what is non-Henson's , lymphoma cancer?
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You mean "Non-Hodgkin's" lymphoma?\n\nhttp://www.nci.nih.gov/cancerinfo/types/non-hodgkins-lymphoma
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CTCL is a rare type, making up about 5% of all cases. It is a cancer of the T-lymphocytes and most often occurs in people aged between 40 and 60.\n\nUnlike other forms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, CTCL mainly affects the skin. It is caused by the uncontrolled growth of a type of white blood cell within the skin, called a T-cell. \n\nThe most common types of CTCL are mycosis fungoides or Sezary syndrome. Sezary syndrome is a specific type of CTCL in which large areas of skin or lymph glands are affected and abnormal T-lymphocytes are also found in the blood. Mycosis fungoides is the general name given to the other types of CTCL when the blood is not affected.
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macro-lobulated mass, I pressume you mean.\n\nThis is bad, it is likely cancer.  Tissue is the issue, no answer until they have a tissue diagnosis.  If he smokes, then it is likely very bad news.\n\nBiopsy is everything, but odds are not great.  Anything other than cancer is going to have a pretty good prognosis, and thus not worth discussing until the biopsy is done.
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Cancer, Sickle cell, HIV.
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I think you're thinking of liposarcoma, which is defined as a malignancy of fat cells. See the link below.
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All mammals can get cancer so the beluga whale is no different. Cancer is when something goes wrong with cell division.
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cancer that goes from one body part to another
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It's not likely that any type of mold or mildew, in and of itself, could cause lymphoma.  However, if you're deficient in antioxidants, nutrients and sufficient, clean water, over time your immune system will become compromised and you can become much more sensitive to things such as mold or mildew which may trigger illnesses your body doesn't have the resources to fight.  Perhaps lymphoma could be one of them.
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Are you referring to Non-Hodgkin's B-Cell Lymphoma?  I'd love to give you more information on this issue, if you can refine your question.  There are many different classifications of NH Lymphoma.  Treatment will depend on the specific type of cancer.
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From what you wrote it sounds like a lymphoma type cancer or breast cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes and to the soft tissues which attach to the sternum but not inside the bone itself which is a good thing.  \n\nI can't give you the odds of living because I don't know her full history with cancer, family history, health issues she might have, how long since she noticed this, if it's the first test, etc.  But I can tell you that people are living with cancer like people live with asthma or diabetes.  \n\nIt sounds like she would need chemo and radiation to shrink the masses, then surgery to remove what they can, then more chemo and radiation, then physical therapy.  If they remove the lymph nodes which it sounds like they would be thinking of that, she probably would have a good chance to develop lymphedema, which in that case, I can help you with those issues but the first issue is cancer treatments.  What does her doctor suggest?\n\nI'm a cancer survivor and believe me if I got the diagnosis she did, I would opt for heavy duty chemo, radiation prior to surgery, then surgery for them to take out what they can, then more chemo and radiation and kill the stuff off, then you have to monitor things.  Has she had a PET scan?  I would say with the involvement of soft tissues, lymph nodes, she needs one to be sure it hasn't spread anywhere else unnoticed.\n\nHer odds aren't lost with the right treatment, she needs to keep a positive attitude and you need to show her alot of support because I imagine she is afraid, depressed, and worried about the odds and treatments and how she is gonna feel.
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There is a huge difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.  RF radiation is non-ionizing and unless you have such high levels that you could be burned by it, there is no inherent danger - just keep below the ANSI levels.  There have been tons of epidemiological tests which show that there is no causality to cancer.  Remember that light is another source of non-ionizing radiation and people don't seem too concerned about being 'bombarded' by it.
