Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos can cause a number of medical diseases. One of these is mesothelioma. This rare cancer affects the linings of certain organs. The most common mesothelioma types are peritoneal and pleural. Mesothelioma is caused by breathing asbestos fibres. These asbestos fibres irritate the lung, causing inflammation and https://vimeo.com/704975012