MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is more dangerous, Lymphoma or Lymphadenopathy?
A
Lymphadenopathy
B
Lymphoma
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Burkitt lymphoma is considered the most aggressive form of lymphoma and is one of the fastest growing of all cancers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Peripheral lymphadenopathy has a wide differential diagnosis, including infection, autoimmune disorders, and a number of reactive conditions. Lymphomas are a heterogeneous group of cancers that have a variety of clinical presentations ranging from an indolent course to aggressive disease.

Detailed explanation-3: -Posterior cervical lymphadenopathy can arise from localized bacterial and viral infections, as well as lymphoma. [2] Axillary lymphadenopathy can also be related to lymphoma or breast malignancy but can be involved by infections such as cat-scratch disease.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lymphadenopathy is common and actually a good thing. The swelling in these pea-or bean-sized lymph nodes are one of your body’s natural reactions to illness or infection. Swollen lymph nodes mean your body’s immune system is working to clear away infection and/or invading viruses or bacteria.

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