Burkitt's lymphoma
Definitions
Description
A fast-growing cancer of the body's germ- and disease-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system.
Overview
Burkitt's lymphoma is a fast-growing cancer of the body's germ-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system. It is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include fever, night sweats, trouble breathing, swollen lymph nodes and feeling very tired.
Treatments
Treatment includes chemotherapy and other medicines.
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