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Burkitt's lymphoma

May 30, 2024
Topic

A fast-growing cancer of the body's germ- and disease-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system.

Burkitt's lymphoma is a fast-growing cancer of the body's germ-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system. It is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms may include fever, night sweats, trouble breathing, swollen lymph nodes and feeling very tired.

Treatment includes chemotherapy and other medicines.