"The two main categories of lymphomas are the non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) (90% of cases) and Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) (10%)."
A type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is responsible for fighting infections and diseases.
Types of Lymphoma: There are two main categories of lymphoma: Hodgkin's Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. It is important to understand the differences and similarities between them.
Signs and Symptoms: Knowing the common signs and symptoms of lymphoma can help with early detection and treatment.
Diagnostic Tests: Various tests such as blood tests, imaging tests, and biopsies are used to diagnose lymphoma.
Staging: Lymphoma is staged based on how advanced it is. Understanding the staging system can help with treatment decisions.
Treatment Options: Treatment for lymphoma varies depending on the type and stage of the disease. Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, and stem cell transplantation.
Prognosis: The outlook for lymphoma depends on various factors such as type, stage, and age at diagnosis.
Risk Factors: Certain factors such as age, gender, and family history can increase the risk of developing lymphoma.
Prevention: There is no guaranteed way to prevent lymphoma, but lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding exposure to certain chemicals may help lower the risk.
Side Effects of Treatment: Treatment for lymphoma can cause various side effects such as fatigue, nausea, and hair loss. It is important to understand these potential side effects and how to manage them.
Support Resources: There are various resources available such as support groups, counseling services, and financial assistance programs to help patients and their families cope with the diagnosis and treatment of lymphoma.
Hodgkin lymphoma: This is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is characterized by the presence of specific abnormal cells called Reed-Sternberg cells. Hodgkin lymphoma is divided into two main types: classical and nodular lymphocyte-predominant.
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma: This is a group of cancers that affect the lymphatic system and can arise from various types of lymphocytes. There are many different subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including:.
Cutaneous lymphoma: This is a type of lymphoma that affects the skin and may be either T-cell or B-cell in origin.
Primary central nervous system lymphoma: A rare form of lymphoma that affects the brain and spinal cord.
Anaplastic large cell lymphoma: A subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that commonly affects children and young adults.
Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma: A slow-growing type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises from B-cells and is associated with the production of abnormal proteins.
Primary mediastinal large B-cell lymphoma: A subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises from B-cells and typically affects young women in the mediastinum (the space in the chest between the lungs).
"Signs and symptoms may include enlarged lymph nodes, fever, drenching sweats, unintended weight loss, itching, and constantly feeling tired."
"The enlarged lymph nodes are usually painless."
"Risk factors for Hodgkin lymphoma include infection with Epstein–Barr virus and a history of the disease in the family."
"Risk factors for common types of non-Hodgkin lymphomas include autoimmune diseases, HIV/AIDS, infection with human T-lymphotropic virus, immunosuppressant medications, and some pesticides."
"In 2014, the International Agency for Research on Cancer updated its classification of trichloroethylene to Group 1, indicating that sufficient evidence exists that it causes cancer of the kidney in humans as well as some evidence of cancer of the liver and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma."
"Diagnosis, if enlarged lymph nodes are present, is usually by lymph node biopsy. Blood, urine, and bone marrow testing may also be useful in the diagnosis."
"Lymphoma most often spreads to the lungs, liver, and brain."
"Treatment may involve one or more of the following: chemotherapy, radiation therapy, proton therapy, targeted therapy, and surgery."
"In some non-Hodgkin lymphomas, an increased amount of protein produced by the lymphoma cells causes the blood to become so thick that plasmapheresis is performed to remove the protein."
"The five-year survival rate in the United States for all Hodgkin lymphoma subtypes is 85%."
"The five-year survival rate in the United States for non-Hodgkin lymphomas is 69%."
"Worldwide, lymphomas developed in 566,000 people in 2012."
"Lymphomas caused 305,000 deaths in 2012."
"They make up 3–4% of all cancers, making them as a group the seventh-most common form."
"In children, they are the third-most common cancer."
"They occur more often in the developed world than the developing world."
"Lymphomas develop from lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell)."
"The sweats are most common at night."
"Eating large amounts of red meat and tobacco smoking may also increase the risk."