Learn about the signs and symptoms of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) in children and teens. Find out how NHL is tested for, diagnosed, and staged.
Finding lymphoma early often allows for more treatment options. Some early lymphomas may have signs and symptoms that can be noticed, but that is not always the case.
After a lymphoma diagnosis, staging provides important information about the extent of cancer in the body and anticipated response to treatment.
Doctors often use survival rates as a standard way of discussing someone's outlook (prognosis). Some people want to know about survival statistics, while others might not find the numbers helpful, or might even not want to know them.
Here are some questions you can ask the cancer care team to help you better understand your child's diagnosis and treatment options.