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Hodgkin lymphoma: Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatment

MBBS, DNB Radiation Oncology, Fellowship in Radiation Oncology
Oncologist, Mumbai
Hodgkin lymphoma: Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatment




Immune system in the body is also made by a system called the lymphatic system. This system fights with germ near tissue in the body and also it penetrates deep to defend the body. A certain type of cancer called hodgkin lymphoma affects the whole lymphatic system. ;

When hodgkin lymphoma happens to the body the lymphocytes also known as white blood cells increase in number so excessively like a cancer growth. This increase in number causes the lymph nodes to swell all over the body and there are many other growth all over the body due to it.

There are two types of lymphoma called hodgkin lymphoma and non-hodgkin lymphoma. Hodgkin lymphoma is known by another name called hodgkin's disease.

Medical advances in diagnosis and treatment and medicines have helped the people to recover fully from this hodgkin disease. Some who do not recover fully show promising progress.

Symptoms:

There are some signs and symptoms of hodgkin's lymphoma:



There is swelling of the lymph nodes found in the neck, armpits, groin. This swelling is painless.


The body will feel tired all the time.


There will be a fever.


There will be night sweats while sleeping.


There will be weight loss.


There will be itching in the body.


When you drink alcohol, pain starts in the lymph nodes.



When to see a doctor:

When you find any symptoms in the body as given below you must rush to the doctor for this is a very serious disease. The following symptoms are:



There is swelling of the lymph nodes found in the neck, armpits, groin. This swelling is painless.


The body will feel tired all the time.


There will be a fever.


There will be night sweats while sleeping.


There will be weight loss.


There will be itching in the body.


When you drink alcohol, pain starts in the lymph nodes.



Causes:

After much research, researchers and doctors do not know the cause of hodgkin lymphoma. There is only some information like lymphoma begins only when these defense cells, white blood cells develop any change in their dna. This dna tells them to increase their number and cause other problems. It feels like some infection or germs or virus have infected the white blood cell for their control.

The dna contains the instructions for all cells and each cell has their own dna. Infected dna tells the white blood cells to multiply and increase in number as well as to not to die like other normal cells do. As white blood cells are the part of the immune system, it has got a defense from other healthy defensive cells in the body. This defense protects the mutated white blood cells and helps them to grow in number. When there is a high number of cells they crowd at the storage of defense cells that are at lymph nodes and make them swell and behave in healthy ways.

There are many types of hodgkin lymphoma. Each type has its own characteristics because each cell with different mutations gives different behavior. These different types have characteristics that determine the type of treatment should be given.

The most common nowadays is the classical hodgkin's lymphoma. People who suffer from this on analyzing their nodes researchers find out that this type of lymphoma have very large white blood cells in their nodes called reed-sternberg cells. There are subtypes of this classical hodgkin's lymphoma. Their names are:



Nodular sclerosis- hodgkin's lymphoma


Mixed cellularity- hodgkin's lymphoma


Lymphocyte-depleted hodgkin's lymphoma


Lymphocyte-rich hodgkin's lymphoma



Nodular lymphocyte-predominant hodgkin's lymphoma is the rare type of hodgkin lymphoma. In this lymphoma white blood cells look like popcorn and white blood cells are called popcorn cells in this lymphoma due to their appearance. This is usually at an early stage for a long time and easily diagnosed. This also requires less intensive treatment. ;

Risk factors:

There are some factors which can trigger the occurrence of hodgkin lymphoma. Such factor are:



Your age: hodgkin's lymphoma always occurs to people who are aged 20 to 30 years or people at 60 years.


A family chart of lymphoma: if your family members had hodgkin's lymphoma, your coming generation may have this lymphoma at their 60 years. So we should check it at the early years of our child or relative.


Being male: females are protected against this lymphoma somehow but male are not because they are more likely to have lymphoma.


Past epstein-barr infection: epstein-barr virus causes people to have illnesses such as infectious mononucleosis. People who have suffered from this virus are more likely to have hodgkin lymphoma than people who do have epstein-barr virus infections. ;


Hiv infection: these patients have a failed immune system, which increases the risk of hodgkin's lymphoma.





Treatment:

People with hodgkin lymphoma are given chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or when needed bone marrow transplant. There are many drugs which are given to control the birth rate of lymphocytes.

Conclusion:

Hodgkin lymphoma is rare but people are there who suffer from this. Treatment can cause them to have full recovery. But people can avoid it by having many fruits which are able to prevent cancer. For more information please visit the doctor.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - What Are The Risk Factors Of It?

MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Oncology
Oncologist, Lucknow
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - What Are The Risk Factors Of It?
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma is when the cells in your lymphatic system become cancerous. The lymphatic system is responsible for fighting off diseases which may attack your body. Initially, tumors develop from the lymphocytes in your body. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is much more common than the other type of lymphoma which is Hodgkin lymphoma. There are various types of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma; the most common of which are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma. Here is everything you need to know about Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms

1. Swollen lymph nodes
A swollen lymph node in the neck, underarm and armpit which comes about without any pain is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

2. Fever
When you have a sudden unexplained fever, it may be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

3. Night sweats
Night sweats are simply when you sweat excessively in the night.

4. Fatigue
Feeling extremely tired can be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

5. Weight loss
A sudden unexplained loss of weight is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

6. Itchiness
An itchy skin is a rather serious indicator of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Causes

Just like other forms of cancer, it is not known what causes Non-Hodgkin lymphoma but there are factors which put you more at risk compared to others.

Risk factors

1. Immunosuppressive drugs
You are more likely to develop Non-Hodgkin lymphoma especially after taking immunosuppressive drugs after a major organ transplant.

2. Bacteria and viruses
Certain bacterial and viral infections cause Non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the HIV and Epstein-Barr virus as well as the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

3. Pesticides
Research suggests that overexposure to the pesticides which kill weeds increases your likelihood of developing Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

4. Age
Elder people are also more likely to suffer from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Treatment

1. Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy comprises of administering drugs to kill the cancerous cells, either through injection or orally which kill cancer.

2. Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy deals with radiation which is directed at the parts of your body affected by cancer.

3. Medications to enhance the immune system
There are many medications which fight off cancer by boosting the immune system.
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Lymphoma - How To Handle It ?

MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Oncology
Oncologist, Hyderabad
Lymphoma - How To Handle It ?
Suffering from any degenerative or terminal disease like lymphoma can be really tough. It takes a huge toll on your mental health. Whether you are suffering from it or someone close to you, the impact is extremely painful and going through each day is a fight in itself. But, you must struggle. Just to minimize your anguish a little bit more, here are some ways to cope with the lymphoma:

Be open about your disease: Try to talk about your disease with other people as much as possible. Talk about what you are going through. How it is making you feel, how painful it is. Share all of your feelings. Don t be ashamed or feel bad about your disease.
Deal with fear and scare: There is no point in minimizing the fact that you will be afraid and scared. But try to calm yourself down. Think about your options for treatment and consult your doctor about them. Learning about possible treatments will make you feel safe.
Try to engage in physical activities: As much as your body permits try to engage yourself in physical activities like walking, simple exercises, yoga, and other physical activities. It will help to keep your stress level in check.
Get out: Don t confine yourself to your home as it may lead to depression. Engage in daily activities like going to a grocery store, a shopping mall, a club or just for a stroll in the park. Calling your friends or your family and going out for a coffee can help a great deal.
Think about financial matters: Dealing with a long-term disease can be really stressful not only emotionally but also financially. This makes it extremely important to plan your finances well. If you have health care insurance, try to go over with your agent on how much you will be covered and save money accordingly.
Handle your work life: About work, talk with HRD at your office and tell him/her about your medical condition and how well you are prepared to deal with the work designated for you.
Don t push people away: In most cases, due to prolonged illness, the patients become hopeless and tries to push people close to them away. They find it extremely difficult to cope with the disease, so try to keep your loved ones as close to you as possible. If someone comes forward with a helping hand, accept it.
Managing side effects: The side effects of the treatment can affect you as well. Try to go over them with your doctor before starting your treatment.
Facing infertility: Conceiving children can be a problem during this period. If you are planning to have children, consult a fertility doctor and check your options.
Deal with relapse: If you have cancerous cells, you must be prepared for relapse. However, it will be easier to deal with relapse as you know what to expect and which way to go.
2605 people found this helpful

Lymphoma - How To Cope With It?

