WHAT IS NON-HODGKIN'S LYMPHOMA?Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) is a malignant (cancerous) growth of B or T cells in the lymph system.

The United States has reported approximately 55,400 cases of Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma this year.

It is not clear what causes Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, however the incidence of NHL has continued to increase over the years.

The current thinking is that there is probably a genetic factor and the cancer may start without a "trigger" such as environmental factors.

NHL is not contagious and the patient does not pose a risk to others in any way.TREATMENT OPTION>There are several treatment options for patients with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. The main types of treatment are:Radiation TheraB>Radiation Therapy is the use of high-energy x-rays or other high-energy rays to kills cancer cells and shrink tumours.ChemotherChemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells and shrink tumours.ImmunotheyThis treatment tries to help the body fight cancer or infections. It uses materials made by the body or made in a laboratory to boost, direct or restore the body's natural defences against the disease.