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2012年9月11日 星期二

8 Types of Lymphoma - All Inclusive


Lymphoma is cancer that begins in the lymphatic system. There are 8 types of lymphoma, but lymphoma is not discussed in terms of 8. There are the two major types of lymphoma and over 30 subtypes. More are discovered every year.

Lymphoma is classified as either Hodgkin's or non-Hodgkin. The difference is in one specific cell type that is found in Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Hodgkin's lymphoma is named after Thomas Hodgkin who discovered it in the 1830's. This is more rare than non-Hodgkin's. Researchers believe Hodgkin's lymphoma is closely associated with the Epstein-Barr virus. This is dormant in most people but can become active and infect a person.

The chances of getting Hodgkin's lymphoma after the Epstein-Barr virus has attacked are greater. Hodgkin's lymphoma usually begins in one lymph node and spreads to other lymph nodes and tissues. People between the ages of 15 and 35 and those who are over 55 are at an increased risk for this type of cancer.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma begins when there are abnormal cells in the lymphatic system that divide without control or older cells in the body don't die a normal cellular death. Unlike Hodgkin's lymphoma, this type can spread throughout the body without order. It can affect the organs such as the bone marrow, spleen and liver. The stages of classification are based on where the cancer is spreading in the body.

If a patient has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, it means they have one of thirty

subtypes. These are categorized as:

Aggressive or non-aggressive. This refers to how fast the cancer is multiplying and growing.

Affecting the B-cells or T-cells in the immune system.

The exact subtype must be found in order for the doctor to prescribe the best treatment. Each different type responds differently to specific chemotherapies.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma does not have an age group favorite, but there are some factors that can increase the risk of certain individuals getting non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. These are immune deficiencies caused by AIDS, Epstein-Barr and Hepatitis C.

As with every other cancer, the earlier the cancer is found, the better chance a person has of surviving.




Don't give up! Go and read more about lymphoma cancer at http://www.symptomsoflymphoma.com/





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2012年8月22日 星期三

Types of Lymphoma and Their Characteristics


Lymphoma refers to a form of tumor caused by the immune system, involving abnormal activity of lymphocytes, body cells that belong to the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes are born at the level of the bone marrow and their primary role inside the body is to identify antigens (foreign bodies that are malignant to the organism) and to trigger the action of the immune system, telling it to attack the discovered antigens. However, in the case of patients with lymphoma, the cells of the lymphatic system become compromised and begin to act like cancer cells. Thus, the occurrence of lymphoma is primarily determined by inappropriate activity of the lymphatic system, lymphocytes multiplying at abnormally fast rates and accumulating in different regions of the body.

There are two distinctive types of lymphatic cells involved in causing the occurrence of lymphoma: "B" lymphocytes and 'T' lymphocytes (commonly referred to as B cells and T cells). The main action of B cells is to create antibodies, a type of proteins that fight against antigens. The T cells (born at the level of the thymus gland) help the activity of the B cells, sustaining and enhancing their action.

According to the type of cells involved in causing the disease and the rate of progression, there are multiple forms of lymphoma. The main two types of lymphoma are: Hodgkin's Lymphoma (also referred to as Hodgkin's Disease) and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. These two main types can be further classified in multiple subtypes. Hodgkin's Lymphoma is characterized by the implication of the so-called "double-eyed cells" in causing the disease. All other varieties of lymphoma that don't share this feature are known as Non-Hodgkin's Lymphomas. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma comprises over 25 subtypes, classified according to the speed of progression and the seriousness of the disease. Various subtypes of lymphoma involve genetic abnormalities that carry the name of primary mutations. Some of these mutations are responsible for triggering the disease, while others are responsible for sustaining its progression.

A very common subtype of lymphoma is follicular lymphoma. This variety of lymphoma is slow progressing and alternates between periods of remission and periods of relapse. In the majority of cases, follicular lymphoma is caused by a specific genetic mutation that affects the B lymphocytes. The mutation causes an overproduction of the BCL2 protein, a type of protein that stimulates an excessive accumulation of B cells, which begin to act like cancerous cells.

Another common subtype of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is diffuse large cell lymphoma. This variety progresses faster and it can also originate from a slower progressing lymphoma subtype. Diffuse cell lymphoma requires immediate treatment; otherwise, the disease can become life-threatening in a very short amount of time. The most efficient form of treatment consists in chemotherapy. Although most patients with diffuse cell lymphoma experience relapse, a second course of strong chemotherapy is usually effective in curing relapsed cases.

Burkitt's lymphoma is a rapidly evolving lymphoma subtype that occurs due to a unique genetic anomaly. This variety of lymphoma requires immediate medical intervention and involves a poor patient life expectancy. When chemotherapy is not sufficient for treating patients with Burkitt's lymphoma, combination treatments with immunosupressants can help ameliorate its symptoms and slow its progression rate.

