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, including shortness of breathe. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma through https://vimeo.com/703539031