Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to asbestos fiber exposure: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer, while asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma through https://vimeo.com/705024074