Burkitt's lymphoma

Updated: 2024-05-30

Description

A fast-growing cancer of the body's germ- and disease-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system.

Overview

Burkitt's lymphoma is a fast-growing cancer of the body's germ-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system. It is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include fever, night sweats, trouble breathing, swollen lymph nodes and feeling very tired.

Treatments

Treatment includes chemotherapy and other medicines.