MBBS, MD-Radio Therapy
Oncologist, Ghaziabad
Lymphoma - How To Cope With It?
Suffering from any degenerative or terminal disease like lymphoma can be really tough. It takes a huge toll on your mental health. Whether you are suffering from it or someone close to you, the impact is extremely painful and going through each day is a fight in itself. But, you must struggle. Just to minimize your anguish a little bit more, here are some ways to cope with the lymphoma:

Be open about your disease: Try to talk about your disease with other people as much as possible. Talk about what you are going through. How it is making you feel, how painful it is. Share all of your feelings. Don t be ashamed or feel bad about your disease.
Deal with fear and scare: There is no point in minimizing the fact that you will be afraid and scared. But try to calm yourself down. Think about your options for treatment and consult your doctor about them. Learning about the possible treatments will make you feel safe.
Try to engage in physical activities: As much as your body permits try to engage yourself in physical activities like walking, simple exercises, yoga, and other physical activities. It will help to keep your stress level in check.
Get out: Don t confine yourself to your home as it may lead to depression. Engage in daily activities like going to a grocery store, a shopping mall, a club or just for a stroll in the park. Calling your friends or your family and going out for a coffee can help a great deal.
Think about financial matters: Dealing with a long-term disease can be really stressful not only emotionally but also financially. This makes it extremely important to plan your finances well. If you have health care insurance, try to go over with your agent on how much you will be covered and save money accordingly.
Handle your work life: About work, talk with HRD at your office and tell him/her about your medical condition and how well you are prepared to deal with the work designated for you.
Don t push people away: In most cases, due to prolonged illness, the patients become hopeless and tries to push people close to them away. They find it extremely difficult to cope with the disease, so try to keep your loved ones as close to you as possible. If someone comes forward with a helping hand, accept it.
Managing side effects: The side effects of the treatment can affect you as well. Try to go over them with your doctor before starting your treatment.
Facing infertility: Conceiving children can be a problem during this period. If you are planning to have children, consult a fertility doctor and check your options.
Deal with relapse: If you have cancerous cells, you must be prepared for a relapse. However, it will be easier to deal with a relapse as you know what to expect and which way to go.
2035 people found this helpful

Lymphoma - How To Cope It?

MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MD - General Medicine, Fellowship in Medical Oncology
Oncologist, Mumbai
Lymphoma - How To Cope It?
Suffering from any degenerative or terminal disease like lymphoma can be really tough. It takes a huge toll on your mental health. Whether you are suffering from it or someone close to you, the impact is extremely painful and going through each day is a fight in itself. But, you must struggle. Just to minimize your anguish a little bit more, here are some ways to cope with the lymphoma:

Be open about your disease: Try to talk about your disease with other people as much as possible. Talk about what you are going through. How it is making you feel, how painful it is. Share all of your feelings. Don t be ashamed or feel bad about your disease.
Deal with fear and scare: There is no point in minimizing the fact that you will be afraid and scared. But try to calm yourself down. Think about your options for treatment and consult your doctor about them. Learning about the possible treatments will make you feel safe.
Try to engage in physical activities: As much as your body permits try to engage yourself in physical activities like walking, simple exercises, yoga, and other physical activities. It will help to keep your stress level in check.
Get out: Don t confine yourself to your home as it maJust to minimize your anguish a little bit more, here are some ways to cope with the lymphomay lead to depression. Engage in daily activities like going to a grocery store, a shopping mall, a club or just for a stroll in the park. Calling your friends or your family and going out for a coffee can help a great deal.
Think about financial matters: Dealing with a long-term disease can be really stressful not only emotionally but also financially. This makes it extremely important to plan your finances well. If you have health care insurance, try to go over with your agent on how much you will be covered and save money accordingly.
Handle your work life: About work, talk with HRD at your office and tell him/her about your medical condition and how well you are prepared to deal with the work designated for you.
Don t push people away: In most cases, due to prolonged illness, the patients become hopeless and tries to push people close to them away. They find it extremely difficult to cope with the disease, so try to keep your loved ones as close to you as possible. If someone comes forward with a helping hand, accept it.
Managing side effects: The side effects of the treatment can affect you as well. Try to go over them with your doctor before starting your treatment.
Facing infertility: Conceiving children can be a problem during this period. If you are planning to have children, consult a fertility doctor and check your options.
Deal with relapse: If you have cancerous cells, you must be prepared for a relapse. However, it will be easier to deal with a relapse as you know what to expect and which way to go.
2575 people found this helpful

Lymphoma - 10 Ways You Can Deal With It Effectively!

DNB - Surgical Oncology
Oncologist, Delhi
Lymphoma - 10 Ways You Can Deal With It Effectively!
Suffering from any degenerative or terminal disease like lymphoma can be really tough. It takes a huge toll on your mental health. Whether you are suffering from it or someone close to you, the impact is extremely painful and going through each day is a fight in itself. But, you must struggle. Just to minimize your anguish a little bit more, here are some ways to cope with the lymphoma:



Be open about your disease: Try to talk about your disease with other people as much as possible. Talk about what you are going through. How it is making you feel, how painful it is. Share all of your feelings. Don t be ashamed or feel bad about your disease.
Deal with fear and scare: There is no point in minimizing the fact that you will be afraid and scared. But try to calm yourself down. Think about your options for treatment and consult your doctor about them. Learning about the possible treatments will make you feel safe.
Try to engage in physical activities: As much as your body permits try to engage yourself in physical activities like walking, simple exercises, yoga, and other physical activities. It will help to keep your stress level in check.
Get out: Don t confine yourself to your home as it may lead to depression. Engage in daily activities like going to a grocery store, a shopping mall, a club or just for a stroll in the park. Calling your friends or your family and going out for a coffee can help a great deal.
Think about financial matters: Dealing with a long-term disease can be really stressful not only emotionally but also financially. This makes it extremely important to plan your finances well. If you have health care insurance, try to go over with your agent on how much you will be covered and save money accordingly.
Handle your work life: About work, talk with HRD at your office and tell him/her about your medical condition and how well you are prepared to deal with the work designated for you.
Don t push people away: In most cases, due to prolonged illness, the patients become hopeless and tries to push people close to them away. They find it extremely difficult to cope with the disease, so try to keep your loved ones as close to you as possible. If someone comes forward with a helping hand, accept it.
Managing side effects: The side effects of the treatment can affect you as well. Try to go over them with your doctor before starting your treatment.
Facing infertility: Conceiving children can be a problem during this period. If you are planning to have children, consult a fertility doctor and check your options.
Deal with relapse: If you have cancerous cells, you must be prepared for a relapse. However, it will be easier to deal with a relapse as you know what to expect and which way to go.
2909 people found this helpful

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Know Treatment Of It!

DM - Oncology, ESMO Certified Medical Oncologist, Resident Fellow
Oncologist, Guwahati
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Know Treatment Of It!
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma is when the cells in your lymphatic system become cancerous. The lymphatic system is responsible for fighting off diseases which may attack your body. Initially, tumors develop from the lymphocytes in your body. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is much more common than the other type of lymphoma which is Hodgkin lymphoma. There are various types of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma; the most common of which are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma. Here is everything you need to know about Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms

1. Swollen lymph nodes
A swollen lymph node in the neck, underarm and armpit which comes about without any pain is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
2. Fever
When you have a sudden unexplained fever, it may be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
3. Night sweats
Night sweats are simply when you sweat excessively in the night.
4. Fatigue
Feeling extremely tired can be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
5. Weight loss
A sudden unexplained loss of weight is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
6. Itchiness
An itchy skin is a rather serious indicator of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Causes

Just like other forms of cancer, it is not known what causes Non-Hodgkin lymphoma but there are factors which put you more at risk compared to others.

Risk factors

1. Immunosuppressive drugs
You are more likely to develop Non-Hodgkin lymphoma especially after taking immunosuppressive drugs after a major organ transplant.
2. Bacteria and viruses
Certain bacterial and viral infections cause Non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the HIV and Epstein-Barr virus as well as the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
3. Pesticides
Research suggests that overexposure to the pesticides which kill weeds increases your likelihood of developing Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
4. Age
Elder people are also more likely to suffer from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Treatment

1. Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy comprises of administering drugs to kill the cancerous cells, either through injection or orally which kill cancer.
2. Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy deals with radiation which is directed at the parts of your body affected by cancer.
3. Medications to enhance the immune system

There are many medications which fight off cancer by boosting the immune system.
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Lymphoma - Can Age Increase Your Risk?

MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MD - Medicine, DNB - Medical Oncology, MRCP - Medical Oncology, ECMO - Medical Oncology
Oncologist, Delhi
Lymphoma - Can Age Increase Your Risk?
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma is when the cells in your lymphatic system become cancerous. The lymphatic system is responsible for fighting off diseases which may attack your body. Initially, tumors develop from the lymphocytes in your body. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is much more common than the other type of lymphoma which is Hodgkin lymphoma. There are various types of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma; the most common of which are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma. Here is everything you need to know about Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms
1. Swollen lymph nodes
A swollen lymph node in the neck, underarm and armpit which comes about without any pain is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
2. Fever
When you have a sudden unexplained fever, it may be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
3. Night sweats
Night sweats are simply when you sweat excessively in the night.
4. Fatigue
Feeling extremely tired can be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
5. Weight loss
A sudden unexplained loss of weight is a very common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.



6. Itchiness
An itchy skin is a rather serious indicator of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Causes
Just like other forms of cancer, it is not known what causes Non-Hodgkin lymphoma but there are factors which put you more at risk compared to others.

Risk factors
1. Immunosuppressive drugs
You are more likely to develop Non-Hodgkin lymphoma especially after taking immunosuppressive drugs after a major organ transplant.
2. Bacteria and viruses
Certain bacterial and viral infections cause Non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the HIV and Epstein-Barr virus as well as the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
3. Pesticides
Research suggests that overexposure to the pesticides which kill weeds increases your likelihood of developing Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
4. Age
Elder people are also more likely to suffer from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Treatment
1. Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy comprises of administering drugs to kill the cancerous cells, either through injection or orally which kill cancer.
2. Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy deals with radiation which is directed at the parts of your body affected by cancer.
3. Medications to enhance the immune system
There are many medications which fight off cancer by boosting the immune system.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Know The Signs!

MBBS, MD(General Medicine), Fellowship Hemato - Oncology (Hemat-Oncology), DM(Medical Oncology), DNB(Medical Oncology)
Oncologist, Howrah
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Know The Signs!
Non Hodgkin Lymphoma is when the cells in your lymphatic system become cancerous. The lymphatic system is responsible for fighting off diseases, which may attack your body. Initially, tumors develop from the lymphocytes in your body. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is much more common than the other type of lymphoma which is Hodgkin lymphoma. There are various types of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma; the most common of which are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma. Here is everything you need to know about Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms
1. Swollen lymph nodes: A swollen lymph node in the neck, underarm and armpit which comes about without any pain is a very common symptom of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
2. Fever: When you have a sudden unexplained fever, it may be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
3. Night sweats: Night sweats are simply when you sweat excessively in the night.
4. Fatigue: Feeling extremely tired can be due to Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
5. Weight loss: A sudden unexplained loss of weight is a very common symptom of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
6. Itchiness: An itchy skin is a rather serious indicator of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Causes
Just like other forms of cancer, it is not known what causes Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, but there are factors, which put you more at risk compared to others.

Risk factors
1. Immunosuppressive drugs: You are most likely to develop Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, especially after taking immunosuppressive drugs after a major organ transplant.
2. Bacteria and viruses: Certain bacterial and viral infections cause Non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the HIV and Epstein-Barr virus as well as the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
3. Pesticides: Research suggests that overexposure to the pesticides which kill weeds increases your likelihood of developing Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
4. Age: Elder people are also more likely to suffer from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Treatment
1. Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy comprises of administering drugs to kill the cancerous cells, either through injection or orally which kill cancer.
2. Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy deals with radiation which is directed at the parts of your body affected by cancer.
3. Medications to enhance the immune system: There are many medications which fight off cancer by boosting the immune system.
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Symptoms Of Lymphoma And Treatment - लिम्फोमा के लक्षण, उपचार

