What is Hodgkin's Lymphoma?
Hodgkin's lymphoma, also known as Hodgkin's disease, is a type of lymphoma first described by Thomas Hodgkin in 1832. Hodgkin's lymphoma is characterized clinically by the orderly spread of disease from one lymph node group to another and by the development of systemic symptoms with advanced disease. Pathologically, the disease is characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells. Hodgkin's lymphoma was one of the first cancers to be rendered curable by combination chemotherapy. (photo of the Reed-Sternberg cells pictured upper-left)
Stages of Hodgkin's Lymphoma
What is the color ribbon for Hodgkin's Lymphoma?
Violet or Lime Green?
Violet was chosen to be the color to represent Hodgkin's Lymphoma by the website CureHodgkin's and the Violet Ribbon Campaign in 2001. However, the color lime green also represents all lymphomas including both Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. There have been a few debates as to which color to wear to represent Hodgkin's Lymphoma, but the consensus is that both violet or lime green can represent Hodgkin's Lymphoma. It is a personal choice, although violet has become very popular with Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivors who prefer their own color be represented and to also respectfully honor the Violet Ribbon Campaign founded by the late Matthew Terry.Visit The Hodgkin's Lymphoma Awareness Shop
I Wear Violet Ribbon To Support Hodgkin's Lymphoma Awareness Shirts, Apparel & Gifts
Support Hodgkin's Lymphoma Awareness
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More About Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Links to related Hodgkin's Lymphoma websites
- What You Need To Know About Hodgkin's Disease
- Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Hodgkin's disease. NIH Publication No. 99-1555
- Hodgkin's Lymphoma Information
- National Cancer Institute information on Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- Understanding Hodgkin's Disease -- Basic Information
- Learn basic information on Hodgkin's disease from the experts at WebMD.
- Lymphoma Research Foundation
- Working to cure lymphoma
- Medical Encyclopedia: Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Detailed information about Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- What Is Hodgkin's Disease?
- Brought to you by the American Cancer Society
- Hodgkin's Disease (Adult) Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Find out more about Hodgkin's disease, a cancer of the lymphatic system.
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
- Fighting leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma.
Coping Skills
Strategies to make dealing with cancer easier
A diagnosis of cancer can be extremely challenging. Remember that no matter what your concerns or prognosis, you're not alone. The following strategies and resources may make dealing with cancer easier:
Know what to expect - Find out everything you can about your cancer: the type, the stage, your treatment options and their side effects. The more you know, the more active you can be in your own care. In addition to talking with your doctor, look for information in your local library and on the Internet. The National Cancer Institute answers questions from the public and can be reached at (800) 422-6237. Or you can contact the American Cancer Society at (800) 227-2345.
Be proactive - Although you may feel tired and discouraged, don't let others - including your family or your doctor - make important decisions for you. It's vital that you take an active role in your treatment.
Maintain a strong support system - Having a support system and a positive attitude can help you cope with any issues, pain and anxieties that might occur. Although friends and family can be your best allies, they sometimes may have trouble dealing with your illness. If so, the concern and understanding of a formal support group or others coping with cancer can be especially helpful. Although support groups aren't for everyone, they can be a good source for practical information. You may also find you develop deep and lasting bonds with people who are going through the same things you are.
Set reasonable goals - Having goals helps you feel in control and can give you a sense of purpose. But don't choose goals you can't possibly reach. You may not be able work a 40-hour week, for example, but you may be able to work at least part time. In fact, many people find that continuing to work can be helpful.
Take time for yourself - Eating well, relaxing and getting enough rest can help combat the stress and fatigue of cancer. Also, plan for the downtimes when you may need to rest more or limit what you do.
Stay active - Receiving a diagnosis of cancer doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you enjoy or normally do. For the most part, if you feel well enough to do something, go ahead and do it. It's important to stay involved as much as you can.
Know what to expect - Find out everything you can about your cancer: the type, the stage, your treatment options and their side effects. The more you know, the more active you can be in your own care. In addition to talking with your doctor, look for information in your local library and on the Internet. The National Cancer Institute answers questions from the public and can be reached at (800) 422-6237. Or you can contact the American Cancer Society at (800) 227-2345.
Be proactive - Although you may feel tired and discouraged, don't let others - including your family or your doctor - make important decisions for you. It's vital that you take an active role in your treatment.
