Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are connected to exposure to asbestos fibers: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer, while asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as shortness of breathe. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/705016582