Before
Diagnosis |
"Although the finding of lymphadenopathy
[enlarged lymph nodes] sometimes raises fears about serious illness,
it is usually a result of benign infectious causes"
Before the biopsy:
Inquire if the
extra tissue can be snap frozen.
See Centers Advancing Translational Research for
centers that specialize in this
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Following Diagnosis |
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Guidelines at Diagnosis
what you need to know and do when
first diagnosed with
lymphoma.
Considerations
at relapse
guidelines for
patients, by patients
About
Watchful Waiting
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Encouragement
lymphomas are treatable, some types are
curable, even at advanced stages.
Support
Groups
how to subscribe
to various groups. It's easy.
Patient Stories
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Treatment
support
How to reduce risk treatment-related complications
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Background |
What's
Lymphoma ... Brochure
| More detail
understanding lymphoma starts with a basic
understanding of cancer
Understanding Grade and Stage
The
Lymphatic
system
Symptoms of
lymphoma and how to describe symptoms to your doctor
Types
of lymphoma - resource pages on the subtypes of lymphoma. (Please use Ask Question above if your subtype is not yet included.)
Prognostic
factors that may predict response to
treatment Also describes limitations of
statistical information.
Experts
on Lymphomas
Tests
used to diagnose and monitor disease, or judge response to
treatments |
Evaluating
Medical Claims
identifying sources of bias, conflict
of interest, strong and weak evidence (such as
testimonials)
Testimonials
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PDF
"Testimonials on the other hand are stories put forth as *evidence* that a choice led to an outcome. The intent is to persuade and promote a medical practice, often one that
is not yet proven"
Big
Pharma Conspiracy?
When
Lay Persons Give Medical Advice
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Treatment
Background
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 Treatment
decisions - factors that can influence treatment goal, type, and timing
When
to treat? Watch & Wait?
What are some of the signs and symptoms that may
indicate a need to begin treating indolent lymphomas?
Overcoming
Drug Resistance
Considerations
at Relapse
guidelines for
patients, by patients
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Remission
and Response
terms that describe disease
state,
and response to treatment.
Treatment
support
How to reduce risk treatment-related complications
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Treatments
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Treatments
for Lymphoma
Treatment
support
How to reduce risk treatment-related complications |
Emerging
Treatments
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