Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are connected to exposure to asbestos fibers mesothelioma and asbestosis. Mesothelioma is a cancerous illness is caused by asbestos fibers. Asbestosis is a non-cancerous lung condition that causes scarring. Both diseases have similar symptoms, including shortness of breathe. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma through tests https://vimeo.com/704937490