Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos is an extremely dangerous substance that can cause several medical ailments. One of these mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer. This rare cancer can affect the linings of certain organs. The most frequent mesothelioma types are pleural and peritoneal. Inhaling asbestos fibres can cause mesothelioma. https://vimeo.com/704985548