Maintain a strong support system - Having a support system and a positive attitude can help you cope with any issues, pain and anxieties that might occur. Although friends and family can be your best allies, they sometimes may have trouble dealing with your illness. If so, the concern and understanding of a formal support group or others coping with cancer can be especially helpful. Although support groups aren't for everyone, they can be a good source for practical information. You may also find you develop deep and lasting bonds with people who are going through the same things you are.
Set reasonable goals - Having goals helps you feel in control and can give you a sense of purpose. But don't choose goals you can't possibly reach. You may not be able work a 40-hour week, for example, but you may be able to work at least part time. In fact, many people find that continuing to work can be helpful.
Take time for yourself - Eating well, relaxing and getting enough rest can help combat the stress and fatigue of cancer. Also, plan for the downtimes when you may need to rest more or limit what you do.
Stay active - Receiving a diagnosis of cancer doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you enjoy or normally do. For the most part, if you feel well enough to do something, go ahead and do it. It's important to stay involved as much as you can.
Lymphoma Books
Living with Lymphoma: A Patient's Guide
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Surviving Has Made Me Crazy
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Keep Climbing: How I Beat Cancer and Reached the Top of the World
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Look Out Cancer, Here I Come: How I Beat the Odds and Came Out a Winner
Amazon Price: $19.95 (as of 10/12/2008)
Magical Story: A Teenager's Inspiring Battle Over Hodgkin's Disease
Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 10/12/2008)
Chemo Links
- ABVD chemotherapy : Cancerbackup
- This information is about a chemotherapy treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma (a type of cancer of the lymphatic system) called ABVD.
Lymphoma Glossary-Terms
- Cancer Dictionary
- Contains more than 4,000 terms related to cancer and medicine.
I Wear Lime Green Ribbon To Support All Lymphomas
Support Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
These "I Wear Lime Green" Lymphoma shirts are ideal to wear during Lymphoma Awareness Month in September, cancer awareness events, Lymphoma awareness events, cancer functions, cancer get-togethers, support group meetings or anytime to raise support and awareness for both Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Awareness. We offer customization and personalization of any of our awareness shirts. Please refer your friend and family to Hope & Dreams Cancer Awareness T-Shirt Shop and visit our main store at www.hopedreamsdesigns.com. Click below to view each "I Wear Lime Green" shirts and apparel:
Tips - Miscellaneous Links
- Financial Assistance Programs
- Financial Assistance Programs for Chemotherapy Medications and Treatment
- CancerCare : Practical Tips for People with Cancer and Loved Ones
- CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services for anyone affected by cancer.
- Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- For people with Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- Look Good...Feel Better
- Look Good, Feel Better helps women offset appearance-related changes from cancer treatment.
- Understanding Blood Counts
- Blood counts are closely monitored in patients with cancer, and precautions should be taken when counts are low.
- Nutrition for Strength When You're Not Well
- When you're battling arthritis, cancer, depression, and other conditions that can affect appetite, what you eat and when you eat it can preserve strength, boost immunity, and help you feel better -- quicker.
- Patient Advocate Foundation
- A National Network for Access to Care, Job Retention, Appeals, Education for Health Care
- ACS : I Can Cope Online
- The American Cancer Society's complimentary, interactive online I Can Cope classes are a quick, convenient way to answer questions.
- On the job with cancer
- Managing common workplace challenges
How You Can Help Your Doctor
A List
1. Pay attention to your presenting sign(s) and symptom(s). Pay attention to the location, duration, and character of the discomfort. Also record what brings the symptom(s) on, what relieves them, and what makes them worse.
2. List past and current medical diagnosis such as other malignancies, renal failure, hypertension, heart failure, or diabetes.
3. List past surgeries, diagnostic procedures (mammogram, chest X-rays, CT scans, etc.), and hospitalizations. Bring all diagnostic films, clinical and hospitalization records, and procedure reports if you have.
4. List all medications and their dosing information. You should include all prescription and over-the-counter medications, dietary supplements, herbs, and vitamins. If you have any questions about the medications you are taking, bring the medications with you to show your physician.
5. List all drug and food allergies if you have. Describe the detailed symptom(s) (skin rash, edema, etc.) of the allergy to your physician.
2. List past and current medical diagnosis such as other malignancies, renal failure, hypertension, heart failure, or diabetes.
3. List past surgeries, diagnostic procedures (mammogram, chest X-rays, CT scans, etc.), and hospitalizations. Bring all diagnostic films, clinical and hospitalization records, and procedure reports if you have.
