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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Cause
Experts don't know what causes non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL).
When a person has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, abnormal rapid cell growth occurs. This abnormal growth may need a "trigger" to start, such as an infection or exposure to something in your environment. There is also a link between NHL and problems with the Reference immune system Opens New Window.
NHL is not contagious and is not caused by injury.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference October 22, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Douglas A. Stewart, MD - Medical Oncology |
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