VCU Massey Cancer Center

What are the symptoms of Hodgkin’s lymphoma?

The following are the most common symptoms of Hodgkin’s lymphoma; however, each child may experience symptoms differently:

• Painless swelling of the lymph nodes in neck, underarm, groin and chest.
• Difficulty breathing (dyspnea) due to enlarged nodes in the chest.
• Fever.
• Night sweats.
• Tiring easily (fatigue).
• Weight loss/decreased appetite.
• Itching skin (pruritus).
• Frequent viral infections (i.e., cold, flu, sinus infection).

The symptoms of Hodgkin’s lymphoma may resemble other blood disorders or medical problems. Always consult your child’s physician for a diagnosis.