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Cancer of the colon or rectum (colorectal cancer) usually develops slowly, over several years. Take this simple assessment to learn about your risks for this type of cancer.

OverviewSee All
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Introduction in Overview
Lymphoma is a kind of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. In non-Hodgkin lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow out of control. Learn more about many of the types and subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Risk Factors in Overview
Some risk factors for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not be in your control. Others might be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Symptoms in Overview
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not cause symptoms right away. When symptoms do appear, they can often seem like other health problems at first. Here's a look at what symptoms you might expect. ...more
 AIDS-Related Cancers in Overview
People who have AIDS are much more likely to get certain types of cancer than people without the disease. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Introduction in Overview
Lymphoma is a kind of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. In non-Hodgkin lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow out of control. Learn more about many of the types and subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Risk Factors in Overview
Some risk factors for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not be in your control. Others might be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Symptoms in Overview
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not cause symptoms right away. When symptoms do appear, they can often seem like other health problems at first. Here's a look at what symptoms you might expect. ...more
 AIDS-Related Cancers in Overview
People who have AIDS are much more likely to get certain types of cancer than people without the disease. ...more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you may have non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you will need to have certain tests and exams to make a diagnosis. Here's a look at what you can expect. ...more
 Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more
 Bone Marrow Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Newly Diagnosed in Understanding Your Diagnosis
It's normal to feel afraid when you are told you have cancer. Your care team is there to answer any questions and to help guide you in making treatment decisions. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A guide to some of the tests you may have after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. These tests can help show if the cancer has spread. They will also help your healthcare providers decide how best to treat your cancer. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Knowing the stage of your cancer is vital when deciding how to treat it. This helpful guide explains the 4 stages of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and what they mean. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you may have non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you will need to have certain tests and exams to make a diagnosis. Here's a look at what you can expect. ...more
 Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more
 Bone Marrow Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Newly Diagnosed in Understanding Your Diagnosis
It's normal to feel afraid when you are told you have cancer. Your care team is there to answer any questions and to help guide you in making treatment decisions. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A guide to some of the tests you may have after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. These tests can help show if the cancer has spread. They will also help your healthcare providers decide how best to treat your cancer. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Knowing the stage of your cancer is vital when deciding how to treat it. This helpful guide explains the 4 stages of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and what they mean. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different treatment options available for non-Hodgkin lymphoma....more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Questions in Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Read on for some tips on how to get ready for your appointments, and what questions you should ask. ...more
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 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different treatment options available for non-Hodgkin lymphoma....more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Questions in Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Read on for some tips on how to get ready for your appointments, and what questions you should ask. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Chemotherapy Side EffectsOther Treatment Side Effects
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Cancer FAQsSee All
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more
 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more