Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous disease that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases share the same symptoms, including shortness of breathe. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by https://vimeo.com/704726268