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Source: Cancer Support CommunityWhile there are about 60 different subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, most subtypes fall within 2 main groups, both named for the cell where the lymphoma originates: B-cell lymphomas or T-cell lymphomas.
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Source: Cancer Support CommunityWhile there are about 60 different subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, most subtypes fall within 2 main groups, both named for the cell where the lymphoma originates: B-cell lymphomas or T-cell lymphomas.
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Source: American Cancer SocietyA brief overview of non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the different types, tests, questions, treatments, clinical trials, and what happens after treatment.
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Source: American Cancer SocietyA brief overview of non-Hodgkin lymphoma including the different types, tests, questions, treatments, clinical trials, and what happens after treatment.
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Author: Sarah HandzelIf you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you may wonder if you should seek a second opinion about your diagnosis and treatment options. Second opinions may confirm your diagnosis and provide invaluable information about your cancer and where it’s located in your body.
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Author: Sarah HandzelIf you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you may wonder if you should seek a second opinion about your diagnosis and treatment options. Second opinions may confirm your diagnosis and provide invaluable information about your cancer and where it’s located in your body.
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Source: Cancer Support CommunityAre you newly diagnosed? Here's what you need to know.
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Source: Cancer Support CommunityAre you newly diagnosed? Here's what you need to know.
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Source: Lymphoma Research FoundationWhen there’s a diagnosis of lymphoma, the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) is there to help. Utilize the many support services and education resources LRF offers for people with lymphoma and their loved ones.
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Source: Lymphoma Research FoundationWhen there’s a diagnosis of lymphoma, the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) is there to help. Utilize the many support services and education resources LRF offers for people with lymphoma and their loved ones.
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Source: Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyThis booklet describes how these tests are used to help detect and treat blood cancers. It also includes tips to help keep track of test results and questions to ask your healthcare provider.
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Source: Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyThis booklet describes how these tests are used to help detect and treat blood cancers. It also includes tips to help keep track of test results and questions to ask your healthcare provider.
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Source: Lymphoma Research FoundationLearn about some of the symptoms of NHL and how an accurate diagnosis is made.
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Source: Lymphoma Research FoundationLearn about some of the symptoms of NHL and how an accurate diagnosis is made.
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Source: American Cancer SocietySurvival rates are based on outcomes for large numbers of people who had a specific lymphoma. Learn what factors may affect the outlook for lymphoma so you can discuss your diagnosis better with your doctor.
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Source: American Cancer SocietySurvival rates are based on outcomes for large numbers of people who had a specific lymphoma. Learn what factors may affect the outlook for lymphoma so you can discuss your diagnosis better with your doctor.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteThis is a great place to start if you do not see a specific type of cancer right now on Cancer.com and want to learn more. Get more information about treatment options, causes, prevention, ongoing research, and resources for coping.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteThis is a great place to start if you do not see a specific type of cancer right now on Cancer.com and want to learn more. Get more information about treatment options, causes, prevention, ongoing research, and resources for coping.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteLearn more from the NCI about the stages of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including what the stages mean, how they relate to different types of lymphoma, and how to identify what stage you might be in.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteLearn more from the NCI about the stages of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including what the stages mean, how they relate to different types of lymphoma, and how to identify what stage you might be in.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteLearn more from the NCI about non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including what it is, different types of lymphoma, how age and gender can play a role, tests you can take, factors that affect your treatment options, and how to identify what stage you might be in.
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Source: National Cancer InstituteLearn more from the NCI about non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including what it is, different types of lymphoma, how age and gender can play a role, tests you can take, factors that affect your treatment options, and how to identify what stage you might be in.
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