Inert lymphoma does not get smaller on its own after two years.
Inert lymphoma refers to a type of lymphoma in which the disease progresses slowly. Without treatment, the disease will continue to progress, and after two years, inert lymphoma may gradually increase in size, which not only will not become smaller on its own, but also may lead to anemia, decrease in the counts of white blood cells and platelets, increase in the size of the spleen, enlargement of the lymph nodes, and other manifestations.
Common inert lymphomas include small lymphocytic lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, etc. These types of lymphomas can be left untreated in the early stages of the disease, but as the disease progresses, combination chemotherapy (cyclophosphamide, vincristine) and/or targeted therapy is still needed.
It is recommended that patients with inert lymphoma should consult the Department of Hematology in a timely manner, complete bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, PET-CT and other related examinations to evaluate their conditions, and then have individualized treatment plans formulated by specialists.