Lymphoma
A group of cancers, lymphoma affects the vital cells that protect you from infection and disease. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma and Hodgkins disease are common types of this cancer.
To fight infection, your lymph system extends through most of your body, which is why lymphoma can spread easily. If you notice swollen lymph nodes, unexplained weight loss and extreme fatigue, visit your doctor. Early detection and treatment is key to fighting lymphoma, which can be detected through blood work or a biopsy.
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- Q How should I prepare for an appointment to diagnose Sezary syndrome?
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You can prepare for your appointment to diagnose Sezary syndrome by being aware of any restrictions, dietary or otherwise, that you should follow in the days and hours leading up to your appointment. Make a list of all of your symptoms, even those that... Full Answer
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- Q How do I manage my Sezary syndrome on a daily basis?
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Sezary syndrome is difficult to treat, but is fortunately a slow-growing form of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. You can live for years with this type of cancer. Your doctor can prescribe medications to help relieve your symptoms and the side effects of... Full Answer
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- Q Should I talk to my doctor about my Sezary syndrome symptoms?
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The symptoms of Sezary syndrome are often painful. Sezary syndrome weakens your immune system, leaving you at risk for dangerous infections. Treatment can help you live with the disorder. Speak to your doctor about your symptoms. Full Answer
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- Q How is Sezary syndrome related to mycosis fungoides?
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Those with mycosis fungoides sometimes develop Sezary syndrome. Some doctors think that Sezary syndrome is a later stage of the similar lymphoma mycosis fungoides. Others believe that the two diseases are separate forms of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.... Full Answer
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- Q Does Sezary syndrome affect children differently than adults?
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Sezary syndrome and other forms of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma do not typically affect children. They mostly occur in older adults. Men over the age of 50 are most at risk. Full Answer
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- Q What are the phases of Sezary syndrome?
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The first phase of Sezary syndrome is the premycotic phase. In this phase, a red, rough rash appears on the skin. The rash is often confined to parts of the body that are not normally exposed to the sun. This phase can last for years. The second phase is... Full Answer
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- Q How does a tissue biopsy help diagnose Sezary syndrome?
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If you have patches, plaques or other growths on your skin, a biopsy can help your doctor determine if they are the result of Sezary syndrome. A biopsy allows your oncologist to examine a tissue sample to determine if it is cancerous. He often checks for... Full Answer
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- Q How does a peripheral blood smear diagnose Sezary syndrome?
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A peripheral blood smear can help oncologists diagnose Sezary syndrome by determining if your blood cells look normal or cancerous. Your doctor will take a blood sample and examine the red and white blood cells, as well as the platelets, using a... Full Answer
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- Q How could stem cell transplants help to treat Sezary syndrome?
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Stem cell transplants could help to treat Sezary syndrome by giving your body the means to build a new immune system. Chemotherapy and radiation treatment can damage healthy cells, including your stem cells, which produce new blood cells. Implanting stem... Full Answer
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- Q What are the treatment options for Sezary syndrome?
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Sezary syndrome is difficult to treat. Skin symptoms are treated with topical chemotherapy or ultraviolet light therapy. Electron beam radiation or chemotherapy drugs administered intravenously may help to eliminate cancerous T-cell lymphocytes.... Full Answer
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