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Aggressive NHL

Welcome to the Lymphoma Life section for people with aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL).

Being diagnosed with aggressive NHL can be a highly emotional experience from the shock of the diagnosis and fear about what it will mean. Treatment often follows very rapidly after diagnosis, and all of this can lead to feelings of being out of control.

Lymphoma Life can help by providing clear information that you can return to whenever you need to. Here, you can find out lots of information about how aggressive NHL behaves, how it is treated, and how you can begin living with this disease long-term.

Remember too, that your healthcare team are committed to giving you the best care to provide the best outcomes. And, with the right treatment and support, you could live relatively normally, and there is a real possibility of a complete cure.

The information you will need depends on what point you’re at in your illness so please choose the link below that best describes your status.
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Newly diagnosed

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8 THINGS TO KNOW about aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

It is sometimes called high-grade NHL

There are many types of aggressive NHL

Aggressive NHL grows very rapidly

It is usually diagnosed due to the sudden onset of symptoms

There are a number of different treatments available – you will be offered those most suited to your type of NHL

Treatment is usually given soon after diagnosis

Treatment can delay the progression of aggressive NHL, or even cure you

If cure is not possible, your treatment will help manage your symptoms