T-Cell Lymphoma

• General T-cell Lymphoma Information
• Diagnosing & Staging T-cell Lymphoma
• Treating T-cell Lymphoma at CTCA
• Conventional Treatment Options
• Complementary & Alternative Treatment Options
• Our Hospitals

What is T-cell Lymphoma?

Although some forms of T-cell lymphoma are more prevalent in Asia and other parts of the world, T-cell lymphoma accounts for fewer than 20 percent of all non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cases in the United States. There are many different types of T-cell lymphoma, some of which are so rare, only a few patients are diagnosed with them throughout the year. The most common types of T-cell lymphoma are peripheral T-cell lymphoma, T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and adult T-cell lymphoma.

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma

Unlike peripheral or adult T-cell lymphoma (which are both aggressive lymphomas), cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is an indolent or low-grade lymphoma. CTCL usually starts on or in the skin and is the result of uncontrolled growth of the white blood cell within the skin, known as the T-cell.

Adult T-cell Lymphoma

Adult T-cell lymphoma (ATLL) is a rare and highly aggressive form of cancer that affects the immune system's own T-cells. Adult T-cell lymphoma is often associated with HTLV-1, a retrovirus that infects the T-cells. The most common symptom of adult T-cell lymphoma is generalized enlargement of the lymph nodes.

Diagnosing & Staging T-cell Lymphoma

If T-cell lymphoma is suspected, biopsies are often done to determine if cancer is present and to see how far it has spread. This process of testing to see how far the cancer has spread is called staging. The staging of most types of T-cell lymphoma and other forms of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cases is broken down into 4 stages:

• Stage I - If the lymphoma is in stage I, the cancer is limited to a single area of the body. This can include a single lymph node group, or if it is not in the lymph nodes, a single organ, or part of a tissue. During this phase, symptoms are often not apparent.
• Stage II - In stage II, the cancer has spread and is in at least two groups of lymph nodes, both either above or below and on the same side of the diaphragm.
• Stage III - When it reaches this stage, the lymphoma is above and below the diaphragm and may also be found in organs or tissue near the lymph node groups.
• Stage IV - When the lymphoma is found in multiple areas of an organ or organs, or has spread to liver, blood or bone marrow, it is considered to be stage IV.

Treating T-cell Lymphoma at CTCA

At CTCA, you and your healing are at the center of our hearts, minds and actions every day. It is this philosophy of putting patients first and at the center of their care that has helped to define and separate CTCA from other cancer treatment facilities. At CTCA, you will work with a team of dedicated professionals who will take the time to learn about how cancer affects you individually, and who will work within your schedule (and not the other way around) to provide you with an individualized treatment plan that meets your needs. If you are interested in learning more about our approach to treating T-cell lymphoma, please call 800-615-3055 or Chat Online with an Oncology Information Specialist. They can help provide you with more information about CTCA, our treatment offerings, and what makes us different from other treatment facilities.

Conventional T-cell Lymphoma Treatments

Conventional medical treatment of T-cell lymphoma will vary based on a number of factors. These factors can include, but are not limited to, your age and general health as well as the stage of the disease. Possible treatments may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy and immunotherapy. We also offer new and innovative therapies such as allogeneic and autologous stem cell transplantation. To learn more about all of our conventional treatment options, please visit our Conventional Treatments Page.

Complementary & Alternative T-cell Lymphoma Treatments

In addition to conventional medical treatments, CTCA also uses a variety of complementary and alternative therapies. From mind body medicine to nutritional therapy, these holistic treatments help strengthen your body in its fight against cancer, improve overall quality of life, and also ensure that the treatment you are receiving is as comprehensive and effective as possible. Working together with your dedicated team of cancer specialists, you will be able to decide which alternative treatments for T-cell lymphoma are best for you. For more information, please visit our Complementary & Alternative Medicines Page.

Our Cancer Treatment Hospitals

Unlike other cancer centers, CTCA offers seamless and integrative cancer care all under one roof. Our goal is to provide the most nurturing environment possible for you. From our talented staff of doctors and caregivers, to our patient rooms that are designed to feel as homelike as possible, we succeed in doing just that. To find a treatment center near you, please visit our Hospitals Page.

CTCA - Redefining T-Cell Lymphoma Treatment

At CTCA, fighting cancer is the only thing we do. Driven by a vision to be the worldwide leader in the field, we have been on the leading edge of cancer treatment for over 20 years. We are always aggressively researching new and innovative techniques and implementing these results faster than many can imagine. We offer advanced conventional treatment options, combined with complementary and alternative therapies designed to help treat all of you and not just your cancer. From the first time you visit CTCA, you will see that we are much more that just a network of cancer facilities. We understand that cancer affects all of you, not just one part of your body. That is how we treat it. Top to bottom, inside and out, it's total care for your mind, body and spirit.

At Cancer Treatment Centers of America, we fight to win. We know that you are fighting for your life, and will do everything we can to arm you with every choice, offer you every chance, and empower you to victory.

If you are exploring your treatment options and would like to learn more about CTCA and our innovative approach to treating cancer, please call us at 800-615-3055 and speak with an Oncology Information Specialist. They can help you learn more about the treatment options available to you at CTCA, and if CTCA may be an option for you. You can also Chat Online about Your Treatment Options.