Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

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Treatment - Other NHL Types

Central nervous system NHL usually develops in patients with immune system disorders caused by AIDS or anti-rejection medications used for organ transplants. Patients who have primary CNS lymphomas (PCNSL) initially may benefit from treatment with prednisone, or radiation therapy; however, CNS lymphoma tends to recur within 1 to 2 years. Without radiation therapy, patients with AIDS-related lymphoma develop progressive disease.

Most patients with AIDS-related P...Read the full article