Question

Can stress cause lymphoma?

Answer 1

Lymphoma

1. Lymphoma refers to a broad class of cancer that develops from the lymphatic system.
2. These cells can travel all around the body and can cause tumours wherever they are lodged.
3. Few symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, etc.
4. There is very little evidence that suggests stress can cause lymphoma.
5. The root cause of most types of lymphoma is still unknown. Usually, a genetic mutation in the lymphocyte leads to lymphoma.
6. Stress can be a factor of a distressed immune system but may not be the cause of lymphoma.