Overview

Stage 2 Diffuse Large B-Cell Non Hodgkin Lymphoma is when the cancer has spread to two or more lymph node regions or lymph node structures on the same side of the diaphragm.

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  • Stage 2 Diffuse Large B-Cell Non Hodgkin Lymphoma Diagnosis

Overview

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Diffuse Large B-cell is the most common type of fast growing, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. It begins in your B lymphocytes, the white blood cells that help your body fight infection.

 

Stage 2  Diffuse Large B-Cell Non Hodgkin Lymphoma diagnosis is divided into Stages 2 and 2E.

 

In Stage 2 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, the cancer is found in two or more groups of lymph nodes that are either above the diaphragm or below the diaphragm as highlighted in the diagram.

 

In Stage 2E Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, the cancer has spread from a group of lymph nodes to a nearby area that is outside of your lymph system. Cancer may have also spread to other lymph node groups on the same side of the diaphragm as shown here.

 

What Tests Will I Need and Why?

Blood tests and imaging such as a CT scan and/or a PET scan are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.

 

Tissue analysis in the form of a core needle biopsy or excisional biopsy is typically done. In some cases, a bone marrow biopsy may be needed.

 

If your treatment team has not already performed tests to determine your cancer’s features, please ask your doctor when these tests will be performed.

 

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National Institute of Health/ treatment-lymphoma

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