Lymphoma

Among the most treatable cancers in all of medicine — with the right team.

Lymphomas — cancers of the lymphatic system — are a large family of diseases with very different behaviors, from slow-growing types that may only need monitoring to aggressive types that are frequently curable with prompt treatment. Because our physicians are board certified in both hematology and oncology, lymphoma care here is led by exactly the right specialty.

How we approach it

Precise classification

There are dozens of lymphoma types, and the treatment — and outlook — depends entirely on which one you have

Modern therapy

Immunotherapy and antibody-based treatments have joined chemotherapy as standards for many lymphomas

Monitoring when right

Some slow-growing lymphomas are best watched, not treated — sparing you side effects without sacrificing outcomes

What the workup looks like

Getting the type right

Expert pathology review classifies your lymphoma precisely — the foundation every other decision rests on.

Staging

Imaging and labs map where the lymphoma is active and how it's behaving.

Treat or monitor

Aggressive lymphomas usually call for prompt therapy with curative intent; indolent ones may call for watchful waiting. Either way, you'll understand the why.

Common questions

I have a swollen lymph node — is it lymphoma?

Usually not — infections are by far the most common cause. A node that persists for weeks, keeps growing, or comes with night sweats, fevers, or weight loss should be evaluated.

What's the difference between Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma?

They're distinct disease families with different cell types, patterns, and treatments. Hodgkin lymphoma is rarer and among the most curable cancers; non-Hodgkin covers dozens of types ranging from indolent to aggressive.

Is lymphoma curable?

Many types are — aggressive lymphomas are often treated with curative intent, and even incurable indolent types are frequently controlled for many years.

Why would we watch instead of treat?

For some slow-growing lymphomas, early treatment doesn't improve outcomes — it only adds side effects sooner. Watchful waiting is active, structured care, not neglect.

This page is general information, not medical advice for your specific situation. Every cancer — and every patient — is different. Bring your questions to your care team.