Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer and asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases share similar symptoms, including shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by testing https://vimeo.com/705043030