Lymphoma
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Seeking medical evaluation is important when swollen lymph nodes that do not go away, night sweats, or unexplained fatigue appear, as they could be related to lymphoma.
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system, a network of organs and vessels that is part of the body's defenses.
Possible signs: Swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, or weight loss, although many of these symptoms also appear in benign conditions.
Who treats it? Hematology and oncology are the specialties in charge of its study and management. If you notice any of these signs persistently, the most prudent course is to discuss it with a professional who can evaluate you.
Data on 1,171 doctors who treat lymphoma
Which specialist treats lymphoma?
Lymphoma should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician; an oncologist or a hematologist, who specializes in blood disorders, should confirm the diagnosis and provide specialized treatment. A general surgeon may perform a biopsy. See a doctor if you have persistent swollen lymph nodes, fever, or unexplained weight loss.
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Doctors specialized in lymphoma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is lymphoma?
Seeking medical evaluation is important when swollen lymph nodes that do not go away, night sweats, or unexplained fatigue appear, as they could be related to lymphoma.
Which doctor treats lymphoma?
Lymphoma should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician; an oncologist or a hematologist, who specializes in blood disorders, should confirm the diagnosis and provide specialized treatment. A general surgeon may perform a biopsy. See a doctor if you have persistent swollen lymph nodes, fever, or unexplained weight loss.