Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer, while asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases share similar symptoms, such as shortness of breathe. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/705019644