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Lymphoma (Blood Cancer)

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system - the body's disease-fighting network. There are two main types: Hodgkin lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It can affect people of any age, including children and young adults.

✅ Is It Treatable?

YES - Hodgkin lymphoma is one of the most curable cancers with a 5-year survival rate above 87%. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma outcomes have also improved dramatically with modern immunotherapy treatments.

⚠️ Warning Signs

  • ●Painless swelling of lymph nodes in neck, armpits, or groin
  • ●Persistent fatigue
  • ●Fever and night sweats
  • ●Unexplained weight loss
  • ●Itchy skin
  • ●Frequent infections

🔴 Risk Factors

  • ●Weakened immune system
  • ●Certain viral infections (EBV, HIV)
  • ●Family history
  • ●Autoimmune diseases
  • ●Previous cancer treatment
  • ●Chemical exposure (pesticides, herbicides)

🔍 Screening & Detection

No routine screening exists. See a doctor promptly if you notice painless swollen lymph nodes that persist for more than 2 weeks, unexplained fevers, or night sweats.

💊 Treatment Options

Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and stem cell transplant. Treatment depends on the type and stage of lymphoma.

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