Signs and Symptoms of Lymphoma

Symptoms of lymphoma

Lymphoma symptoms are similar to those of other diseases and afflictions. The most common symptom is a painless swelling in the lymph nodes (called lymphadenopathy). People often for the first time you go to the doctor because they believe that they have a cold or respiratory infection that will not go away. Neck or armpit noticed common places for the first time, but the swelling can occur in other parts of the body, including the groin (which may cause swelling of the legs or ankles) or abdomen (which can cause cramping and bloat). Some patients lymphoma notice any swelling at all while others may complain of night sweats, weight loss, chills, lack of energy or itching. There is usually no pain involved, especially when the lymphoma is in the early stage of development.

Signs and Symptoms of Lymphoma 

Most people who have non-specific complaints such as these do not have lymphoma. However, it is important that anyone with symptoms that persist see your doctor to making sure there is no lymphoma or serious illness exists. The doctor will perform a complete physical examination and the search for swollen lymph nodes under the chin, neck and tonsil area, on the shoulders and elbows, armpits, and groin. The doctor will also examine other parts of the body to see if there is swelling or could be caused by fluid in the abdomen or by swollen lymph nodes chest.

You will be asked about pain and examined for any weakness or paralysis can be lymph node pressure on nerves or the spinal cord. It will examine the abdomen to see if any is enlarged internal organs, especially the spleen. If the doctor suspects lymphoma, he or she is likely to order further tests, including biopsy, blood tests, X-rays, and perhaps evaluate the bone marrow.

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Usually, it is seen as a symptom of cancer in the lymph nodes, and other diseases less serious, such as influenza or other viral infection. It is often overlooked these symptoms, but in cases of less serious illnesses, they would not last very long. With lymphoma, these symptoms persist over time, and can not explain the existence of infection or another disease. The List below lists the most common form of lymphoma symptoms.

Because of the common nature of these symptoms, and because the symptoms of lymphoma do not appear in all cases, diagnosis is often a problem.

If you think you or a family member or a friend or a loved one may have lymphoma, see your doctor or qualified medical professional as soon as possible. Early diagnosis makes an impact on the results of treatment.

The initial symptoms of lymphoma

Painful swelling in the lymph glands upper body, no neck, collarbone region, armpits or groin. (Enlarged lymph node is usually not painful, such as infected lymph node, which is common and can be painful.) This reference lists the most common form of lymphoma symptoms:

• Chills / temperature swings
• Fever (especially at night)
• Unexplained weight loss
• Anorexia
• Unusual tiredness / lack of energy
• Persistent cough
• hard breathing
• Constant itching all over the body without apparent cause or rash
• General fatigue
• Enlarged tonsils
• Headache.
• Symptoms of lymphoma Advanced

More advanced lymphoma may present with the following symptoms:

• In some cases, people feel pain in the lymph nodes after drinking alcohol.
• If involves lymphoma lymphatic tissue in the abdomen and intestines or stomach, fluid may accumulate causing swelling near the intestines, which can lead to feelings of pressure in the abdomen, pain, diarrhea and / or indigestion.
• Lymph node may lead to other symptoms by pressing on a vein (causing swelling of the arm or leg), or against a nerve (which cause pain, numbness, or tingling in the arm or leg).
• Some people with lower back pain that is unexplained. It is believed that this may be caused by the expansion of the lymph glands pressing on nerves.
• It also provides the lymphoma cells and lymph cancer spread beyond the lymphatic system, the body loses its ability to fight infection. Generalized symptoms that develop can be confused with influenza, tuberculosis and other infectious and communicable diseases such as white blood or other types of cancer cells markers.

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