What are the symptoms of lymphoma?

Written by Peng Li Bo
Oncology
Updated on February 19, 2025
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The symptoms of lymphoma usually involve painless, progressive enlargement of the lymph nodes, typically located in areas like the neck, under the jaw, and below the chin. However, beyond these localized symptoms, lymphoma can also present with systemic symptoms, which include fever, night sweats, weight loss, as well as rashes and itching skin. Thus, lymphoma encompasses both local and systemic symptoms.

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The common treatments for malignant lymphoma currently include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, and the use of immunosuppressants. There are also newer treatments such as cell reinfusion. The choice of treatment for malignant lymphoma definitely depends on the specific pathological type. Another factor is the stage of the lymphoma—it could be in stages one, two, three, or four, which definitely matters. The third factor is whether the lymphoma causes any symptoms or signs in the patient because some minor lymphomas may allow for observation and waiting, but many require active treatment.

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Which department do you go to for lymphoma?

If a lump is found on the neck and lymphoma is suspected, the first step is to consult with the head and neck surgery department. The lymphoma lesion will be surgically removed by the department, and then sent for a pathological examination. If lymphoma is confirmed, the next steps involve treatment by the oncology department, hematology department, or radiation therapy department.

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How to rule out lymphoma in children

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How is Hodgkin's lymphoma treated?

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What are the early symptoms of lymphoma?

Lymphoma is a malignant tumor of the hematological system, with early symptoms including painless enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck, which are generally well-movable and firm or hard in texture early on, without inflammatory changes such as redness, swelling, heat, or pain. Additionally, lymphomas occurring in the gastrointestinal tract can clinically present with symptoms such as upper abdominal fullness and discomfort, bloating, nausea, recurrent acid reflux, and belching. Lymphomas occurring in the respiratory system can manifest clinically with symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath after activity, and chest pain. Lymphomas occurring in the brain can cause dizziness, headaches, movement disorders, ataxia, and abnormal gait.