Lymphoma (Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin)
Lymphoma is the name for cancers that begin in the part of our immune system (the lymphatic) that moves white blood cells to areas of the body to fight disease and infection. Pediatric lymphomas are the third most common childhood cancer and there are two main types: Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin. Our Nemours Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders offers families internationally recognized pediatric oncology (cancer) and hematology (blood disorder) care that includes top-notch support services during your child’s treatment.
Lymphoma is the name for cancers that begin in the part of our immune system (the lymphatic) that moves white blood cells to areas of the body to fight disease and infection. Pediatric lymphomas are the third most common childhood cancer and there are two main types: Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin. Our Nemours Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders offers families internationally recognized pediatric oncology (cancer) and hematology (blood disorder) care that includes top-notch support services during your child’s treatment.
Why Choose Us
At Nemours Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (“NCCBD”), our renowned oncologists (cancer doctors), hematologists (blood disorder specialists), and researchers work together to improve treatment for all types of pediatric lymphoma, including Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), myeloid sarcoma and each of the many lymphoma subtypes like primary cutaneous lymphomas. We also offer:
- Collaborations with our affiliates so your child has the most advanced treatment options now, while preserving long-term health and function
- Monitoring and follow-up cancer care including late-effects, other specialty care and teen survivor programs