A cancer diagnosis is a tough thing to face, but we’re here for you from the first diagnosis and staging to treatment and even beyond.
Any cancer diagnosis can be unsettling, but a lymphoma diagnosis also carries with it the confusion surrounding all of its different terms. At INTEGRIS Health we’re here to help you through every single stage, and that begins with helping you understand lymphoma. Multiple myeloma is considered a type of lymphoma, but the two primary types are Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Many cases of Hodgkin’s lymphoma are associated with HIV/AIDS or the Epstein-Barr virus, and have slightly better survival rates than non-Hodgkin’s varieties, but the vast majority of lymphomas – about 90% – are categorized as non-Hodgkin’s.
At INTEGRIS Health, we’re here for you every step of the way, from the first diagnosis and staging to treatment and even beyond – with rehabilitation designed specifically for cancer survivors.
Lymphoma treatment used to mean dozens of appointments at different facilities with multiple specialists, but with our Multidisciplinary Cancer Clinic, the process is streamlined. We gather our physicians and specialists in one room to decide the best course of treatment for you. That means the time you have to spend between diagnosis and treatment is dramatically reduced.
We know this can be a challenging time, so please ask your physician about any concerns or questions you might have.
If you think you may be suffering from lymphoma, it’s best to talk with your physician. Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma both cause similar symptoms, but they could also be caused by a variety of other health problems, and only a doctor can accurately diagnose their cause. Some of these symptoms include:
If your doctor thinks you might have lymphoma, exams and tests will be required to reach an accurate diagnosis. This begins with your physician asking questions about your health history, symptoms, risk factors and family history of disease, and may continue with more in-depth tests:
Several types of treatment can be used for lymphoma. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type and stage of your cancer. Other important factors include your age, overall health and what side effects you find acceptable. Your doctor can answer any questions or concerns you have.
At INTEGRIS, we offer a wide variety of support programs and services along with the Troy and Dollie Smith Wellness Center to help patients with lymphoma and their loved ones manage the physical and emotional effects of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Support services for lymphoma include:
