Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. There are many types of lymphoma, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, primary central nervous system lymphoma, the B-cell lymphoma, and the hepatosplenic lymphoma.
Symptoms
- Larger-than-normal lymph nodes
- Sweating at night
- Fevers that happen often or do not get better
- Weight loss
- Fatigue[1] (feeling tired)
- Enlarged spleen
- Enlarged liver
Treatment
Chemotherapy is often used for both Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.[2][3] Radiotherapy may also be used.[4]
References
- ↑ "What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Lymphoma?".
- ↑ "B-Cell Lymphoma Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations, Complications, Consultations". 2 February 2019 – via eMedicine.
{{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires|journal=(help) - ↑ "Hodgkin Lymphoma - Blood Disorders".
- ↑ "Radiotherapy".
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