Follicular lymphoma survivor: Why I participate in UT MD Anderson’s Boot Walk to End Cancer®
When I was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma in late 2014, I was pretty matter-of-fact about it. I might’ve been more upset if I’d broken my arm.
Several relatives of mine had already been diagnosed with various types of cancer over the years. So, I was no stranger to that disease. It just wasn’t scary to me. I also come from a family of strong faith.
It’s easy to start feeling sorry for yourself...
Why getting an accurate lymphoma diagnosis matters
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lymphoma, you might think all you need to know is whether it’s Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin. But is...
Immunosuppressants: What is their role in cancer care?
An immunosuppressant is anything that diminishes the body’s natural ability to respond to threats, such as cancer or viruses, like the ones...
Understanding the different types of lymphoma
You may have already heard about non-Hodgkin lymphoma. But are there other kinds of lymphoma? What makes each one unique? And, are some symptoms common to all types of lymphoma?
We went to lymphoma specialist Ranjit Nair, M.D., for answers to these and other questions. Here’s what he shared.
What is lymphoma?Because of its name, you might assume that lymphoma is a cancer of the lymph nodes. But lymphoma is actually...
Lymph nodes explained: Location, function, swelling and cancer connection
When people get sick with a cold or sore throat, they often say, ‘My glands are swollen.’ What they’re really referring to are the lymph nodes...
After losing their son to cancer, parents support Kinder Children’s Cancer Center
Ethan Perry was an outgoing kid with a big personality. He enjoyed playing sports, creating inventions and playing violin in his middle school...
4 notable presentations from ASH 2025
MD Anderson researchers are working diligently to transform our understanding of blood cancers and bring the latest cutting-edge therapies...
Stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivor: Why I’m excited about UT MD Anderson coming to Austin
I grew up in Beaumont, about 85 miles northeast of Houston. Everyone there knows that UT MD Anderson is the best place to go for...
CAR NK cell therapy clinical trial puts follicular lymphoma survivor into remission
When JC Cox was diagnosed with a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma called follicular lymphoma in 2006, the now-retired HVAC technician sought treatment...
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivor thankful for clinical trial
When Ian Leybas was diagnosed with a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma called peripheral T-cell lymphoma in 2019, he and his wife educated...