Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a part of the body's immune system that helps fight infection and disease. When NHL affects the intrathoracic lymph nodes, it means that the cancer is located in the lymph nodes within the chest cavity.
While there are many types of NHL, the term "unspecified" means that the specific type of NHL affecting the intrathoracic lymph nodes cannot be determined. This can make it more difficult to determine the best course of treatment for the patient.
Some common symptoms of NHL affecting the intrathoracic lymph nodes include coughing, difficulty breathing, chest pain, and fatigue. Diagnosis may involve imaging tests, such as a chest X-ray, CT scan, or PET scan, as well as a biopsy of the affected lymph node.
Once the stage of the cancer has been determined, a treatment plan can be developed. Treatment options for NHL affecting the intrathoracic lymph nodes may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of both. Other treatments, such as targeted therapy or immunotherapy, may also be used depending on the specific type and stage of NHL.
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, a network of vessels and organs responsible for fighting infections and diseases in the body. When cancer cells start to grow uncontrollably in the lymphatic system, they can form tumors, causing symptoms such as swelling in the lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, fatigue, and weight loss. If you have been diagnosed wit...
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