How is lymph node cancer treated?
Disease description:
Diagnosed with lymph node tumor, I feel extremely frightened. I would like to ask how lymph node tumors are treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ren Yi
There are many types of lymph node tumors, and the progression of the disease varies, so the treatment outcomes also differ. Main treatment methods include:
1. Chemotherapy: Using chemical drugs to kill cancer cells, which is an important approach in treating lymph node tumors.
2. Radiation therapy: Utilizing high-energy rays or particles to destroy cancer cells, suitable for local control or consolidation treatment following chemotherapy.
3. Targeted therapy: Precisely attacking specific molecules on tumor cells, such as CD20 and PD-1, using specialized drugs.
4. Immunotherapy: Activating the patient's own immune system to attack tumor cells; immune checkpoint inhibitors are commonly used.
5. Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: For certain types of lymphoma, especially recurrent or difficult-to-treat cases, autologous or allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation may be required.
6. Surgery: In specific situations, such as diagnostic biopsy or managing complications, surgical removal may be part of the treatment.
If you suspect lymph node tumor, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and actively cooperate with treatment.
