Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) refers to the cancer which is likely to develop in the lymphatic system.
Our body contains several blood cells called the lymphocytes. When these cells become damaged, they multiply uncontrollably and also abnormally increase in size. These enlarged lymph nodes further evolve into painless lumps that are widely known as tumors. As more and more damaged lymphocytes replace the normal ones, the body’s immune system becomes weak and it is no longer able to fight infections and ailments.
Such a physical condition is known as Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The cancer can develop in an individual lymph node, more than one node or any other organ like your liver or spleen. At times, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma develops in several parts of the body simultaneously. In the following section, we will give you a complete insight on this ailment and the things you should know about this.
3Enlarged lymph nodes and swollen belly are common symptoms
Depending on which part of your body has been affected by Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, the symptoms can be varied and diverse.
Of all symptoms, the most common ones are enlarged lymph nodes, slightly swollen belly, immense chest pain, pressure in chest, frequent coughs, shortness of breath, high fever, significant weight loss, hot flushes, night sweats, extreme tiredness and low count of red blood cells. Most people diagnosed with this ailment have also experienced a feeling of being full after taking only a small portion of meal.
Lymphoma in your abdomen eventually becomes soft and swollen. This happens as the lymph nodes in your abdomen enlarge which also results in the building-up of a large amount of fluid. This causes your belly to be swollen and as the spleen is relatively larger, it makes you full even after having small portions.
