Hodgkin lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system. It occurs when certain white blood cells called lymphocytes grow abnormally and form tumors. One key feature distinguishing Hodgkin lymphoma from other lymphomas is the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, which can be identified under a microscope. Symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes, fever, weight loss, and night sweats. It is often treated with chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of both, and has a relatively high cure rate compared to other cancers when diagnosed early.
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Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. It occurs when certain white blood cells, called lymphocytes, grow uncontrollably. The main characteristic of Hodgkin lymphoma is the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, which are abnormal cells found in affected lymph nodes. Symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes, unexplained weight loss, fever, and night sweats. Treatment often involves chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or stem cell transplants, and it is generally considered one of the more treatable forms of lymphoma when diagnosed early.