lymphoma
about condition
Lymphomas are cancers that develop in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Lymphomas are the third most common pediatric cancer typer, accounting for 15% of all cases.
types of lymphoma
- Hodgkin’s lymphoma is the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, a specifc type of abnormal cells, in the cancerous lymph node.
- Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a cancer that starts in white blood cells (lymphocytes).
signs & symptoms
If your child has a lymphoma, they might have some of the following signs and symptoms:
- Swelling or lump in the belly
- Swelling of lymphnodes
- Fever
- Pain
- Nausea
- Poor appetite
diagnosis
A diagnosis begins with a physical examination looking for enlarged lymph nodes and areas of swelling. Then the following tests can be used to confirm a diagnosis:
- Blood Tests
- CT Scan
- PET Scan
- Biopsy of affected tissue
treatments
Treatment options include:
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Radiation therapy
- Stem cell transplant
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