lymphoma : Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

What is Mantle cell lymphoma?

Mantle cell lymphoma  is a rare type of B cell non Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).

How common is it?

Mantle cell lymphoma is rare. Only about 5 to 10 out of every 100 people (5 to 10%) diagnosed with NHL have mantle cell lymphoma. It mainly affects men who are over 50.

What are the symptoms of Mantle cell lymphoma?

Most people with mantle cell lymphoma have cancer cells in more than one lymph node and in other parts of the body. You may have symptoms such as:

• Loss of appetite and weight
• Fever
• Night sweats
• Nausea or vomiting
• Swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpits, or groin
• Heartburn, belly pain, or bloating
• A sense of fullness or discomfort from enlarged tonsils, liver, or spleen
• Pressure or pain in the lower back, often going down one or both legs
• Fatigue

What are the tests to diagnose Mantle cell lymphoma?

Your doctor may use several tests to diagnose mantle cell lymphoma:

• Blood tests
• Biopsy
• CT, or computed tomography.
• PET scan

What are the treatments of Mantle cell lymphoma?

Treatment for mantle cell lymphoma can be similar to treatment for other types of NHL. Treatment can sometimes get rid of the lymphoma completely. But it often comes back fairly soon afterwards.

• Chemotherapy
• Stem cell or bone marrow transplant
• Radiotherapy
• Steroids
• Biological therapy