Unlike B-cell lymphomas, T-cell lymphomas are rare and account for about 20 percent of cases of all Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in general. T-cell lymphomas are rapidly progressing and often involve the body skin. Along with Hodgkin's Disease, T-cell lymphoma raises serious issues in diagnosis and treatment. This is due to the poor understanding of the causes and evolution of the disease, medical scientists lacking conclusive medical data. However, medical scientists hope to unveil the exact origins and the pattern of evolution characteristic to Non-Hodgkin's T-cell lymphoma and Hodgkin's Disease in order to develop an efficient treatment in the near future.




So, if you want to find out more about lymphoma cancer or even about symptoms of lymphoma please visit this link http://www.lymphoma-center.com





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2012年8月5日 星期日

8 Types of Lymphoma - All Inclusive


Lymphoma is cancer that begins in the lymphatic system. There are 8 types of lymphoma, but lymphoma is not discussed in terms of 8. There are the two major types of lymphoma and over 30 subtypes. More are discovered every year.

Lymphoma is classified as either Hodgkin's or non-Hodgkin. The difference is in one specific cell type that is found in Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Hodgkin's lymphoma is named after Thomas Hodgkin who discovered it in the 1830's. This is more rare than non-Hodgkin's. Researchers believe Hodgkin's lymphoma is closely associated with the Epstein-Barr virus. This is dormant in most people but can become active and infect a person.

The chances of getting Hodgkin's lymphoma after the Epstein-Barr virus has attacked are greater. Hodgkin's lymphoma usually begins in one lymph node and spreads to other lymph nodes and tissues. People between the ages of 15 and 35 and those who are over 55 are at an increased risk for this type of cancer.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma begins when there are abnormal cells in the lymphatic system that divide without control or older cells in the body don't die a normal cellular death. Unlike Hodgkin's lymphoma, this type can spread throughout the body without order. It can affect the organs such as the bone marrow, spleen and liver. The stages of classification are based on where the cancer is spreading in the body.

If a patient has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, it means they have one of thirty

subtypes. These are categorized as:

Aggressive or non-aggressive. This refers to how fast the cancer is multiplying and growing.

Affecting the B-cells or T-cells in the immune system.

The exact subtype must be found in order for the doctor to prescribe the best treatment. Each different type responds differently to specific chemotherapies.

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma does not have an age group favorite, but there are some factors that can increase the risk of certain individuals getting non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. These are immune deficiencies caused by AIDS, Epstein-Barr and Hepatitis C.

As with every other cancer, the earlier the cancer is found, the better chance a person has of surviving.




Don't give up! Go and read more about lymphoma cancer at http://www.symptomsoflymphoma.com/





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2012年7月20日 星期五

Types of Lymphoma and Their Characteristics


Lymphoma refers to a form of tumor caused by the immune system, involving abnormal activity of lymphocytes, body cells that belong to the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes are born at the level of the bone marrow and their primary role inside the body is to identify antigens (foreign bodies that are malignant to the organism) and to trigger the action of the immune system, telling it to attack the discovered antigens. However, in the case of patients with lymphoma, the cells of the lymphatic system become compromised and begin to act like cancer cells. Thus, the occurrence of lymphoma is primarily determined by inappropriate activity of the lymphatic system, lymphocytes multiplying at abnormally fast rates and accumulating in different regions of the body.

There are two distinctive types of lymphatic cells involved in causing the occurrence of lymphoma: "B" lymphocytes and 'T' lymphocytes (commonly referred to as B cells and T cells). The main action of B cells is to create antibodies, a type of proteins that fight against antigens. The T cells (born at the level of the thymus gland) help the activity of the B cells, sustaining and enhancing their action.

According to the type of cells involved in causing the disease and the rate of progression, there are multiple forms of lymphoma. The main two types of lymphoma are: Hodgkin's Lymphoma (also referred to as Hodgkin's Disease) and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. These two main types can be further classified in multiple subtypes. Hodgkin's Lymphoma is characterized by the implication of the so-called "double-eyed cells" in causing the disease. All other varieties of lymphoma that don't share this feature are known as Non-Hodgkin's Lymphomas. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma comprises over 25 subtypes, classified according to the speed of progression and the seriousness of the disease. Various subtypes of lymphoma involve genetic abnormalities that carry the name of primary mutations. Some of these mutations are responsible for triggering the disease, while others are responsible for sustaining its progression.

A very common subtype of lymphoma is follicular lymphoma. This variety of lymphoma is slow progressing and alternates between periods of remission and periods of relapse. In the majority of cases, follicular lymphoma is caused by a specific genetic mutation that affects the B lymphocytes. The mutation causes an overproduction of the BCL2 protein, a type of protein that stimulates an excessive accumulation of B cells, which begin to act like cancerous cells.

