Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos can cause a number of medical conditions. One of these is mesothelioma. This rare cancer affects the linings of certain organs. The most prevalent types of mesothelioma are pleural and peritoneal. Inhaling asbestos fibres can cause mesothelioma. These asbestos fibres irritate the lung, causing inflammation as https://vimeo.com/704884984