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Definition of Hodgkin lymphoma: A cancer of the immune system that is marked by the presence of a type of cell called the Reed-Sternberg cell. The two major types of Hodgkin lymphoma are classical Hodgkin lymphoma and nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma. Symptoms include the painless enlargement of lymph nodes, spleen, or other immune tissue. Other symptoms include fever, weight loss, fatigue, or night sweats. Also called Hodgkin disease.


Estimated new cases and deaths from Hodgkin lymphoma in the United States in 2011:

New cases: 8,830
Deaths: 1,300

See the online booklet What You Need To Know About™ Hodgkin Lymphoma to learn about Hodgkin's lymphoma symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask the doctor.
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Drugs Approved for Hodgkin Lymphoma
Survivors of Hodgkin Lymphoma May Face Increased Risk of Stroke
Metastatic Cancer

Prevention, Genetics, Causes
Information related to prevention, genetics, and risk factors
Risk of Solid Tumors for Hodgkin Survivors
Understanding Gene Testing
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Clinical Trials
Information and current news about clinical trials and trial-related data
Hodgkin Lymphoma Trial Results
Childhood Cancer Trial Results
Children's Assent to Clinical Trial Participation
How to Find a Cancer Treatment Trial
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