Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a form of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases share the same symptoms, such as shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/705047044