This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Respiratory system, Subject name: Anatomy
Asbestosis of the lung is associated with all of the following except: 
Select and explain. 
A. Mesothelioma, B. Progression of lesion even after stopping exposure to asbestosis, C. Nodular lesions involving upper lobe, D. Asbestosis bodies in sputum
C: Nodular lesions involving upper lobe
Answer: C: Nodular lesions involving upper lobe 
Explanation: In asbestosis there is presence of lesions affecting lower lobes or base of the lungs. Nodular lesions involving upper lobes is a feauture of silicosis. The lesions continue to progress even after exposure to asbestos has stopped.(ref Robbins 7th/734-736,8th/700)