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Definitions

Lymphoma


Overview

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, the body's disease-fighting network. The lymphatic system includes the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland, and bone marrow. The main types of lymphoma are Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Treatments

Treatment may involve chemotherapy, medication, radiation therapy, or a bone marrow transplant.