📝 What is Lymphoma?

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✔️ Lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, which is part of the body’s germ-fighting network. The main types are Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Hodgkin Lymphoma:

⭕Characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells.
⭕Often starts in lymph nodes in the upper body.
⭕Symptoms: Painless swelling of lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, weight loss, and fatigue.

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma:

✔️ A diverse group of blood cancers that includes all types of lymphoma except Hodgkin lymphoma.
✔️Symptoms: Swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, weight loss, fatigue, and abdominal pain or swelling.

📌 Tips for Nursing Students:

✨ Assessment Skills: Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of lymphoma for early detection and intervention.
✨Patient Education: Educate patients about their diagnosis, treatment options, and managing side effects.

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