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basic understanding of lymphoma

   Lymphoma is a term used to define cancer of the lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are found all over our body. Their main function is to provide drainage to the lymphatic system. They play a major role in immunity and are only noticed if they are enlarged. In the lymph nodes reside a group of cells, called lymphocytes. The rapid proliferation of these cells and thier division in an uncontrolled fashion is indicative of the disease, lymphoma.
    
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