Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL): Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It is a cancer that starts in the mantle cells, which are a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infection. MCL is most common in men and usually occurs in people between the ages of 50 and 70.

Symptoms of mantle cell lymphoma can include:

* Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, or groin

* Fever

* Night sweats

* Weight loss

* Fatigue

* Weakness

* Abdominal pain

* Nausea

* Vomiting

Diagnosis of mantle cell lymphoma is based on:

* A physical exam

* Blood tests

* Imaging tests

* A lymph node biopsy

Treatment for mantle cell lymphoma may include:

* Chemotherapy

* Radiation therapy

* Targeted therapy

* Stem cell transplant

The prognosis for mantle cell lymphoma depends on the stage of the disease and the patient's age and overall health. The five-year survival rate for MCL is about 70%.