Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Mesothelioma and asbestosis are two lung diseases that are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer, while asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose https://vimeo.com/704721829