Guide To The Different Types Of Lymphoma

Other Types Of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

There are, of course, even rarer forms of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Small lymphocytic lymphoma is slow-growing and makes up less than 5 percent of cases. Treatment usually begins at the advanced stages, with chemotherapy being the most common method used. Splenic marginal zone B-cell lymphoma (SMLZ) is slow-growing and affects the blood, bone marrow, and spleen. It is closely linked with hepatitis C infections. Men are most often affected, and typically when they are 65 years old or older. Unfortunately, SMLZ is not usually caught early. Treatment usually includes medication and chemotherapy. However, the spleen can be surgically removed if it gets enlarged and puts too much pressure on nearby organs.