Lymphoma Treatment at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Andheri East
Lymphoma begins in the lymphatic system, the network of nodes, vessels and organs that forms part of the body's immune defence. It arises when lymphocytes, the white blood cells that fight infection, start dividing abnormally and build up as tumours in lymph nodes or other tissue. If unchecked, it can spread through the lymphatic system and into other organs. CritiCare Asia Hospitals provides lymphoma cancer treatment in Andheri East, Mumbai through a structured pathway from biopsy to treatment plan. As a lymphoma hospital in Mumbai, we move through each stage of the workup carefully and keep patients informed of what comes next.
Recognising the Symptoms
The trademark sign is painless swelling of lymph nodes, most often in the neck, armpit or groin. Early on, it is frequently dismissed as a minor infection. If it persists, an evaluation with our lymphoma specialists in Andheri East is advised.
"B symptoms" are also assessed:
Persistent fever
Drenching night sweats
Unexplained weight loss
Other symptoms can include:
Persistent cough
Breathlessness
Unusual tiredness
Itching without an obvious cause
Types of Lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma
identified by the Reed-Sternberg cell, with an orderly spread from one lymph node group to the nextNon-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)
more common and more diverse, with over 70 subtypes, from slow-growing to fast-progressing forms
Accurate subtyping matters because Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatment differs completely.
Diagnosis: Getting the Subtype Right
Diagnosis begins with a clinical examination of the lymph nodes, but swelling alone does not confirm cancer, since infections cause it too. Confirmation needs tissue, taken through an excisional lymph node biopsy, where a whole node or a substantial part is removed so pathologists can study its architecture.
Once lymphoma is confirmed, tests define the subtype and extent. Where possible, these can be planned to keep the number of visits low, and consultation with imaging or blood tests can often be completed in a single visit.
Immunophenotyping, to identify the exact lymphocyte type
Bone marrow biopsy, to check for marrow involvement
CT, MRI or PET scans, to map spread
Blood tests, to assess overall health and organ function
Results guide a discussion with an oncologist in Mumbai on the plan that follows.
Staging the Disease
The Ann Arbor system runs from Stage I, a single lymph node region, to Stage IV, widespread involvement beyond the lymphatic system. An A suffix means no B symptoms are present, and B means they are, which helps shape treatment.
Risk Factors
No single cause explains most cases, and many patients have none of these.
Weakened immune system, from HIV, transplant medication or other conditions
Autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis or Sjögren's syndrome
Past infection with certain viruses, including Epstein-Barr virus
Family history in a close blood relative
Prior radiation for an earlier cancer
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma appears more often after 60. Hodgkin lymphoma has a second peak in younger adults. Men are diagnosed more often overall.
Treatment options for Lymphoma
Not every lymphoma needs immediate action. Indolent forms may be managed with watchful waiting, meaning regular monitoring without active treatment. Aggressive lymphomas typically need prompt therapy.
Chemotherapy
combination regimens such as CHOP form the backbone of lymphoma chemotherapy for many NHL subtypesImmunotherapy
rituximab and similar antibodies target CD20-positive B-cell lymphomas, often with chemotherapyRadiation therapy
for localised disease or combined treatmentStem cell transplant
for relapsed or resistant cases, using the patient's own or donor cells
The right combination depends on type, stage, symptoms and response to early treatment.
Lymphoma Treatment at CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Andheri East
A lymphoma diagnosis brings uncertainty, yet many patients respond well when the disease is managed appropriately. Our oncology team evaluates each case individually, matching the pace of treatment to the lymphoma's behaviour, whether that means immediate therapy or monitoring. Scheduling for scans, reviews and treatment cycles is set out clearly in advance, so patients know each date and can plan around it.
Diagnostic workup, staging and treatment planning take place under one roof, with attention to physical and emotional wellbeing throughout. Visit CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Andheri East for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatment.