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Non-hodgkin's Lymphoma : In Depth - Overview

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Overview

Statistics About Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Some people use statistics to try to figure out their chances of getting lymphoma or of being cured. However, statistics show what happens to large groups of people. But no two people are alike. So statistics can't be used to predict what will happen to a certain person. This is especially true for this lymphoma because there are many types. How lymphoma pro gresses depends on the type you have.
Source:StayWell
Date:May 23, 2005
Am I At Risk for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma?
There is really no way to know for sure if you're going to get non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Certain factors can make you more likely to get it than another person. However, having one or more risk factors does not necessarily mean you will get lymphoma. In fact, you can have all the risk factors and still not get it. Or you can have no known risk factors and still get it.
Source:StayWell
Date:June 30, 2005
What Can I Do If I Am At Risk for Non-Hodgkin's L...
Most of the risks for lymphoma are ones you have little control over, which makes it hard to prevent the disease. At this point, the best thing you can do to help prevent lymphoma is to take steps to avoid known risk factors. These include HIV and pesticides. If you have other risk factors, discuss these with your doctor. Your doctor may want to check you more often for the signs and symptoms of lymphoma.
Source:StayWell
Date:June 30, 2005
What Are the Symptoms of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma?
You may not notice signs of lymphoma in its early stages. In fact, many lymphomas are found through a chest X-ray taken for other reasons.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
What to Know About Your Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system is part of the immune system. It helps the body fight infections. It is made of a series of thin tubes, called lymphatic vessels. These vessels collect fluid, called lymph, from different parts of the body. Similar to blood vessels, these vessels then carry the lymph back to the bloodstream. Lymph is a colorless, watery fluid that is rich in white blood cells, called lymphocytes. These cells play an important role in the immune system by protecting your body against infection. They also help protect you from the growth of tumors. Lymphocytes form and are stored in lymph nodes. And nodes are located throughout the body, such as the armpit, groin, and neck area.
Source:StayWell
Date:July 5, 2005
I've Just Been Told I Have Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a kind of cancer that begins in lymphoid tissue. Your lymph system includes glands and vessels that carry liquid called lymph. Its role is to help fight infection. The 2 main types of lymphatic system cancer are Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Hodgkin's lymphoma is often called Hodgkin's disease. And non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is often called lymphoma. Both of these lymphomas start in white blood cells, called lymphocytes. These cells are made and stored in the lymph nodes.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Can I Survive Lymphoma? What Is My Prognosis?
It may sound harsh to ask the question, "Can I survive this?” But it's a natural question when you are facing lymphoma. Unfortunately, there isn't an easy answer.
Source:StayWell
Date:July 5, 2005
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