Question 1

what is the difference between hodgkin's disease and non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

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A lot: Both hodgkin lymphoma (formerly known as hodgkin's disease) and non-hodgkin lymphoma (also known as non-hodgkin's lymphoma) are lymphomas, a type of cancer that originates in a subset of white blood cells called lymphocytes. Lymphocytes are an important part of your immune system. The main difference between hodgkin and non-hodgkin lymphoma is in the specific lymphocyte each involves.

Question 2

i have non hodgkin's lymphoma for which i am under treatment, is erectile dysfunction a common side effect of this disease?

Accepted Answer

NonHodgkins Lymphoma: Non-hodgkin’s lymphoma has a variable presentation, such as enlarged lymph nodes, hepatomegaly, splenomegaly, & systemic b symptoms (fever, night sweats, weight loss). Less common are skin rash, itching, generalized fatigue, malaise, ascites, & effusions. Nhl may secondarily involve the central nervous system (cns).

Question 3

what is non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

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Lymph system cancer: Nhl is a large group of related cancers which originate in the lymph tissues of the body. These cells normally help fight infection but become cancerous and grow out of control. They may stay in the lymph nodes or also be found in any part of the body or organs. Some grow slowly (indolent) while others are more aggressive. You doctor will run a series of test to stage and type the lymphoma.

Question 4

how is non-hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosed?

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Biopsy: Biopsy - either bone marrow biopsy and/or lymph node biopsy.

Question 5

what are the tests for non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

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Non-Hodgkin's test: Although a diagnosis of non-hodgkin's lymphoma can be suspected by certain lab results (ldh, spep, cbc, beta-2 microglobulin), there is no way to diagnose it without doing a biopsy (of a lymph gland or the bone marrow or the affected organ).

Question 6

what type of non-hodgkin's lymphoma do i have?

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?: No way to answer that without a pathology report.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

None or Many: Swollen glands
fever
sweats
weight loss
pain
alcohol intolerance
rash
shortness of breath
fatigue
swelling
headache
itching
assorted other symptoms depending on type, location, stage, organ involvement, etc/.

Question 8

what can you tell me about non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

Its cancer of Lymph: Lymphoma is a Cancer arising from the lymph glands. There are several subtypes. Ask your oncologist more about it. Tell us if you or a family member is affected by Lymphoma and what is being done in terms of treatment.??  A majority of lymphomas can be cured when treated with modern treatments.

Question 9

what symptoms usually go along with non-hodgkin's lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

Large Lymph Nodes: Non-hodgkin's lymphoma is the more severe type of a group of related tumors of the lymph node system. Large ln's usually first sign. Abnormal chest x-ray also frequent. Fever, fatigue, weight loss, large liver and spleen. Can involve bones and produce bone pain.

Question 10

is it normal for a 28 year old to have non hodgkin's lymphoma.

Accepted Answer

Normal?: I'm not sure what you mean by normal. It is not uncommon in this age group.

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