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Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Medical Questions » Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
| Name: Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma |
| Also known as: Indolent Lymphoma |
| A form of cancer of the lymph nodes. |
Causes of Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Unknown. Closely related to some forms of leukemia. Much more common than Hodgkin' s disease. |
Symptoms of Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Persistent, painless enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck, armpit, groin or other areas including the belly. Patients may be tired and develop an itch, but rarely any fever. |
Tests for Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Diagnosed by biopsy of an affected lymph node. Blood tests may also be abnormal. |
Treatment for Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Depends upon the stage at which the cancer is detected. May involve surgery, irradiation and chemotherapy (anti-cancer drugs).
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Complications of Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma of its treatment
May spread to distant lymph nodes and other organs. |
Likely Outcome of Non-Hodgkin' s Lymphoma
Remission common, but complete cure rare. Even in advanced stages, ten year survival is now common. |
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