Overview
Stage 1 Follicular Lymphoma is an early stage of Lymphoma that is only located in one group of lymph nodes, such as in your groin or neck, or in one organ outside the lymph nodes.
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- Stage 1 Follicular Non Hodgkin Lymphoma Cancer Diagnosis
Overview
Follicular Lymphoma is the most common type of slow growing, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. It begins in your B lymphocytes, the white blood cells that help your body fight infection.
A Stage 1 Follicular Non Hodgkin Lymphoma diagnosis is divided into Stages 1 and 1E.
In Stage 1 Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, the cancer is found in one or more lymph nodes, in a group of lymph nodes or, in rare cases, the cancer is found in the Waldeyer’s ring, thymus, or spleen.
In Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Stage 1E, the cancer is found in one area outside of your body’s lymph system.
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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Commonly Searched Questions
What Is Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that forms in the lymph system. The lymph system is part of the immune system. It helps protect the body from infection and disease.
Source: Cancer.gov
What’s the Difference Between Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
Both diseases begin in your lymphatic system — specifically in a lymphocyte, which is a type of white blood cell. The primary difference between the two is the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, a type of cancer cell derived from B lymphocytes. If Reed-Sternberg cells are present, the cancer is classified as Hodgkin Lymphoma; if they are not present, it is diagnosed as Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
Source: Patientpower.info
What are the symptoms of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
Signs and symptoms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma may include:
- Swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin
- Abdominal pain or swelling
- Chest pain, coughing or trouble breathing
- Persistent fatigue
- Fever
- Night sweats
Source: Mayoclinic.org
What are the tests used to diagnose Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
The following tests and procedures can be used are:
- complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential
- blood chemistry studies
- bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
- cytogenetic analysis
- immunophenotyping
- molecular testing
Source: www.cancer.gov
What are the risk factors of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
There are many types of lymphoma, and some of these factors have been linked only to certain types.
- Older age – Getting older is a strong risk factor for lymphoma overall, with most cases occurring in people in their 60s or older . But some types of lymphoma are more common in younger people.
- Gender – Overall, the risk of NHL is higher in men than in women , but there are certain types of NHL that are more common in women. The reasons for this are not known.
- Family History – Having a first degree relative (parent, child, sibling) with NHL increases your risk of developing NHL.
- Having a weakened immune system
Source: www.cancer.gov
What are the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
There are different types of treatment for patients with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma such as:
- radiation therapy
- chemotherapy
- targeted therapy
- immunotherapy
- plasmapheresis
- stem cell transplant
- surgery
Source: www.cancer.gov