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You are probably refering to lymphoma.  I had a type of lymphoma called Hodgkins.  I didn't have any symptoms other than tiredness and a lump above my collarbone.  (Later I found that I had other lymph node tumorss deep in my chest.)  Symptoms vary according to the stage of lymphoma, some have little or no swmptoms.  It also depends on whether you have Hodgkins or Non-Hodgkins lymphoma.  There is a good list of symptoms here:   http://www.lymphomainfo.net/lymphoma/symptoms.html  \nYou can also always email me for more info, madenthe80s@hotmail.com
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Small cell lung cancer has been called oat cell cancer because the cells resemble oats when seen under a microscope. This cancer usually originates in the lung's large central airways (the bronchi). It accounts for about 20% of all lung cancers. In some cases, small cell tumors also include cells that have non small cell features. This condition is called a mixed tumor. \n\nSmall cell lung cancer is among the fastest growing cancers. In two-thirds of people with this cancer, the cancer already has spread (metastasized) by the time of diagnosis. The cancer can spread easily because of the constant flow of fluids through the lungs. These fluids consist of blood and lymph (a protein-filled fluid from the lymphatic system). The fluids can carry cancer cells to lymph nodes, the heart, the other lung and to organs outside of the chest. Small cell lung cancers spread most commonly to the brain, liver, adrenal glands and bone. \n\nSymptoms\n\nAlthough some cancers do not have any symptoms at first, others are diagnosed during an evaluation for any of the following:\n\nA persistent cough \nCoughing up blood (hemoptysis) \nShortness of breath or wheezing \nUnexplained weight loss or loss of appetite \nFatigue \nDifficulty swallowing \nPain in the chest, shoulder or arm \nBone pain \nHoarseness \nHeadaches, confusion or seizures \nSwelling of the face, neck or upper extremities \n\nDiagnosis\n\nLung cancer often is discovered on a chest X-ray, where it appears as a gray or whitish area. Other imaging studies, such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), can further determine the size, shape and location of the tumor, and locate areas where the tumor has spread. This helps to find the best place to obtain a sample of the tumor to diagnose small cell versus other types of lung cancer, such as squamous cell or adenocarcinoma of the lung. The type of cancer determines the treatment. \n\nSmall cell lung cancer sometimes can be diagnosed with a technique called sputum cytology, in which mucus from the lungs (sputum) is examined under a microscope to check for abnormal cells. Cancer cells also can be found in the fluid between the lung and the chest wall (requiring a procedure that uses a needle to remove fluid) or in lymph nodes next to the lung (requiring a surgical procedure).\n\nAnother diagnostic technique is needle aspiration, in which fluid or tissue is removed (aspirated) from lymph nodes or suspicious masses. Cells also can be removed during bronchoscopy. A fiber optic viewing tube is inserted into the lung through the mouth and bronchial tubes. It allows the doctor to examine the tumor directly and to remove cells for examination.\n\nIn addition to the above tests, you may need a bone scan, bone marrow biopsy, CT scan of the head and additional biopsies to determine the degree of tumor spread. Small cell lung cancer has two stages:\n\nLimited cancer is confined to one lung and nearby lymph nodes. \nExtensive cancer has spread to both sides of the chest or beyond the chest.
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My husband was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and was given an autologus stem cell transplant that sent him into remission from cancer.\n\nStem cells are master cells in your body that can form into other needed cells in your body, like muscle cells, blood cells, or brain cells.  Or, they can form more stem cells.  You can think of them like a constant repair system for your body.  \n\nIn the case of my husband, the cancer had invaded his bone marrow - this proved to be very serious since the marrow is where blood is made.  His own stem cells were harvested from his blood stream and sterilized to prevent any cancer from being saved.  An extremely high dose of chemotherapy was given to kill basically everything in his marrow.  The stem cells were then reintroduced to his body - and they went to work!  Since it's the stem cell's job to figure out what's needed to make the body function properly, it made new marrow cells!  And then he had new marrow and no cancer!\n\nThis is sort of a simplistic view, but I hope it helps!
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Just FYI Pancoast tumors aren't always cancerous.  I know someone who just had one resected, and it was found to be fibrous tissue.  No cancer.  He didn't smoke either.
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It is a type of cancer that begins in plasma cells (white blood cells that produce antibodies). It is also referred to as multiple myeloma, myelomatosis, or plasma cell myeloma. Its prognosis despite therapy is generally poor, and treatment may involve chemotherapy and stem cell transplant. You can read more info about it here\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiple_myeloma
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My husband received a stem cell transplant for Lymphoma, not MS.  I can help with questions regarding the collection process, but I would imagine the transplant itself would vary, since the diseases vary.\n\nThe stem cell transplant worked with my husband, and he has been lymphoma-free for 6 years.  If no one else can give you the info you need, you can email me and I can help as much as possible.  But you can probably accompany your brother to his physician and get more valuable advice than here on Answers.  Good luck.