Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer and asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases share the same symptoms, such as shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/704928914