Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer, while asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases share the same symptoms, including shortness of breathe. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/704928688