Symptoms of Hodgkin’s Disease

June 10, 2008 - 7:30am

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Symptoms of Hodgkin’s Disease

]]>Hodgkin’s disease]]> does not usually cause pain. As the disease develops, the following symptoms may occur:

Painless swelling of the lymph nodes, especially in the neck, area of the collarbone, armpit, or groin—Any persistent swelling (lasting more than two weeks) should be examined by your doctor.
Persistent fatigue
Coughing
Unexplained fever
Night sweating
Weight loss
Itching especially after a shower or exposure to heat
Decreased appetite

Swollen Lymph Nodes

References:

Hodgkin lymphoma. National Cancer Institute website. Available at: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/hodgkin . Accessed April 24, 2009.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society website. Available at: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/hm_lls. Accessed April 24, 2009.

Last reviewed April 2009 by ]]>Igor Puzanov, MD]]>

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.