Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos is a highly dangerous substance that can cause various medical diseases. One of these is mesothelioma. This rare cancer affects the linings of specific organs. The most common mesothelioma forms are peritoneal and pleural. Inhaling asbestos fibres can cause mesothelioma. These asbestos fibres irritate the lung, https://vimeo.com/705028713