Hodgkin lymphoma
Overview
Hodgkin lymphoma is an uncommon cancer that affects the white blood cells that help you fight infection (lymphocytes).
Symptoms
Painless swelling in neck/armpit/groin; night sweats; weight loss; itchiness; cough; fever; fatigue.
Causes
Cancer of white blood cells (lymphocytes). Risks: weak immune system (HIV); glandular fever history; age (20s or 70s).
Treatment
Chemotherapy; radiotherapy; steroids. Highly treatable/curable. Stem cell transplant if autoimmune.
Prevention
No known cause/prevention. Not infectious.
When to see a doctor
See GP if: unexplained lump; night sweats; unexplained weight loss.