In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains possible warning signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's lymphoma a cancer that starts in white blood cells called lymphocytes. it is also called a cancer of the lymphatic system. We also will cover causes, investigations and what happens when you go to see your doctor.

WHAT ARE POTENTIAL SYMPTOMS OF HODGKIN LYMPHOMA?

According to NHS UK "The most common symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma is a swelling in the neck, armpit or groin. The swelling is usually painless, although some people find that it aches.

The swelling is caused by an excess of affected lymphocytes (white blood cells) collecting in a lymph node (also called lymph glands). Lymph nodes are peasized lumps of tissue found throughout the body. They contain white blood cells that help to fight infection."

REMEMBER JUST BECAUSE YOU HAVE SWOLLEN LYMPH NODES DOES NOT MEAN YOU NECESSARILY HAVE HODGKIN LYMPHOMA. Lymph nodes are commonly swollen after an infection, but if they persist, get bigger, or don't go down after a few weeks you should see your doctor.

Some more general symptoms can include:

night sweats
unintentional weight loss
a high temperature (fever)
a persistent cough or feeling of breathlessness
persistent itching of the skin all over the body

A few people with lymphoma have abnormal cells in their bone marrow when they're diagnosed. This may lead to:

persistent tiredness or fatigue
an increased risk of infections
excessive bleeding – such as nosebleeds, heavy periods and spots of blood under the skin
Sometimes, people with Hodgkin lymphoma have pain in their lymph glands when they drink alcohol.

SEE YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE ABOVE SYMPTOMS

IMPORTANT:

Many of these symptoms are very common and can be caused by different conditions. Having them does not definitely mean you have HODGKIN LYMPHOMA. But it's important to get them checked by a DOCTOR. This is because if they're caused by cancer, finding it early may mean it's easier to treat.

Content and TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction
00:18 What is Hodgkin lymphoma?
01:11 Potential symptoms & signs of Hodgkin lymphoma
03:15 When to see your doctor

Tips on getting the most out of your doctors appointment:

Write down your symptoms including when they started, when they happen and how often you have them.
Write down anything that makes them worse or better.
Tell your doctor if you are worried about cancer.
Tell them if you have any family history of cancer.
Take a friend or relative along for support they could also ask questions and take notes to help you remember what the doctor says.
Ask the doctor to explain anything you don’t understand.
Ask the doctor to write things down for you if you think it might help.


Further information on Hodgkin lymphoma and trusted sources:

Information from Cancer Research UK: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/abou...

NHS information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hodgkin...

Mayo Clinic information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseasesc...

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