What happens when you inhale asbestos fibers?

Asbestos is durable, fireproof and resistant to heat and chemicals. Because of these properties, it was commonly used in many industries for decades.
But, inhaling asbestos fibers can cause incredibly serious health issues like mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma life expectancy is 12 to 21 months with treatment. Without treatment, life expectancy ranges from six to eight months.
Approximately 90,000 people die from asbestos-related diseases globally each year.