Peritoneal Mesothelioma Not Caused by Asbestos Malignant peritoneal melanoma develops in the abdominal lining. It is less prevalent than pleural mesothelioma, and it is more prevalent in women than men. Symptoms of peritoneal msothelioma can be vague, like abdominal discomfort constipation, weight loss, or diarrhoea. A specialist in mesothelioma can