Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are connected to exposure to asbestos fibers: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases share similar symptoms, like shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma using tests https://vimeo.com/705014544