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 condition that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, including a shortness of breathe. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma through https://vimeo.com/704913070