Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Mesothelioma and asbestosis are two lung diseases that are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer and asbestosis is a noncancerous condition that causes stiffness and scarring in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as breathlessness. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/704995091