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 disease that can cause scarring. Both diseases share the same symptoms, such as shortness of breathe. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/705041432