In 2007, about 71, 380 people in the United States are expected to be diagnosed with lymphoma. In 2006, around 519, 500 people were living with lymphoma.
Lymphoma is a group of cancers that develop in the lymphatic system and are classified as either Hodgkin's lymphoma or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Lymphomas can be located at one site within the body or can spread throughout the body.
Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of the most curable forms of cancer and is most common in people in their 20s and past age 60. Signs and symptoms to look for include:
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Tiredness
- Weight loss
- Itchy skin
The most common sign is one or more enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, upper chest, armpit, abdomen, or groin.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma can either be either slow-growing or fast-growing. Signs and symptoms to look for include:
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Tiredness
- Weight loss
- Rash
- Loss of appetite
The most common sign of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is one or more enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, armpit, or groin, or possibly near the ears or elbow.
Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is one of three lymphoma Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPOREs) in the nation. SPOREs are funded through grants that promote interdisciplinary research and focus on translating laboratory discoveries into new and better clinical approaches as well as investigating untested observations made in the clinic setting by developing laboratory studies to research what has been observed.
The goal of the program is to bring novel ideas to the patient care setting that have the potential to reduce cancer incidence and mortality, improve survival, and improve patients' quality of life. Laboratory and clinical researchers work together to plan, design, and implement research programs that impact cancer prevention and control, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and survival. http://www.uihealthcare.com/depts/med/ophthalmology/refractivesugery/index.html
For more information about any cancer concern, contact:
Cancer Information Service
Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center
UI Hospitals and Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive, 4802 JPP
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
Toll-free: 1-800-237-1225
cancer-information@uiowa.edu
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