The Lymphoma Guide Leukemia Lymphoma （淋巴瘤指南白血病淋巴瘤）.pdf

The Lymphoma Guide Information for Patients and Caregivers Ashton, lymphoma survivor This publication was supported in part by grants from Revised 2013 A Message From John Walter President and CEO of The Leukemia Lymphoma Society The Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) wants to bring you the most up-to-date blood cancer information. We know how important it is for you to understand your treatment and support options. With this knowledge, you can work with members of your healthcare team to move forward with the hope of remission and recovery. Our vision is that one day most people who have been diagnosed with lymphoma will be cured or they will be able to manage their disease with good quality of life. We hope that the information in this Guide will help you along your journey. LLS is the world’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, advocacy and patient services. Since its first funding in 1954, LLS has invested almost $1 billion in research specifically targeting blood cancers. We will continue to invest in research for cures and in programs and services that improve the quality of life of people who have lymphoma and their families. We wish you well. John Walter President and CEO Inside This Guide 2 Introduction 3 Here to Help 7 Part 1—Understanding Lymphoma About Marrow, Blood and Blood Cells The Immune System About Lymphoma Choosing a Specialist Ask Your Doctor Pretreatment Considerations 12 Part 2—Hodgkin Lymphoma Signs and Symptoms Diagnosis and Staging