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Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma

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What is Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

A cancer that is caused by being exposed to benzene is Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). This group of cancer starts in cells of the lymph system. They are characterized by the rate they progress. The less aggressive form can be chronic and the more aggressive form can be fatal.

Lymphoma Linked with Benzene Exposure

In 1832, Thomas Hodgkin published the first description of lymphoma. The most common blood cancer is lymphoma and it is also the third most common in childhood. There are three additional types of lymphoma that have been defined by the non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Benzene, a constituent of petrochemical products, found in rubber, drugs and pesticides have been linked to Lymphoma. Lymphoma comes from lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. There have been people who have been exposed to benzene that have developed some type of leukemia and had changed their lives tremendously or even taken lives.

Contact a Medical Attorney

If you think you have been exposed to benzene, or you know someone who might have been around it, contact an experienced attorney. Find one who specializes in benzene cases and will provide you the legal guidance you deserve.