A cancer of the lymphatic system of the body involving immune cells. This causes swelling of lymph nodes in neck, armpit or groin, fever, night sweats, difficulty in breathing and weight loss.

1. Symptoms
COMMON
Symptoms include:
Painless enlargement of lymph nodes, particularly in the neck (cervical
lymphadenopathy), armpit, and groin
Fatigue
Fever and/or chills
Night sweats
Shortness of breath
Loss of appetite
Weight Loss
Persistent back or bone pain
Headaches
Causes
COMMON
The causes include:
Lymphoma develops when the white blood cells, called lymphocytes, undergo a
genetic change and start multiplying rapidly. This leads to accumulation of diseased
lymphocytes in the body
Some of the factors that influence this genetic change include:
Increasing age
Gender: Men are more at risk of lymphoma
The diseased or suppressed immune system

2. Certain infections such as HIV, Epstein-Barr virus, or Helicobacter pylori infections
Family history read more
Diagnosis
COMMON
IN SEVERE CASES
Diagnosis involves a physical examination and certain laboratory tests and imaging
tests to confirm the diagnosis of lymphoma when it is suspected.
Physical examination
Examining the body for enlarged lymph nodes.
Complete blood count (CBC)
To evaluate the number of blood cells and their nature.
CT scan
Provides a detailed view of the lymphatic system to identify any swollen lymph
nodes.
Lymph node biopsyRemoving a part or an entire lymph node for microscopic
examination to determine lymphoma and types of cells involved.

3. Bone marrow biopsy
Removing a small sample of bone marrow from the hipbone to check for lymphoma.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
MRI - lymphangiography - provides a detailed view of lymphatic vessels.
Positron emission tomography (PET)
To check for signs of lymphoma in different parts of the body.
Treatments
Treatments include medications, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant.read
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Complications
If untreated for a prolonged period it may lead to
● Weakened immune system
● Frequent infections
● Diseases of the heart, lungs, kidney, thyroid, eyes, etc. as a result of
treatment
● Depression
● Infertility
Prevention
● Viral infections (particularly HIV) can predispose to lymphoma. Avoidance of
infection and high-risk practices is advisable.
● Eat a healthy, nutritious diet
● Remain physically active
● Exercise regularly
Questions To Ask Your Doctor
● What are the causes of my symptoms?
● Is it curable or life-threatening?
● Should I make any special preparations for any of the tests?
● How long should I be on treatment?
● Is there any chance of recurrence of the condition?

4. ● Will the condition or the treatment affect my daily life?Do I need to make any
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