Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are related to asbestos fiber exposure mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous condition that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, like breathlessness. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by running tests, including a https://vimeo.com/704884674