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.
4Lymphoma can also occur in your brain
Also known as the primary brain lymphomas, this cancer cell is likely to cause headache, weakness in several parts of your body, seizures and personality changes. This can also affect your cognitive abilities and cause trouble while you think. There are also other variants of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma that can spread from the parts around your spinal cord and brain. This leads to double vision, numbness in the face and issues while speaking.
