Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a general term for cancers that start in the lymphatic system; mainly the lymph nodes. The treatment of lymphoma depends on the type and the extent to which it has spread through the body.

There are many different types of lymphoma.  Some are slow to develop and behave indolently (often called low-grade lymphomas).  Others are more rapidly growing and more “aggressive” and are referred to as “high-grade” lymphomas.

Lymphomas are also classified in terms of Hodgkins Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.

Your haematologist will be able to give you helpful information on your specific lymphoma type if you have been diagnosed with this form of blood cancer aswell as discussing the treatment options with you.

The CLT may be able to support you in your diagnosis.  The CLT is also allied to the Cornwall Lymphoma Support Group which is a local group of patients who have been diagnosed with lymphoma and can help to support you.  They meet on line regularly throughout the year and raise money for lymphoma causes.  They also hold educational and information events to support patients with lymphoma.  https://www.cancercaremap.org/lymphoma-support-group-cornwall/

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