Lymphoma

Lymphoma

Lymphoma affects the lymphatic system and can show up as swollen lymph nodes, night sweats, or persistent fatigue that's easy to attribute to other causes. It falls broadly into Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, two categories that behave differently and call for distinct treatment strategies. At UMC Victoria Hospital's Department of Cancer, lymphoma treatment in Uganda is built around accurate subtyping, since treatment differs significantly by lymphoma type:

  • Lymph node biopsy
    tissue diagnosis to classify the lymphoma precisely
  • Staging scans
    CT or PET imaging to determine disease spread
  • Chemotherapy regimens
    protocols tailored to Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymphoma subtypes
  • Radiation therapy
    used for localised disease or alongside chemotherapy
  • Remission monitoring
    scheduled scans and bloodwork to track response over time

Persistent, painless swelling in the neck, armpit, or groin is a symptom worth raising with a specialist promptly, rather than waiting to see if it resolves on its own. Book an appointment with our specialist today.