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People who are exposed to asbestos are more likely to develop lung cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked with 5 times increase risk of lung cancer. Asbestos related lung cancer doesn't happen until years after exposure

Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. Prolonged exposure can cause scarring of the lungs and shortness of breath. It doesn't appear until years after initial exposure

Mesothelioma is a cancer that starts out as a growth of cells in the mesothelium. The only known cause of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure.