What are the symptoms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas?
The most common symptom is a painless swelling in the lymph nodes in the neck, underarm or groin. Other symptoms may include fevers, night sweats, tiredness, weight loss, itching and reddened patches on the skin. Sometimes there is nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain. As lymphomas progress, the body is less able to fight infection. These symptoms are not sure signs of cancer, however. They may also be caused by many common illnesses, such as flu or other infections. But it is important to see a doctor if any of these symptoms lasts longer than two weeks. Any illness should be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. How can I tell if I actually have lymphoma? First, a doctor will take a patient’s full medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. The only sure way to tell whether cancer is present is with a biopsy. By examining tissue removed from an enlarged lymph node under the microscope, a pathologist can confirm presence of cancer cells and tell whether the lymphoma is t
