Hodgkin lymphoma
What is Hodgkin lymphoma?
Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) is a cancer that starts in B cells, which are a type of white blood cell (lymphocyte). The abnormal B cells in HL are called Hodgkin and Reed-Sternberg (HRS) cells.
Risk factors for Hodgkin lymphoma
Risk factors for Hodgkin lymphoma include Epstein-Barr virus, family history and HIV infection. Learn about Hodgkin lymphoma risk.
Symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma
Symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma include swollen lymph nodes, itchy skin, fatigue and B symptoms.
Diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) can be diagnosed or ruled out by tests such as a CT or PET scan, blood tests, a chest x-ray and a biopsy.
Stages of Hodgkin lymphoma
The stage of Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) describes how much cancer is in the body. The Lugano classification is used to stage most cases of HL.
If Hodgkin lymphoma spreads
Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) can spread (metastasize) to other lymph nodes, the spleen, the lungs and the bone marrow.
Prognosis and survival for Hodgkin lymphoma
Prognosis estimates the outcome for Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). There are different prognostic factors for early-stage and advanced HL.
Treatments for Hodgkin lymphoma
Treatments for Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) include chemotherapy, chemoimmunotherapy, radiation therapy and stem cell transplant.
Supportive care for Hodgkin lymphoma
Supportive care for Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) helps people meet physical, practical, emotional and spiritual challenges.
Hodgkin lymphoma statistics
Cancer statistics tell us how many people in Canada are diagnosed with and die from Hodgkin lymphoma in a certain time frame.
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