Guide To The Different Types Of Lymphoma

Follicular Lymphoma

The next most common form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma is follicular lymphoma. It accounts for 20 percent of all cases. This type affects the white blood cells. It is slow-growing, which is good news. Women are the most affected, and the median age is 60 years old, according to experts. Unfortunately, follicular lymphoma does not often show symptoms until it is stage 3 or 4. When symptoms do appear, the first is painless swelling in the lymph nodes. This is followed by shortness of breath, appetite loss, and fatigue.

When tumors in this type of lymphoma are localized and have not spread, chemotherapy and radiation are the best treatment options. Unfortunately, advanced follicular lymphoma is not curable. The average survival time for patients is 20 years.