Mesothelioma Asbestos Lung Cancer The linings of the major organs are affected, most typically in the lungs. It is caused by asbestos fibers becoming stuck in the linings of one's lungs. After exposure to asbestos, mesothelioma symptoms can develop years later. The most commonly encountered mesothelioma type is mesothelioma pleural. https://vimeo.com/703526000