Lymphoma

• Common signs: painless swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
• Diagnosis requires lymph node biopsy; scans help with staging.
• Treatment depends on type and stage: chemo, immunotherapy, radiation, or targeted drugs.

Lymphoma is a cancer of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). It often shows up as enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, armpit, or groin.

Some patients also develop ‘B symptoms’ like fever, drenching night sweats, and unintentional weight loss. Because many other conditions can cause swollen nodes, a biopsy is needed to confirm lymphoma.

Treatment depends on the exact subtype and stage. Many lymphomas respond well to chemotherapy and immunotherapy, and some patients benefit from radiation or targeted medicines.