Follicular Lymphoma

Overview

Follicular lymphoma is a condition where it is a slow-growing form of non- Hodgkin lymphoma which originates from the B-lymphocytes causing B-cell lymphoma. This type of lymphoma accounts 20-30% of all non-Hodgkin lymphoma cases

Signs and Symptoms

Painless swelling of the lymph nodes in your neck/groin/stomach/armpits, Shortness of breath, Fatigue, Night sweats, Weight loss

Common Causes

A weakened immune system, Auto-immune disease

Risk Factors

Previous cancer, Having a close relative with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Older age, Female

Investigation Techniques

Biopsy, Blood tests, X-rays, PET scans, Bone marrow samples.

Treatment and Prevention

Steroid therapy, Monoclonal antibodies, Stem cell treatment, Rituximab, Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy

Psychological Issues

Stress, Anxiety

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Information Updated on : Thu Feb 13 2020 16:47:44 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time)

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