Hodgkin's Disease Treatment

For people with Hodgkin's disease, treatment options may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or one of several treatment options being tested in clinical trials. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are the most common treatments for Hodgkin's disease. Before beginning Hodgkin's disease treatment, people with the cancer may wish to get a second opinion about their diagnosis and treatment plan. Once treatment for Hodgkin's disease is complete, it's important to receive regular follow-up care.

 

An Overview of Hodgkin's Disease Treatment

There are several different treament options available for Hodgkin's disease (also known as Hodgkin's lymphoma). Hodgkin's disease treatment depends on many factors, including:
 
  • Which type of Hodgkin's disease you have (for example, follicular lymphoma)
  • The stage of your cancer (where the lymphoma is found)
  • The size of the enlarged lymph nodes
  • Which symptoms of Hodgkin's disease are present
  • Your age
  • Whether you have other health problems.
     
Your doctor can describe your Hodgkin's disease treatment options and the expected results of each. You and your doctor can work together to develop a treatment plan that meets your medical needs and personal values. Choosing the most appropriate Hodgkin's disease treatment is a decision that ideally involves the patient, family, and healthcare team.
 

Hodgkin's Disease Treatment: Remembering to Ask Questions

Many people with Hodgkin's disease want to take an active role in making decisions about their medical care. It is natural to want to learn all you can about Hodgkin's disease and your treatment choices. However, shock and stress that often accompany a Hodgkin's disease diagnosis can make it hard to think of everything you want to ask the doctor. It often helps to make a list of Hodgkin's questions before you visit your doctor
 
(Click Hodgkin's Questions for a list of possible questions to ask during staging and treatment).
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD