UNDERSTANDING LYMPHOMA AND IT'S VARIOUS TYPES

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's germ-fighting network. The lymphatic system includes the lymph nodes (lymph glands), spleen, thymus gland and bone marrow

1.Chronic lymphocytic leukemia 2.Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma 3.Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma 4.Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's Disease) 5.Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma 6.Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia

B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) develops from a type of white blood cell called B cells. It progresses slowly, usually affecting older adults. CLL may not cause any symptoms for years. When symptoms do occur, they may include swollen lymph nodes, fatigue and easy bruising.

Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma (CBCL) is a rare type of cancer that starts in your skin. The condition causes lesions that look like a rash or bumps. The bump might be the same color as your skin. Or it can be darker or pink or purple. Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma is a rare type of cancer that begins in the white blood cells.

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare type of cancer that begins in white blood cells called T cells (T lymphocytes). These cells normally help your body's germ-fighting immune system. In cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, the T cells develop abnormalities that make them attack the skin.

Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of two general categories of lymphoma. It is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's germ-fighting immune system. In Hodgkin's lymphoma, white blood cells called lymphocytes grow out of control, causing swollen lymph nodes and growths throughout the body.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a general category of lymphoma. There are many subtypes under this category. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma are among the most common subtypes. In non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, white blood cells called lymphocytes grow abnormally and can form growths (tumors) throughout the body.

Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia is a rare type of cancer that begins in the white blood cells. If someone has Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, their bone marrow produces too many abnormal white blood cells that crowd out healthy blood cells. The abnormal white blood cells produce a protein that accumulates in the blood, impairs circulation and causes complications.

Lymphoma is considered to be very treatable. However, it can vary based on several factors, most notably the type and severity of the diagnosis and how early the cancer was detected. Treatment may involve chemotherapy, medication, radiation therapy and sometimes stem-cell transplant.