Living with Plasmablastic lymphoma
An aggressive type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that most often starts in the mouth but can affect other body areas.
Understanding Plasmablastic lymphoma
It most commonly occurs in the mouth. It can also be found in the digestive tract, lymph nodes and skin. GARD says it is often linked to a weakened immune system, such as with HIV infection or immune-suppressing treatment.
Signs & symptoms
GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Specialists who may be involved include blood and bone marrow specialists and cancer specialists.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- Blood and bone marrow specialists (hematologists); Cancer specialists (oncologists)
- Expert care
- Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with Blood Cancer United and other patient organizations
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD says the exact cause is poorly understood. It is often associated with a suppressed immune system, such as HIV infection or immunosuppressive therapy.
Also known as: pbl
Patient organizations
- Blood Cancer UnitedPlasmablastic lymphoma · United States
- The Oral Cancer FoundationPlasmablastic lymphoma · United States
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