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Blood Cancer and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma (NHL)

Non Hodgkins Lymphoma / Overview

This website was created to help lymphoma / blood cancer patients and their families and friends with up-to-date information about Non Hodgkins Lymphoma (NHL) . We have the latest information on NHL, its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. We have also gathered vital information on coping with the personal and financial effects of NHL, which may be difficult to deal with without the proper preparation.
Non-Hodgkin's disease is a type of lymphoma, which is a cancer in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of the immune system, whose function is to fight disease and infections.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma causes the cells in the lymphatic system to abnormally reproduce, eventually causing tumors to grow. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cells can also spread to other organs. There are several types of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which are classified and treated by how quickly they spread.

It is estimated that there will be 54,370 new cases of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2004. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma has increased by more than 70% over the last 20 years and now represents 4% of all American Cancers. The majority of of NHL occur in adults 40-70 years of age.

As the disease progresses it is very important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. The Treatment Options section describes the different types of treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation, as well as has clinical trial information. In our Financial Assistance section, we discuss how patients and their families may be helped with medical bills and financial concerns.

Because Non Hodgkins Lymphoma is linked to benzene exposure, see our At Risk Jobs and At Risk Exposure section to find out if you or a loved one has worked in a job associated with benzene exposure.

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