What is Lymphoma?

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You or someone you care about may have been diagnosed with lymphoma. This video will help you understand more about this type of cancer and how it affects your body. Your lymphatic system is part of your immune system which protects your body from infections and diseases. It's a network of organs and vessels that filter the lymph to remove microorganisms and foreign particles. The filtered fluid returns to your blood. Lymphatic organs such as lymph nodes contain a type of white blood cell called lymphocytes. The two main types of lymphocytes are B cells and T cells. Lymphoma is a cancer that originates in lymphocytes. B cell lymphomas are most common. In the lymphatic tissue, the lymphocytes become abnormal and multiply creating more abnormal cells that don't work properly. The two main kinds of lymphoma are Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The most common type of Hodgkin lymphoma is Classic Hodgkin lymphoma. The cancer cells in Classic Hodgkin lymphoma are called Reed-Sternberg cells and are usually an abnormal type of B cells. These abnormal cells tend to spread in an orderly manner from one group of lymph nodes to another. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma usually originates in B cells but may originate in T cells as well. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma tends to spread in a less orderly manner through the lymphatic system. Symptoms for lymphoma vary depending on the type of lymphoma and where it is in the body. Sometimes lymphoma has no symptoms but in general, the symptoms of both types of lymphoma may include swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpit or groin, fever, night sweats, weight loss, feeling very tired and itchy skin or skin rash. As part of the diagnosis, your doctor will try to find out the extent of the disease and if it has spread, this is called staging. The stages of lymphoma range from one to four and may vary depending on the type of lymphoma. In general, a lower stage means less cancer growth, a higher stage means more cancer growth. The cause of lymphoma isn't known but there are some things that can increase your risk. Being older in age, but a younger age is also a risk factor for some types of lymphoma, infection with certain viruses such as the human immunodeficiency virus, HIV or the Epstein-Barr virus, having a weakened immune system and having a family history of lymphoma. As you deal with a diagnosis of lymphoma, continue to talk to your doctor and your cancer care team.

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Was diagnosed with stage IV Hodgkin's Lymphoma in my bone marrow and lymph nodes 4 years ago. I had suffered in bed for 6 months with fever 24/7 between 102° & 104.5°. Bone marrow and lymph biopsies tested negative ...Underwent 6 months of intense high doses of chemo. In remission now, just looking forward to the 5 year milestone 🤞

robertfinkle

my mom just beat her lymphoma. cancer messed with the wrong person

ChiyaQT

I was diagnosed with stage 2 lymphoma last 2019, but thankfully now im under complete remission

letseliminatepeople

I’m surprised she didn’t go into detail of the staging

coltafanan

"They're not unlucky.... we're lucky"

dncmi

I've found a lump in my upper thigh. No virus or bacteria infection cleared urine and blood. I'm taking an antibiotic for 10 days then have to get a biopsy next week to verify if it's a cyst or tumor. Wish me luck 🤞

EbonyAE

My dad had lymphoma and we should be more aware about this cancer

corinnevella

Anytime i see your notification, I know its learning time. Very well done 👏

TheOrator_Ese

I appreciate your professional skills and kindness sharing the video with kindness and respect

MohammedIbrahim-ucnf

There are many types of cancer including lymphoma but this type seems pretty lethal

lionkingfan

My Grandad Had B-Cell Non-Hodgkins Lyphoma In Summer 2019 but He’s On Remission and Doing Well Now

evieswegsda

Cold sweats, hot shivers, no get up n go, no energy to spare or stamina

Lack of sleep, itchy skin, can be overwhelming, you put on a brave face for the family

Stomach bloated and flatulence, without any influence, you fart and you burp uncontrollably

Always sleepy and tired, in a world of your own, thinking how to keep hold of your sanity

It's so surreal, these things that you feel, and friends will show their true colours

The ones that you love, will be there for your good, and treat you like they are your mothers

Loved ones are worried, is this the end, of the one they love so dearly

The fight is on, the battle begins, the future no longer viewed clearly

It's just the start, it will take time, test your strength and mental ability

At times you may need, to be alone and daydream, finding solace in your own tranquility

Your physical strength will pull you through, although it will be diminished

Stay mentally strong, for however long, it takes until it's finished

The treatment is hard, makes you feel bad, but it's eatng away at the issue

Immune system suffers, take care where you go, avoid anyone with a sniffle and tissue

And in the end you'll find, your own peace of mind, as your progress is shared periodically

The therapy is working, destroying not shirking, eating the problem methodically

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