Overview
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is a cancer that starts in the white blood cells called lymphocytes which are a part of the immune system. It is more common than Hodgkin's Lymphoma and has many different subtypes.Signs and Symptoms
Painless superficial lymph nodes, Fever, Night sweats, Weight loss, Hepatosplenomegaly, Chest pain, CoughingCommon Causes
Genetic mutationRisk Factors
Age, Gender, Family history of lymphoma, Previous Epstein-Barr infection, Exposure to certain chemicals and drugs, Radiation exposure, Autoimmune diseaseInvestigation Techniques
Full blood count, Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP), Blood urea serum electrolytes and creatinine (BUSEC), Serum LDH, B2-microglobulin, Serum uric acid, Liver function test (LFT), Chest X-ray, CT scan, PET scan, Bone marrow aspirate, Lymph node biopsyTreatment and Prevention
Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Hematopoietic stem cell transplant
