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September 18, 2025
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The overall 5-year survival rate for people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma is 74%. However, life expectancy varies significantly based on the specific type of lymphoma and its stage at diagnosis.

Here are the general survival rates by stage
• Stage 1: Over 83% live 5+ years
• Stage 2: About 76% live 5+ years
• Stage 3: Over Show Full Answer

The overall 5-year survival rate for people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma is 74%. However, life expectancy varies significantly based on the specific type of lymphoma and its stage at diagnosis.

Here are the general survival rates by stage:
• Stage 1: Over 83% live 5+ years
• Stage 2: About 76% live 5+ years
• Stage 3: Over 70% live 5+ years
• Stage 4: About 63% live 5+ years For specific types of lymphoma:

Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL):
• Overall 5-year survival rate is 65%
• Better outcomes for those under 55 (80% survival rate)
• About 70% survival for ages 55-64
• Around 55% survival for those 65 and older

Follicular Lymphoma:
• Has a better outlook with nearly 90% 5-year survival rate across all stages

September 18, 2025

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