Lymphoma Treatment in India at Affordable Cost

Lymphoma Treatment in India at Affordable Cost | BMT Abroad

What Is Lymphoma?

Lymphoma is cancer that begins in infection-fighting cells of the immune system, called lymphocytes. These cells are in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, bone marrow, and other parts of the body. When you have lymphoma, lymphocytes change and grow out of control.

There are two main types of lymphoma:

Non-Hodgkin: Most people with lymphoma have this type.
Hodgkin
Causes

Scientists don't know what causes lymphoma in most cases.

You might be more at risk if you:
Are in your 60s or older for non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Are between 15 and 40 or older than 55 for Hodgkin lymphoma
Are male, although certain subtypes may be more common in females
Have a weak immune system from HIV/AIDS, an organ transplant, or because you were born with an immune disease
Have an immune system disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, lupus, or celiac disease
Have been infected with a virus such as Epstein-Barr, hepatitis C, or human T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (HTLV-1)
Have a close relative who had lymphoma
Were exposed to benzene or chemicals that kill bugs and weeds
Were treated for Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma in the past
Were treated for cancer with radiation

Symptoms

Warning signs of lymphoma include:
Swollen glands (lymph nodes), often in the neck, armpit, or groin that are painless
Cough
Shortness of breath
Fever
Night sweats
Fatigue
Weight loss
Itching

Many of these symptoms can also be warning signs of other illnesses. See your doctor find out for sure if you have lymphoma.

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