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Lymphoma is a general term for a group of cancers that originate in the lymphatic system. The lymphomas are divided into two major categories: Hodgkin lymphoma and all other lymphomas, called non-Hodgkin lymphomas.
Hodgkin lymphoma was named for Thomas Hodgkin, an English physician who described several cases of the disease in 1832. Hodgkin lymphoma will represent about 11.5 percent of all lymphomas diagnosed in 2005.
About 63,740 Americans will be diagnosed with lymphoma in 2005. This figure includes approximately 7,350 new cases of Hodgkin lymphoma (3,980 males and 3,370 females), and 56,390 new cases of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (29,070 males and 27,320 females).
Lymphomas are cancers that begin by the malignant transformation of a lymphocyte in the lymphatic system. The prefix "lymph-" indicates their origin in the malignant change of a lymphocyte and the suffix "-oma" is derived from the Greek word meaning "tumor".
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Official Podcast
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- Lymphoma Research Foundation of America
- Promotes and supports research aimed at more effective and safe treatment.
- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
- Fighting leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma.
- Lymphoma Foundation Canada
- Provides support for those facing the disease and to those undertaking research in the diagnosis, treatment and possible cure.
- Lymphoma Focus
- Resource for many aspects of lymphoma including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and webcasts.
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Care
- A lymphocytic leukemia and non-Hodgkins lymphoma cancer resource which is oriented to treatment options.
- University of Medicine of New Jersey: Lymphoma Tutorial
- Covers biology and diagnosis. Aimed at health professionals and motivated others.
- Cancer.gov: Lymphoma
- Online resource from the U.S. National Cancer Institute addressing many aspects of the disease such as diagnosis, risk factors and treatment options.
- General Practice Notebook: Lymphoma
- Clinically-oriented information about the different types.
- Lymphomation
- Non-profit provides information and support for patients and caregivers. Headquartered in Staten Island, New York.
- Lymphoma Survivors Network
- A resource for finding websites written by survivors.
- Lymphoma.com
- Presents resources related to these conditions including news, FAQ and a message board.
- eMedicine Health: Lymphoma
- Consumer health resource providing an overview of causes, symptoms and treatment.
- Cancer Treatment Centers of America: Lymphoma
- Provides overview information about Hodgkins and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.
- MEDLINEplus: Lymphoma
- National Library of Medicine resource addresses issues in a links format including prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Michigan: Lymphoma Clinic
- Provides general information as well as touching on clinic activity, physicians and staff, clinical trials and support.
- The Lymphoma Foundation
- Non-profit raises funds for patient care and cancer research. Located in New York City.
- Mark Fisher Trust
- UK entity aimed at raising funds for lymphoma research. Located in London.
- Lymphoma Information Network
- Information about the many forms of lymphoma and their treatment in adults and children.
- Lymphoma Support Ireland
- Non-profit offers information, patient stories and support for Irish patients and their families.
- eMedicine: Thyroid Lymphoma
- Details the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this malignancy.
- Lymphoma Health Center
- Yahoo site that offers basic facts, and addresses cause, diagnosis, care and treatment.
- Hodgkins Lens on Squidoo
- A great lens on Hodgkins Disease
- HealthTalk Lymphoma Education Network - Your guide to lymphoma symptoms, treatments and resources.
- Healthtalk - Lymphoma page
- JGibson: Living with Lymphoma
- Living with Lymphoma
I have had Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma since the spring of 1992. I have lived a normal and happy life during the nearly nine years since then, and hope to continue to do so for a very long time.Looking for information on this disease, and for other people who have it, was what got me - ECaP
- Cancer retreats
- Hodgkin's Disease - Squidoo Lens
- Another lens on Squidoo focused on Hodgkin's Disease
Life with Lymphoma
Life with Lymphoma Blog - thanks to Dale for the reference.
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Living with Lymphoma: A Patient's Guide
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Ioachim's Lymph Node Pathology
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Bald in the Land of Big Hair: A True Story
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