Lymphoma Biopsy

(Removal of a node or tissue mass)

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A lymphoma biopsy is the removal of a node or tissue mass to help diagnose lymphoma. An excisional or incisional biopsy is the surgical removal of an entire node or small part of a large tumor. A fine needle aspiration biopsy is the use of a needle to draw tissue from a tumor mass.

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The overall experience is surprisingly low key, so try not to be too nervous leading up to the procedure. It might be helpful to find ways to decrease your anxiety before the procedure.

 

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Lymphoma Biopsy

Months prior to the biopsy, I experienced drenching night sweats, swollen lymph glands and extreme fatigue. After a number of inconclusive blood tests, my doctor decided to have an enlarged lymph node biopsied. Read More

Peter Jay, male, 37, New York

 
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