For some patients with slow-growing, indolent lymphomas, the best first step is careful monitoring rather than immediate treatment. This resource explains what active surveillance means, how it works, and what patients can expect during regular checkups. It also covers the signs and symptoms that may signal it's time to begin treatment, along with questions to bring to your care team.
Hodgkin lymphoma accounts for about 10% of all lymphomas in the United States and is most commonly diagnosed in young adults. This resource covers the essentials: what Hodgkin lymphoma is, how it develops, and what treatment options are available. It also includes a clinical trial overview and a list of questions to bring to your healthcare team as you navigate your care.
Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays or other forms of radiation to target and destroy lymphoma cells, and it plays a role in treating both Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This resource explains the different types of radiation therapy, how treatment is administered, and what patients can expect in terms of side effects. It also covers radioimmunotherapy, an approach that pairs a radioactive substance with a targeted antibody to deliver radiation directly to cancer cells.
El cumplimiento del Tratamiento oral para el linfoma Download © 2026 Lymphoma Research Foundation Última actualización en 2024 La Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) publica la serie de hojas informativas Comprender el linfoma con el propósito de informar y educar a…
Many lymphoma treatments can now be taken at home in pill or capsule form, rather than through an IV at a treatment center. This resource explains how oral anticancer agents work, how they compare to IV therapy, and what patients need to know about staying on schedule with their medication. It also covers practical topics like managing side effects, avoiding drug interactions, and navigating insurance and out-of-pocket costs.
Eating well during lymphoma treatment can make a real difference in how patients feel and recover. This resource covers the key food groups, hydration, and nutrients that support the body through chemotherapy and other treatments. It also includes practical guidance on what to eat and what to avoid, with tips for managing common side effects like nausea, mouth sores, and appetite loss.
Measurable Residual Disease (MRD) Understanding Lymphoma and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Download © 2024 Lymphoma Research Foundation Last updated May 2024 Understanding Lymphoma and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) is published by the Lymphoma Research Foundation for the purpose of informing…
After initial treatment, some patients with lymphoma may be recommended for maintenance therapy to help keep the disease in remission. This resource explains what maintenance therapy is, how it differs from frontline treatment, and which lymphoma subtypes it is most commonly used for. It also includes a list of questions patients can bring to their care team to better understand whether maintenance therapy is the right next step for them.
Cancer-related fatigue is a level of tiredness that is a persistent, whole-body exhaustion that rest and sleep can't fix. This resource explains what causes it, how it differs from ordinary tiredness, and why it's one of the most common and disruptive symptoms patients experience during and after treatment. It also offers practical tips for managing energy levels day to day, along with an overview of treatment options available to help.
Entendiendo los Linfomas de Células T Download © 2025 Lymphoma Research FoundationAviso: La Lymphoma Research Foundation es una organización nacional sin fines de lucro con sede en los Estados Unidos (EE. UU.) que cuenta con programas y recursos educativos destinados…
