Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to asbestos fiber exposure 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 share similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by running https://vimeo.com/705018153