Family Friendly & Specialty Dentists in London, UK
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Lymphoma Subtypes and Classification
- Mature B cell neoplasms
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small cell lymphoma
- B-cell prolymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma (such as Waldenström macroglobulinemia)
- Splenic marginal zone lymphoma
- Plasma cell myeloma (also known as multiple myeloma)
- Plasmacytoma
- Monoclonal immunoglobulin deposition diseases
- Heavy chain diseases
- Extranodal marginal zone B cell lymphoma, also called MALT lymphoma
- Follicular lymphoma
- Mantle cell lymphoma
Risk Factors and Symptoms of Lymphoma
- Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection
- Weakened immune system
- Exposure to certain chemicals and pesticides
- Family history of lymphoma
- Age (risk increases with age)
- Enlarged lymph nodes
- Fatigue
- Night sweats
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fever
Diagnosis and Staging of Lymphoma
- Biopsy to confirm diagnosis
- Staging tests to determine the extent of the disease
- Imaging tests (CT scan, PET scan)
- Bone marrow biopsy
- Blood tests (complete blood count, lymph node biopsy)
- Staging (Lugano classification, Ann Arbor staging system)
Treatment Options for Lymphoma
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Stem cell transplantation
Prognosis, Survival Rates, Palliative Care, and Supportive Measures
- Survival rates vary depending on the type and stage of lymphoma
- Hodgkin lymphoma has a high overall survival rate
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma survival rates vary widely
- Burkitt lymphoma has a high cure rate with intensive treatment
- Mantle cell lymphoma has a lower survival rate compared to other types of lymphoma
- Palliative care focuses on improving quality of life and managing symptoms
- Pain management
- Emotional and psychological support
- End-of-life care
- Support for caregivers and family members
