Lymphomas distinguished by diverse forms of malignant lymphatic cells, except for those distinguished by Hodgkin’s disease.
Any form of cancer that impacts the lymphoid tissue (primarily located within the lymph nodes and spleen), excluding the condition known as Hodgkin’s disease.
In the majority of instances, the origin of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma remains unknown. Yet, on occasion, the ailment is linked to immune system suppression, especially following an organ transplantation. A specific variant of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, named Burkitt’s lymphoma, is connected to the Epstein–Barr virus.
Typically, lymph nodes in the neck or groin undergo painless enlargement. The liver and spleen might experience an increase in size, and lymphoid tissue within the abdomen could be impacted. A variety of other organs might also become engaged, resulting in a range of symptoms spanning from headaches to skin ulcers. In certain instances, fever, substantial weight loss, and recurrent infections could manifest.
The diagnosis is established through a biopsy, typically extracted from a lymph node. Additional examinations, including chest X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, bone marrow biopsies, and lymphangiography, might be necessary to evaluate the scope of the ailment.
When the lymphoma is localized within a specific cluster of lymph nodes, the approach involves radiotherapy for treatment. However, more frequently, the condition tends to be more widespread, leading to the administration of anticancer medications. For certain individuals, the option of a bone marrow transplant, combined with drug therapy and/or radiotherapy, might be considered.