Another common subtype of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is diffuse large cell lymphoma. This variety progresses faster and it can also originate from a slower progressing lymphoma subtype. Diffuse cell lymphoma requires immediate treatment; otherwise, the disease can become life-threatening in a very short amount of time. The most efficient form of treatment consists in chemotherapy. Although most patients with diffuse cell lymphoma experience relapse, a second course of strong chemotherapy is usually effective in curing relapsed cases.

Burkitt's lymphoma is a rapidly evolving lymphoma subtype that occurs due to a unique genetic anomaly. This variety of lymphoma requires immediate medical intervention and involves a poor patient life expectancy. When chemotherapy is not sufficient for treating patients with Burkitt's lymphoma, combination treatments with immunosupressants can help ameliorate its symptoms and slow its progression rate.

Unlike B-cell lymphomas, T-cell lymphomas are rare and account for about 20 percent of cases of all Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in general. T-cell lymphomas are rapidly progressing and often involve the body skin. Along with Hodgkin's Disease, T-cell lymphoma raises serious issues in diagnosis and treatment. This is due to the poor understanding of the causes and evolution of the disease, medical scientists lacking conclusive medical data. However, medical scientists hope to unveil the exact origins and the pattern of evolution characteristic to Non-Hodgkin's T-cell lymphoma and Hodgkin's Disease in order to develop an efficient treatment in the near future.




So, if you want to find out more about lymphoma cancer or even about symptoms of lymphoma please visit this link http://www.lymphoma-center.com





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2012年5月28日 星期一

Types of Lymphoma and Their Characteristics


Lymphoma refers to a form of tumor caused by the immune system, involving abnormal activity of lymphocytes, body cells that belong to the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes are born at the level of the bone marrow and their primary role inside the body is to identify antigens (foreign bodies that are malignant to the organism) and to trigger the action of the immune system, telling it to attack the discovered antigens. However, in the case of patients with lymphoma, the cells of the lymphatic system become compromised and begin to act like cancer cells. Thus, the occurrence of lymphoma is primarily determined by inappropriate activity of the lymphatic system, lymphocytes multiplying at abnormally fast rates and accumulating in different regions of the body.

There are two distinctive types of lymphatic cells involved in causing the occurrence of lymphoma: "B" lymphocytes and 'T' lymphocytes (commonly referred to as B cells and T cells). The main action of B cells is to create antibodies, a type of proteins that fight against antigens. The T cells (born at the level of the thymus gland) help the activity of the B cells, sustaining and enhancing their action.

According to the type of cells involved in causing the disease and the rate of progression, there are multiple forms of lymphoma. The main two types of lymphoma are: Hodgkin's Lymphoma (also referred to as Hodgkin's Disease) and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. These two main types can be further classified in multiple subtypes. Hodgkin's Lymphoma is characterized by the implication of the so-called "double-eyed cells" in causing the disease. All other varieties of lymphoma that don't share this feature are known as Non-Hodgkin's Lymphomas. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma comprises over 25 subtypes, classified according to the speed of progression and the seriousness of the disease. Various subtypes of lymphoma involve genetic abnormalities that carry the name of primary mutations. Some of these mutations are responsible for triggering the disease, while others are responsible for sustaining its progression.

A very common subtype of lymphoma is follicular lymphoma. This variety of lymphoma is slow progressing and alternates between periods of remission and periods of relapse. In the majority of cases, follicular lymphoma is caused by a specific genetic mutation that affects the B lymphocytes. The mutation causes an overproduction of the BCL2 protein, a type of protein that stimulates an excessive accumulation of B cells, which begin to act like cancerous cells.

Another common subtype of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is diffuse large cell lymphoma. This variety progresses faster and it can also originate from a slower progressing lymphoma subtype. Diffuse cell lymphoma requires immediate treatment; otherwise, the disease can become life-threatening in a very short amount of time. The most efficient form of treatment consists in chemotherapy. Although most patients with diffuse cell lymphoma experience relapse, a second course of strong chemotherapy is usually effective in curing relapsed cases.

Burkitt's lymphoma is a rapidly evolving lymphoma subtype that occurs due to a unique genetic anomaly. This variety of lymphoma requires immediate medical intervention and involves a poor patient life expectancy. When chemotherapy is not sufficient for treating patients with Burkitt's lymphoma, combination treatments with immunosupressants can help ameliorate its symptoms and slow its progression rate.

Unlike B-cell lymphomas, T-cell lymphomas are rare and account for about 20 percent of cases of all Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in general. T-cell lymphomas are rapidly progressing and often involve the body skin. Along with Hodgkin's Disease, T-cell lymphoma raises serious issues in diagnosis and treatment. This is due to the poor understanding of the causes and evolution of the disease, medical scientists lacking conclusive medical data. However, medical scientists hope to unveil the exact origins and the pattern of evolution characteristic to Non-Hodgkin's T-cell lymphoma and Hodgkin's Disease in order to develop an efficient treatment in the near future.




So, if you want to find out more about lymphoma cancer or even about symptoms of lymphoma please visit this link http://www.lymphoma-center.com





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