What Are the Risk Factors for Hodgkin's Lymphoma?

 


Suggested risk factors for Hodgkin's lymphoma include the following:

  • Infection with infectious mononucleosis - Infection with the Epstein-Barr virus that causes mononucleosis (also called “mono”) has been linked to Hodgkin’s disease.
  • Age - Hodgkin's lymphoma occurs most often in people between ages 15 and 34, and in people over the age of 55.
  • Gender - Hodgkin's lymphoma is more common in men than in women.
  • Family history - Brothers and sisters of those with Hodgkin's lymphoma have a higher-than-average chance of developing this disease.
  • Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
This content was last modified on June 09, 2006 .
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