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on Your Lymphoma Care Team?

Your lymphoma care team may include:

- Hematologist-oncologist: A doctor who specializes in treating blood cancers, including lymphoma.

- Medical oncologist: A doctor who specializes in treating cancer using medication.

- Radiation oncologist: A doctor who specializes in treating cancer using radiation.

- Surgeon: A doctor who performs surgery to remove tumors or lymph nodes.

- Registered nurse (RN): A nurse who has received specialized training in oncology nursing.

- Pharmacist: A healthcare professional who specializes in medications and their side effects.

- Social worker: A mental health professional who can provide emotional support and help you cope with the challenges of cancer treatment.

- Dietitian: A healthcare professional who can provide advice on healthy eating during cancer treatment.

- Physical therapist: A healthcare professional who can help you regain strength and mobility after cancer treatment.

- Occupational therapist: A healthcare professional who can help you learn how to perform daily tasks after cancer treatment.

- Speech therapist: A healthcare professional who can help you improve your speech and swallowing after cancer treatment.

The specific members of your lymphoma care team will depend on your individual situation and the type of lymphoma you have.

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