Lymphoma Treatment
The lymphatic system performs the role of protecting the body from infection and is comprised of a network of cells found in the spleen, bone marrow, lymph nodes, intestines, and skin. When a person is diagnosed with lymphoma (cancer of the lymphatic system), there is the possibility of the cancer developing almost anywhere in the body.
The disease is highly treatable especially at an early stage, and lymphoma treatment could be limited to chemotherapy or radiation. However, each patient is different and a treatment solution for one person might not be the best for someone else. The physicians at the Cancer Center of Southern California, who are considered among the most qualified in the field of cancer and specialists in chemotherapy, consider a treatment plan a delicate balance of science and art.
Two Types of Lymphoma
Lymphoma is divided into two types: Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s . Each behalves differently and develops in different areas of the body. Some of the characteristics of these two cancers include:
Hodgkin’s Disease
Tends to develop in either young adults from 15 to 35 or older adults over 50 and is known to affect more men than women.
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Considered the seventh most frequently diagnosed type of cancer and occurs more frequently than Hodgkin’s.
Chemotherapy is often the most frequently recommended treatment for either lymphoma, but before any recommendations are made, doctors carefully evaluate the disease and its cellular origin.
Recommended Lymphoma Treatment
There are numerous variables that determine which lymphoma treatment to recommend. Some of the factors evaluated include the type of lymphoma, severity and stage of the disease, and personal preferences. Similar to other cancers, treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation, or biological therapy.
In the oncology community, the physicians at the Cancer Center of Southern California are recognized for their leadership in developing targeted, individualized chemotherapy options for their patients. They have been instrumental in introducing innovative drug therapies which they make available through clinical trials to their patients.
Contact Our Lymphoma Specialists
Lymphoma is a complex cancer that requires treatment from oncologists who specialize in cancer care. The doctors at the Cancer Center of Southern Californiaare renowned for their expertise in medically advanced solutions through novel drug therapies, clinical trials, and extensive experience. Call today at 310-552-9999 to schedule a consultation.
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