Lymphoma Causes and Risk Factors

Different types of lymphoma have associated genetic, viral, and environmental risk factors. Stay informed and up to date on the latest research and advice.

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Smoking and Its Effect on Hodgkin Lymphoma

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Causes and Risk Factors

By Colleen Travers

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The Link Between HIV/AIDS and Blood Cancers

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Risk of Rare Lymphoma With Breast Implants

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Bacteria, Viruses and Parasites That Cause Lymphoma

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Chromosome Translocations as a Cause of Blood Cancer

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Does Psoriasis Increase Lymphoma Risk?

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) After Organ Transplantation

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Doctor palpating a patients Lymph Nodes

Lymphoma Risk Factors: Age, Infections, Exposures

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Lymphoma Risk in Celiac Disease

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

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Viral Infections Like Mono May Be Linked to Cancer

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL): Causes and Risk Factors

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD