Lymphoma (Lymph Gland Cancer)
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Lymphoma (Lymph Gland Cancer)
The silent fighter of the immune system is largely under control if recognized in time can be taken
Lymphoma occurs in lymph nodes and lymphatic tissues, which are an important part of our immune system. is a type of cancer that develops. It is usually characterized by swollen lymph nodes in areas such as the neck, armpit or groin. nodes in the lymph nodes. Lymphoma diagnosed at an early stage can be treated with chemotherapy, immunotherapy and highly treatable with targeted therapies.
Types of Lymphoma
Lymphoma is divided into two main groups:
Hodgkin's Lymphoma (HL)
- Less common
- Usually seen at a young age
- High response rate to treatment
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL)
- It is more common and has numerous subtypes
- Some types have a slow (indolent), some a fast (aggressive) course
- Treatment is planned according to subtype
Symptoms
Painless lymph node swelling in the neck, armpit or groin
Unexplained weight loss
Night sweats
Prolonged fever (above 38°C)
Constant weakness, fatigue
Itching or skin rash
Chest pain, cough or shortness of breath (mediastinal lymphomas)
Risk Factors
Immunosuppressive diseases (HIV, after organ transplantation)
Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Hepatitis C and HTLV infections
Autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome)
Exposure to certain chemicals and pesticides
Family history (rare)
Diagnosis Process
Physical examination and lymph node assessment
Lymph node biopsy: The gold standard for subtyping
Blood tests (LDH, CBC, virus scans)
PET-CT/CT: Invasion mapping and staging
Bone marrow biopsy (in some cases)
Staging
Lymphoma is classified between Stages I-IV. In early stages, the treatment process is shorter and the success rate is higher. "B symptoms" (fever, weight loss, night sweats) are also included in staging.
Treatment Methods
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- - Patients' diagnostic reports are pre-evaluated
- - A personalized treatment plan is prepared after subtype analysis and staging
- - Integrated treatment process is carried out with multidisciplinary teams
- - Accommodation, transfer and escort organization is provided
- - After the treatment, the process is continued with remote monitoring and support system
A silent change in your lymphatic system can be treated effectively if recognized in time.
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