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There are a number of different types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It’s important that your doctors know which type it is as different lymphomas are treated| in different ways.
Each type has a particular appearance and characteristic when looked at under a microscope.
The most commonly used classification system groups non-Hodgkin lymphomas into more than 20 different types.
Having HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) can increase the risk of developing lymphoma and affect the way it is treated. We have more information about HIV-related lymphoma|.
B-cell lymphomas are more common than T-cell lymphomas. The most common types of B-cell lymphomas are:
Other types which are less common include:
T-cell lymphomas are much less common. Again, there are a number of different types. These include:
We have more detailed information on these different types of lymphoma and their treatment. For other rare types of lymphoma, contact our cancer support specialists| who can give you more information about your illness and its treatment.
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.