Lymphoma

Non Hodgkin Lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is cancer that starts in white blood cells called lymphocytes, which are part of the body’s immune system. It is most often affects adults, but children can get it too.

A cure is most likely in cases that are at an early stage. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is usually treated with chemotherapy or radiotherapy, although some people may not need treatment straight away. In a few cases, if the initial cancer is very small and can be removed during a biopsy, no further treatment may be needed.
  • Symptoms
  • Enlarged or swollen lymph nodes

    • Inguinal

    • Under the armpits

    • Painless

    • Above collar bones

    • Beneath jaw or at neck

    common

    Poor appetite

    common

    Fatigue

    common

    Feeling full quickly

    common

    Feel like vomiting

    or Throwing up

    common

    Excessive sweating

    common

    Cough with mucus or without mucus

    • Dry

    • Lasting 4 weeks or more, An irritating cough that doesn't go away

    or Chest discomfort

    • Center of the chest

    • Chronic

    or Difficulty breathing

    common

    Fever

    • Less than 38°C (100. 4°F), Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F)

    • Lasting 4 weeks or more

    • With chills

    common

    Weight loss

    common

    Headache

    common

    Abdominal pain

    • In the upper left region, Located in middle upper region, In the upper right region

    • Chronic or persistent pain

    common

    Confusion

    A sudden and temporary alteration of muscle tone, movements or behavior

    Itchy skin

    Bleeding easily or difficulty controlling bleeding

    or Unexplained skin injury

    Abdominal mass

    • Located in middle upper region, Right upper quadrant, Left upper region, Center of abdomen

  • Risk factors
  • Family history of lymphoma

    Falling sick easily

    Exposure to toxic chemicals

    or Radiation therapy

  • Treatment
  • Treatment for NHL depends on which type it is, so it’s important for doctors to find out the exact type of lymphoma you have. The type of lymphoma depends on what type of lymphocyte is affected (B cells or T cells), how mature the cells are when they become cancerous, and other factors.
  • Recommended specialist
  • If you have Lymphoma, then a visit to a hematologist is recommended.

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