Lymphadenopathy
Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
Lymphadenopathy (unexplained) in adults | Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or Hodgkin's lymphoma | Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks) When considering referral for Hodgkin's lymphoma, take into account any associated symptoms, particularly fever, night sweats, shortness of breath, pruritus, weight loss or alcohol-induced lymph node pain When considering referral for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, take into account any associated symptoms, particularly fever, night sweats, shortness of breath, pruritus or weight loss |
Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
Lymphadenopathy (supraclavicular or persistent cervical), 40 and over | lung | Consider an urgent chest X-ray (to be performed within 2 weeks) |
Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
Lymphadenopathy (generalised) in adults | Leukaemia | Consider a very urgent full blood count (within 48 hours) |
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