4. List all medications and their dosing information. You should include all prescription and over-the-counter medications, dietary supplements, herbs, and vitamins. If you have any questions about the medications you are taking, bring the medications with you to show your physician.
5. List all drug and food allergies if you have. Describe the detailed symptom(s) (skin rash, edema, etc.) of the allergy to your physician.
The Hodgkin's Lymphoma Violet Ribbon Awareness Shop
New website: www.thehodgeshop.com
We are happy to announce to the Hodgkin's Lymphoma community that we have created a website specifically for our Hodgkin's Lymphoma T-shirts
and apparel called "The Hodgkin's Lymphoma Violet Ribbon Awareness Shop". Although we have a cafepress store, we thought a separate website that caters to the Hodgkin's community would better serve our community and bring awareness to this misunderstood cancer.
and apparel called "The Hodgkin's Lymphoma Violet Ribbon Awareness Shop". Although we have a cafepress store, we thought a separate website that caters to the Hodgkin's community would better serve our community and bring awareness to this misunderstood cancer.
We chose the color Violet to represent Hodgkin's Lymphoma per the non-profit organization, Curehodgkin's adoption of the color Violet in 2001 and its mission to have violet ribbons serve as an official symbol of unification for Hodgkin's Lymphoma patients, survivors and their families. We are raising funds for Hodgkin's Lymphoma research through the sales of the Hodgkin's t-shirts and apparel from our awareness shop. Our Hodgkin's awareness shop's new website is www.thehodgeshop.com
Consequently, we have received many emails from Hodgkin's survivors and their families who were not aware that an awareness shop for Hodgkin's
Lymphoma existed and who were happy to find us. It is important to spread the word about this shop to bring awareness to Hodgkin's Lymphoma, a cancer that does not get much attention and most importantly, to help raise funds for Lymphoma research.
Lymphoma Awareness T-Shirts
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Notable Hodgkin's Lymphoma Cases / Celebrities
Source: Wiki
Richard Harris died of Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2002
Former NHL star Mario Lemieux was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in January 1993.
Lynden David Hall died of Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2006.
Barry Watson, actor from 7th Heaven television series survived Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Paul Allen, Microsoft co-founder, was diagnosed and treated for Hodgkin's lymphoma in 1983.
Delta Goodrem, Australian singer, was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in July 2003.
Former head of NBC Entertainment, Brandon Tartikoff, died in 1997 after a 25 year battle with Hodgkin's disease.
Senator Arlen Specter (R-PA) was diagnosed with Phase IVB Hodgkin's Disease in 2005, underwent 5 months of chemotherapy, and received a clean bill of health.
British actor Roger Tonge died of Hodgkin's Disease in 1981, aged just 35.
WWE wrestler Rowdy Roddy Piper.
John Millington Synge, Irish author, died in 1909 from the disease.
Dinu Lipatti, the Romanian pianist, died of Hodgkin's disease in 1950, 33 years old.
Wayne Shelford, aka 'Buck' Shelford, former All Black rugby player for New Zealand.
Elizabeth Madox Roberts, a noted Kentucky poet and novelist, died from Hodgkin's in 1941.
Joy Hester, a noted Australian artist, died from Hodgkin's in 1960.
Former NHL star Mario Lemieux was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in January 1993.
Lynden David Hall died of Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2006.
Barry Watson, actor from 7th Heaven television series survived Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Paul Allen, Microsoft co-founder, was diagnosed and treated for Hodgkin's lymphoma in 1983.
Delta Goodrem, Australian singer, was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in July 2003.
Former head of NBC Entertainment, Brandon Tartikoff, died in 1997 after a 25 year battle with Hodgkin's disease.
Senator Arlen Specter (R-PA) was diagnosed with Phase IVB Hodgkin's Disease in 2005, underwent 5 months of chemotherapy, and received a clean bill of health.
British actor Roger Tonge died of Hodgkin's Disease in 1981, aged just 35.
WWE wrestler Rowdy Roddy Piper.
John Millington Synge, Irish author, died in 1909 from the disease.
Dinu Lipatti, the Romanian pianist, died of Hodgkin's disease in 1950, 33 years old.
Wayne Shelford, aka 'Buck' Shelford, former All Black rugby player for New Zealand.
Elizabeth Madox Roberts, a noted Kentucky poet and novelist, died from Hodgkin's in 1941.
Joy Hester, a noted Australian artist, died from Hodgkin's in 1960.
