Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to asbestos fiber exposure: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer and asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as shortness of breathe. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma through tests, https://vimeo.com/704943882