Malt Lymphoma Quiz
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Swollen lymph nodes in the neck
Lymph node swelling that is persistent and increasing in size
Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings in the groin
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There is a lump that can be moved by pressing
There is a lump on the side of the breast
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Learn more about MALT lymphoma
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
MALT lymphoma a form of lymphoma (cancer of lymph system) from any mucosal site frequently the stomach. It arises from the immune cells of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). MALT is lymphoid tissue aggregates found in mucosal membrane like gastrointestinal tract, nose, throat, thyroid, breast, lung, salivary glands, eye, and skin.
History of Helicobacter pylori infection
Upset tummy / upper abdominal discomfort
Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears
Recent weight loss
Fatigue
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose MALT lymphoma
Have you ever been diagnosed with a Helicobacter pylori infection?
Do you have discomfort (but not pain) around the upper part of your abdomen /stomach? Such as an upset tummy?
Do you feel your lymph nodes are swollen and enlarged?
Have you lost weight recently?
Do you feel fatigued?
The majority of cases with MALT lymphoma are cured by antibiotics, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy or a combination of treatments.
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References
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Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
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