Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Hodgkin's lymphoma — formerly known as Hodgkin's disease — is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system. It may affect people of any age, but is most common in people between 20 and 40 years old and those over 55.In Hodgkin's lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow abnormally and may spread beyond it. Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of two common types of cancers of the lymphatic system. The other type, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, is far more common.There are four types of lymphoma: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma Lymphoma. Signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's lymphoma may include: Painless swelling of lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin Persistent fatigue Fever Night sweats Unexplained weight loss. Severe itching Increased sensitivity to the effects of alcohol or pain in your lymph nodes after drinking alcohol. Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any persistent signs or symptoms that worry you. The mutation tells the cell to multiply rapidly, causing many diseased cells that continue multiplying. The mutation causes a large number of oversized, abnormal lymphocytes to accumulate in the lymphatic system, where they crowd out healthy cells and cause the signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's lymphoma.Various types of Hodgkin's lymphoma exist. Your diagnosis is based on the types of cells involved in your disease and their behavior. The type of lymphoma you are diagnosed with determines your treatment options. Factors that can increase the risk of Hodgkin's lymphoma include: Your age. Hodgkin's lymphoma is most often diagnosed in people between 15 and 30 years old and those over 55. A family history of lymphoma. Having a blood relative with Hodgkin's lymphoma or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma increases your risk of developing Hodgkin's lymphoma. Being male. Males are slightly more likely to develop Hodgkin's lymphoma than are females. Past Epstein-Barr infection. People who have had illnesses caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, such as infectious mononucleosis, are more likely to develop Hodgkin's lymphoma than are people who haven't had Epstein-Barr infections.