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Burkitt's Lymphoma

Burkitt's lymphoma is an uncommon but fast-growing B- cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It is a cancer that affects the lymphatic system resulting in the production of abnormal B lymphocytes. It is more prevalent in males, with children more commonly affected than adults. There are three types of Burkitt's lymphoma, sporadic type ( the most common type and is linked to Epstein-Barr virus), endemic type (common among African children), and immunodeficiency-related seen in immunocompromised persons.

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What is the best treatment for Burkitt's lymphoma?

Query: Hi doctor, My 60 year old uncle is diagnosed with Burkitt's lymphoma. His report says MYC-IGH fusion signal was detected in 45 % of the cells. The sample is positive for t(8;14). Could you please suggest whether it is curable and if it is curable then what is the best treatment?  Read Full »

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Dr. Janrao Smit Uttam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. He needs to be admitted urgently to a tertiary care hospital where specialists such as hematologist, oncologist, etc. will be available. An early initiation of chemotherapy with R-CHOP (Rituximab, Cyclophosphamide, Hydroxy daunomycin, Oncovin, Prednisolone) regimen or ...  Read Full »

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