Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related 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 the same symptoms, including shortness of breath. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma using https://vimeo.com/703535062