Cancer types

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Start by identifying the subtype and pace of disease.

Sources checked · Introductory guide

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Understanding the cancer

A group of lymphatic cancers that may be slow-growing or aggressive.[1]

Before choosing treatment

Biopsy subtype and stage are important for choosing treatment.[1]

How treatment is planned

Some cases are observed; others need antibodies, chemotherapy, radiation or cellular therapies.[1]

Questions for your care team

  • What is my exact lymphoma subtype and treatment goal?

Sources and scope

Source documents are in English.

  1. NCI · Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (opens in a new tab)

General information based on official public sources. This is not a complete list of uses or side effects. Individual treatment decisions require your care team and current source documents. US-source uses do not establish local approval or reimbursement.

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