HODGKIN'S DISEASE


Meaning of HODGKIN'S DISEASE in English

a progressive cancer of the lymphatic system characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, enlarged lymph nodes and spleen, wasting, fever and anemia. The disease is treated with chemotherapy and radiation. See also non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

AIDS English Glossary.      Английский словарь СПИДа.