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October 9, 2025
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A MyLymphomaTeam Member

My spleen became enlarged and it was painful which I made it difficult to eat. I started treatment soon after and it has made a world of difference.

October 9, 2025 (edited)
MyLymphomaTeam

When NHL forms in the spleen, it can become enlarged and cause various symptoms. This enlargement can put pressure on nearby organs, potentially causing:

• Feeling of fullness even with an empty stomach
• Bloating
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Breathing difficulties due to pressure on the diaphragm A swollen Show Full Answer

When NHL forms in the spleen, it can become enlarged and cause various symptoms. This enlargement can put pressure on nearby organs, potentially causing:

• Feeling of fullness even with an empty stomach
• Bloating
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Breathing difficulties due to pressure on the diaphragm A swollen abdomen in NHL may be caused by:

• Enlarged lymph nodes
• Fluid accumulation
• Enlarged liver or spleen

It's important to discuss any new or worsening symptoms with your healthcare provider, as they can properly evaluate how the enlarged spleen may be affecting your overall health and manage your symptoms accordingly.

October 9, 2025

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