Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of cancer found in the lymphatic system and involves your lymphocytes, a kind of white blood cell. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a common cancer, and the survival rate is very high. It is treated with chemotherapy, radiation and other types of therapies.
Lymph Node Involvement
The most common symptom of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is painless swelling in the lymph nodes, which are located in the armpits, groin and neck.
Abdominal Swelling
Sometimes the tissue in the abdomen is Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and the stomach will swell, sometimes mimicking the appearance of pregnancy in women.
Other Abdominal Issues
Constipation is also a problem if there is a build-up of fluid within the abdomen. This fluid puts pressure on the intestines and interferes with the normal passage of waste.
Chest Pain
Chest pain is a symptom if the tissue of the thymus is the lymphoma. There may be also pressure put on the trachea, making breathing difficult.
Other Symptoms
Itching, dry skin, fatigue, weight loss and fever all can be symptoms of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
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