Relapsed Mantle Cell Lymphoma
What is Relapsed Mantle Cell Lymphoma?
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system. Relapsed mantle cell lymphoma occurs when MCL returns after treatment or does not respond to initial treatment.
Signs and Symptoms of Relapsed Mantle Cell Lymphoma
The signs and symptoms of relapsed MCL may vary, but can include:
- Feeling run down
- Fever
- Night sweats
- Weight loss
- Enlarged lymph nodes
- Enlarged tonsils, spleen, liver or abdominal mass
- Itchy skin
- Yellowish skin or eyes (jaundice)
- Frequent infections
Causes of Relapsed Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Relapsed MCL occurs when cancer cells develop resistance to treatment or when cancer cells that had not been eliminated by initial treatment later reappear.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Relapsed Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Relapsed MCL is diagnosed through a physical exam, blood tests, imaging tests (such as MRI or CT scan), bone marrow biopsy, lymph node biopsy, and genetic testing. Treatment for relapsed MCL will depend on many factors, such as the type and stage of the cancer, the person’s overall health, and the treatments they have already had. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplant, radiation therapy, or a combination of treatments.
Conclusion
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Relapsed MCL occurs when cancer cells develop resistance to treatment or when cancer cells that had not been eliminated by initial treatment later reappear. Treatment options for relapsed MCL may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, stem cell transplant, radiation therapy, or a combination of treatments. It is important to talk to your doctor to decide which treatment option is right for you.