what are the symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma?
The following are the most common symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: • painless swelling of the lymph nodes in neck, underarm, groin, and chest • difficulty breathing (dyspnea) due to enlarged nodes in the chest • fever • night sweats • tiring easily (fatigue) • weight loss/decreased appetite • itching skin (pruritus) • frequent viral infections (i.e., cold, flu, sinus infection) The symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma may resemble other blood disorders or medical problems. Always consult your child’s physician for a diagnosis.
