A member asked:

Has b cell indolent lymphoma. why is she on watch and wait when other cancers get it taken care of immediately? is it better?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

It is an option: It depends on the size of the lymph nodes and degree of symptoms. Occasionally it is acceptable to wait and watch to check if it is growing/node size enlargment) or static in which case it is a good idea to hold off therapy provided the lymph nodes are small(less than 2cm. The reason for watching is that sometimes this lymphoma can regress on its own in which case it is a good idea not to rush int

Answered 5/19/2015

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