Hodgkin's lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. The
lymphatic system drains excess fluid from the blood and protects
against infection. Hodgkin's lymphoma is different from other
forms of |The Lymphatic Organs |Copyright © Nucleus Medical
Media, Inc. Cancer occurs when cells in the body—in this case a
type of white blood cell called lymphocyte—divide without
control or order. If cells keep dividing uncontrollably when new
cells are not needed, a mass of tissue forms, called a growth or
tumor. The term cancer refers to malignant tumors, which can
invade nearby tissue and can spread to other parts of the body.
A does not invade or spread. The cause of Hodgkin's lymphoma is
unknown. It is likely related to complex genetic and
environmental factors that lead to changes of the immune system.
There are some compelling pieces of data to suggest that it is
caused by a virus. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has been
considered. Factors that increase your chance of getting
Hodgkin's lymphoma include: - Sex: male -