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 stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases share similar symptoms, like shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma using tests https://vimeo.com/704879440