Lymphoma is a kind of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. In non-Hodgkin lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow out of control. Learn more about many of the types and subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Some risk factors for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not be in your control. Others might be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk.
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If your healthcare provider thinks you may have non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you will need to have certain tests and exams to make a diagnosis. Here's a look at what you can expect.
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A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Learn about the different treatment options available for non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Read on for some tips on how to get ready for your appointments, and what questions you should ask.
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Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses medicines to destroy cancer cells. It's an important part of treatment for most people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Here's what you need to know.
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Your doctor may advise external radiation therapy for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Learn how this treatment is done, how to prepare for it, and what the possible side effects may be.
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Radioimmunotherapy (RIT) is a type of targeted radiation therapy. The radiation is given as a medicine injected into your blood. Learn more about this therapy and what you should expect.
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Some types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma may be treated with a stem cell transplant. Learn more about this complex treatment and how it is done.
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Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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