Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to asbestos fiber exposure: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a form of cancer and asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by testing https://vimeo.com/703544140