Patients with early-stage lymphoma exhibit a variety of symptoms due to the different locations of tumor growth. Many patients initially present with a lump in the neck lymph nodes, which is generally painless and has a tough texture with good mobility. Additionally, some patients with early-stage lymphoma experience enlargement of the mediastinal lymph nodes, leading to respiratory symptoms such as coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. In cases where the lymphoma occurs in the skin, early symptoms might include ulcers and skin peeling or other damaging skin changes. Lymphomas that develop in areas like the gastrointestinal tract or nasopharynx can present early symptoms related to the site of the primary lesion, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, or nasopharyngeal bleeding.