The type of cancer that grows on white blood cells called lymphocytes is called lymphoma. This cancer occurs in the lymph nodes and spreads like a web throughout the body. At the same time, it is the most common type of lymphoma occurring in humans. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma occurs in the lymphatic system and has different subtypes.

The abnormal presence of Reed-Sternberg cell causes non-Hodgkin lymphoma. But the question always arises as to how it can be treated. Some of the most common non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatments include chemotherapy, radiation treatment or stem cell transplant. Sometimes, as a part of non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatment, a doctor may even prescribe some medicines of strong dosages to improve and strengthen the immune system.

The symptoms of non-Hodgkin lymphoma cannot be easily detected. However, some of the common symptoms include:

• Fatigue
• Fever
• Night sweat
• Breathing problems
• Severe chest pains
• On and off painful and swollen lymph nodes of the neck area or in the armpits and sometimes even in the groin

There has been a lot of developments in the research for non-Hodgkin Lymphoma treatments. The extent of the disease can be combated, but sadly it cannot totally be prevented.

What can be done?
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatments include some self-control and care by the patient. A person affected by non-Hodgkins lymphoma should prevent obesity and HIV infection since these make the condition worse. For a successful treatment, one should be cautious not to have unprotected sex and avoid any kind of intravenous drugs.

Keeping body weight in control is another way of dealing with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Along with other non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatments, eating healthy and exercising to keep oneself fit is an essential practice that needs to be followed.

Though there are no total and assured prevention techniques agianst non-Hodgkin lymphoma, some medical treatments along with some healthy habits might lower the risks.