Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to exposure to asbestos fibers: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous condition that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, including shortness of breath. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma through https://vimeo.com/703535244