Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Two lung diseases are linked to exposure to asbestos fibers: mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Mesothelioma, a cancerous disease, is caused by asbestos fibers. Asbestosis is a non-cancerous lung illness that causes scarring. Both diseases share similar symptoms, like shortness of breath. Doctors diagnose mesothelioma by testing like a https://vimeo.com/703525945