Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or NHL, is a cancer that starts in cells called lymphocytes. These cells are mainly found in lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen. When you have lymphoma, these cells grow out of control or live longer than normal. Then, they collect in lymph nodes, causing them to swell. There are many kinds of NHL. They are divided and named by: How fast the cancer grows − Slow growing or fast growing How the cells look under the microscope Doctors can tell if you have this disease by doing blood tests or a bone marrow biopsy. They may remove a sample of your lymph node for testing. They may also do an MRI or CT scan, ultrasound, or spinal tap. These tests help the doctor stage the cancer or see how far it has spread. This will help the doctors know what treatment is best for you. You may be given chemo, radiation, or biologic therapy that helps the immune system kill the cancer. Sometimes treatment is not needed now and the doctor can just monitor you and wait until treatment is needed. Some patients may have a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Others may take part in a clinical trial that tests new treatments. After treatment, women may have long-term problems getting pregnant. Men may not be able to father a child after treatment. Talk to your doctor before treatment if you plan on having children later on.
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Discharge Instructions, Adult
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or NHL, is a cancer that starts in cells called lymphocytes. These cells are mainly found in lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen. When you have lymphoma, these cells grow out of control or live longer than normal. Then, they collect in lymph nodes, causing them to swell. There are many kinds of NHL. They are divided and named by: How fast the cancer grows − Slow growing or fast growing How the cells look under the microscope Doctors can tell if you have this disease by doing blood tests or a bone marrow biopsy. They may remove a sample of your lymph node for testing. They may also do an MRI or CT scan, ultrasound, or spinal tap. These tests help the doctor stage the cancer or see how far it has spread. This will help the doctors know what treatment is best for you. You may be given chemo, radiation, or biologic therapy that helps the immune system kill the cancer. Sometimes treatment is not needed now and the doctor can just monitor you and wait until treatment is needed. Some patients may have a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Others may take part in a clinical trial that tests new treatments. After treatment, women may have long-term problems getting pregnant. Men may not be able to father a child after treatment. Talk to your doctor before treatment if you plan on having children later on.
Treat the cancer,Help an upset stomach or throwing up,Help with pain,Build up red blood cells if they are low,Prevent infection
If you had surgery to remove a lymph node or place an IV catheter, you may have to limit movement for a short time period.,Keeping active is helpful. Ask your doctor about the right amount of activity for you.,Avoid contact sports or heavy exercise through your course of treatment. Ask your doctor before starting new activities.
Increase your protein and calories to keep a good weight and muscle mass during treatment. Eat small meals often to help prevent nausea.,Drink lots of water to prevent fluid loss and hard stools.,Eating soft foods can help with swallowing problems.,Cook foods properly. Do not eat raw foods. Eat food stored in the refrigerator within 2 days.,Avoid unpasteurized dairy products and foods that have molds, like blue cheese.,If your blood counts are low, your doctor may tell you to avoid fresh fruits and vegetables. Wash fruits and vegetables well before peeling and eating them. Avoid raw sprouts.
Infection,Weakened heart,Swelling may occur,Not able to have children,Cancer may come back,Treatment can cause other cancers in the future
Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call for emergency help or go to the ER right away.,Signs of infection. These include a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher; chills; mouth sores; wound that will not heal; yellowish, greenish, or bloody discharge from the wound or pain.,Trouble breathing,Throwing up that is not helped by the drugs you are taking,Changes in color of urine, burning urine, or odor to urine
Adult,Hematologic
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