Mesothelioma and Asbestosis Mesothelioma and asbestosis are two lung conditions that are connected to exposure to asbestos fibers. Mesothelioma is a kind of cancer, while asbestosis is a non-cancerous illness that causes scarring and stiffness in the lungs. Both diseases have similar symptoms, such as breathlessness. The doctors diagnose mesothelioma https://vimeo.com/705001306