Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to asbestos fiber exposure: 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 similar symptoms, such as breathlessness. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by running tests, which https://vimeo.com/704931292