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Hodgkin lymphoma
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What type of cancer develops in the lymphatic system?
Hodgkin lymphoma
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In which system does Hodgkin lymphoma develop?
In the
lymphatic system
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What type of cells start as malignant in Hodgkin lymphoma?
13
-
lymphocytes
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How do malignant lymphocytes behave in Hodgkin lymphoma?
They collect in certain parts of the
lymphatic system
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What medical condition can weaken the immune system in Hodgkin lymphoma patients?
A medical condition
that
weakens
the
immune
system
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What type of medication can weaken the immune system in Hodgkin lymphoma patients?
Immunosuppressive
medication
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What is a common symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma related to weight?
Unintentional
weight loss
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What is a symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma that affects temperature?
Fever
and
night sweats
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What is a common respiratory symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma?
Persistent
cough
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What skin symptom can occur in Hodgkin lymphoma?
Itching
of the skin
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What are the treatment options for Hodgkin lymphoma?
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Biological medications
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What type of therapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells in Hodgkin lymphoma?
Chemotherapy
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What is the purpose of radiation therapy in Hodgkin lymphoma treatment?
To kill cancer cells with
high-energy
rays
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What type of medications are used in biological therapy for Hodgkin lymphoma?
Biological
medications
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What is a potential cause of Hodgkin lymphoma related to blood cells?
Change in the DIVEL
of a type of
white blood cell
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What type of white blood cell is associated with Hodgkin lymphoma?
B-lymphocytes
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What are the common symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma?
Unintentional
weight loss
Fever
and
night
sweats
Persistent
cough
Itching
of the skin
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