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
Ayurvedic Doctor, Lakhimpur Kheri
Symptoms Of Lymphoma And Treatment - लिम्फोमा के लक्षण, उपचार
लिम्फोमा कैंसर का ही एक प्रकार है जिसमें प्रतिरक्षा प्रणाली में मौजूद संक्रमण से लड़ने वाली कोशिकाओं से शुरुवात होती है. इन कोशिकाओं को लिम्फोसाइट्स कहा जाता है. में शुरू होता है जिन्हें लिम्फोसाइट्स कहा जाता है. ये कोशिकाएं लिम्फ नोड्स, प्लीहा, थाइमस, अस्थि मज्जा और शरीर के अन्य भागों में मौजूद होती हैं. जब आप लिम्फोमा से ग्रस्त होते हैं, तो आपके लिम्फोसाइट्स में परिवर्तन होने लगता है एवं ये अनियंत्रित भी होने लगते हैं. आपको बताते चलें कि जब आपके शरीर की कोशिकाओं में असामान्य रूप से बढ़ोतरी तो होती है लेकिन वह खत्म होने की जगह और ज्यादा प्रसारित होने लगती है तब कैंसर होने की संभावना होती है. लिम्फोमा के मुख्य दो प्रकार होते हैं - हॉजकिन लिम्फोमा और गैर-हॉजकिन लिम्फोमा. लिम्फोमा के ज़्यादातर मामले गैर-हॉजकिन लिम्फोमा के होते हैं.
भारत में लिम्फोमा केवल दिल्ली में ही, हर साल लिम्फोमा के अनुमानित 500 नए मामलों का निदान होता है. इस संख्या के करीब दो-तिहाई से अधिक पुरुष होते हैं. डॉक्टरों के मुताबिक सबसे अधिक चिंताजनक बात यह है कि, लिम्फोमा के मामले 5% वार्षिक दर से बढ़ रहे हैं. इसके विकास दर को रोकने के लिए आपको इसके प्रति जागरूक रहना होगा. इसलिए आइए इस लेख के माध्यम से हमलोग लिम्फोमा के लक्षण और उपचार को जानें.
लिम्फोमा के लक्षण
लिम्फोमा से ग्रस्त रोगियों को सबसे पहले लिम्फ नोड्स में सूजन महसूस हो सकती है. ये त्वचा के नीचे छोटी व मुलायम गांठ की तरह महसूस हो सकती हैं. रोगी को निम्नलिखित स्थानों में लिम्फ नोड्स महसूस हो सकते हैं - गरदन छाती का ऊपरी भाग बगल पेट पेट और जांध के बीच का भाग लिम्फोमा के अन्य लक्षण हैं - हड्डी में दर्द खांसी थकान प्लीहा का बढ़ना बुखार रात को पसीना आना शराब पीते समय दर्द होना चकत्ते सांस फूलना त्वचा पर खुजली होना पेट दर्द बिना वजह वज़न घटना लिम्फोमा के लक्षणों का अनुभव हमेशा प्रारंभिक अवस्था में नहीं होता है. आपके डॉक्टर एक शारीरिक परीक्षण के दौरान बढ़े हुए लिम्फ नोड्स का निदान कर सकते हैं.
लिम्फोमा होने का कारण अभी तक अज्ञात है इसीलिए इसे रोकने के लिए कोई वास्तविक तरीका नहीं है. हालांकि, यदि आपको लगता है कि आप लिम्फोमा के लक्षण अनुभव कर रहे हैं तो डॉक्टर से बात करें जो इसके शीघ्र निदान और उपचार के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है. यह विशेष रूप से महत्वपूर्ण है कि अगर आपको लिम्फोमा का एक पारिवारिक इतिहास है तो अपने चिकित्सक को इसके बारे में अवश्य बताएं. यदि आपको संदेह है कि आपको लिम्फोमा होने का जोखिम है, तो अपने चिकित्सक से इसके निदान और उपचार के बारे में बात करें. आपकी शारीरिक स्थिति, आनुवंशिकता और चिकित्सा के इतिहास के आधार पर, आपको उस डॉक्टर के पास जाने की सलाह दी जा सकती है जो रक्त की बीमारियों के विशेषज्ञ हैं.
लिम्फोमा का इलाज
लिम्फोमा का उपचार उसके प्रकार और उसके चरण पर निर्भर करता है. इसके निम्नलिखित उपचार हो सकते हैं
जैविक थेरेपी
यह एक नशीली दवाओं का उपचार है जिसमें शरीर में सूक्ष्मजीवों को डालकर प्रतिरक्षा प्रणाली को कैंसर की कोशिकाओं पर हमला करने के लिए उत्तेजित किया जाता है.
एंटीबॉडी चिकित्सा
इसमें कैंसर के प्रतिजनों से लड़ने के लिए सिंथेटिक एंटीबॉडी खून में डाली जाती हैं.
कीमोथेरेपी
इसमें कैंसर कोशिकाओं को मारने के लिए आक्रामक दवाओं का प्रयोग किया जाता है.
रेडियोईमयूनोथेरेपी
इसमें कैंसर वाली बी-कोशिकाओं और टी-कोशिकाओं को नष्ट करने के लिए उच्च-स्तरीय रेडियोएक्टिव (रेडियोधर्मी) खुराक का प्रयोग किया जाता है.
विकिरण चिकित्सा
इसका उपयोग कैंसर के छोटे क्षेत्रों पर केंद्रित करने के लिए किया जाता है.
स्टेरॉयड दवा
लिम्फोमा का इलाज करने के लिए स्टेरॉयड इंजेक्शन के द्वारा दिए जा सकते हैं.
सर्जरी के द्वारा
लिम्फोमा के फैल जाने के बाद प्लीहा या अन्य अंगों को हटाने के लिए सर्जरी का इस्तेमाल किया जा सकता है.
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