Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Therapeutic area
Hematology
Rare disease
Yes

Definition
Distinct from Hodgkin lymphoma both morphologically and biologically, non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is characterized by the absence of Reed-Sternberg cells, can occur at any age, and usually presents as a localized or generalized lymphadenopathy associated with fever and weight loss. The clinical course varies according to the morphologic type. NHL is clinically classified as indolent, aggressive, or having a variable clinical course. NHL can be of B-or T-/NK-cell lineage.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
Yes
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Therapeutic area
Hematology

  • non-Hodgkin lymphoma
  • NHL
  • non-Hodgkin lymphoma
  • non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
  • non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL)
  • non-Hodgkins lymphoma

Severity
Severe

  • Hematology
  • Oncology

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0005062

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