Is infection common during Hodgkin lymphoma treatment, and is coughing a typical symptom?
Yes, infections are unfortunately common complications during Hodgkin lymphoma treatment. The disease itself affects the immune system's B cells, making them less able to fight off infections. Treatment with chemotherapy and radiation Show Full Answer
Is infection common during Hodgkin lymphoma treatment, and is coughing a typical symptom?
Yes, infections are unfortunately common complications during Hodgkin lymphoma treatment. The disease itself affects the immune system's B cells, making them less able to fight off infections. Treatment with chemotherapy and radiation can further weaken the immune system, increasing infection risk even more.
Common infections that can occur include:
- Herpes zoster (shingles)
- Tuberculosis
- Certain fungal infections
Coughing is also a recognized symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma itself. It can happen when lymph nodes in the chest swell and put pressure on the windpipe (trachea). Some people also experience difficulty breathing or chest pain for the same reason.
Since your son is in the ICU with an infection, his medical team is taking the right precautions. They'll monitor him closely and treat the infection aggressively. It's important to alert healthcare providers to any signs of infection early, including fever, extreme fatigue, or breathing difficulties.
While this is a challenging setback, infections during treatment can be managed. The medical team will work to get the infection under control so treatment can continue.
March 17
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