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Can you please discuss low grade lymphoma and how is it treated?

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Dr. Carlos Encarnacion answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Depends: Low grade or indolent lymphomas are those that usually grow very slowly and can be present for years before they are diagnosed. They are in essence chronic illnesses but are malignant nonetheless and can cause problems. Often they do not require immediate treatment, but chemo or radiation are used to control symptoms when needed. It depends on the circumstances.

Answered 4/22/2013

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Dr. Agos Luca answered

See below...: Generally speaking, lymphoma is a type of cancer that occurs in lymph nodes and other organs containing lymphoid tissue. Low grade lymphoma is a category that encompasses several types of lymphoma that are not aggressive and usually behave in a mild manner. Many times these low-grade lymphomas are not even treated (watchful waiting) but other times chemotherapy is necessary.

Answered 4/18/2014

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