Lymphoma is the name for a group of blood cancers that develop in the lymphatic system. The two main types are Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a part of the circulatory system, which defends the body against infections. The lymphatic system is made up of organs, such as spleen and tonsils, lymph vessels and lymph nodes and they circulate lymph, a fluid, which contains lymphocytes that fight bacteria.
In Lymphoma, there is an abnormal growth of the lymphocytes that then begin to accumulate in the lymph nodes of the body or in the spleen. In some cases, it can accumulate in the body outside of the lymphatic system such as in the lungs, bones or the liver.
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