What is lymphoma stage 3 like?

Answer by  mgoodman (204)

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes. The portions of the lymph-blood system that work to fight disease off are cancered and not working well. Stage three has very low energy levels and poor immune response. Every cold or infection is a threat, so keep the environment clean and bathe regularly to prevent bacterial infections.

Answer by  wyeth (435)

stage 3 lymphoma is when not only lymph nodes but also the spleen is so called non-hodgkin's lymphoma stage 4 when liver lung or bone marrow is involved, is the most advanced.There are also 3 grades given which are a measure of the aggressiveness or rate of growth of the malignant cells.It all helps with tailoring the best treatment.

Answer by  eatwrite (1559)

The spleen and lymph's nodes is effected. They may become enlarged or swollen in this stage. This can be painless of they can feel some discomfort. This stage of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma requires a lot of cancer treatment. There are some people that live 5 to 15 years at stage 3 and 4.