There is no evidence that simple lymphatic tuberculosis will develop into lymphoma (lymphoma), and there are significant differences between the two in terms of pathogenesis and clinical manifestations.
Lymphatic tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection of the lymphatic system, resulting in clinical manifestations such as enlarged lymph nodes, fever and night sweats. Some of the lymphatic tuberculosis is spread by the invasion of Mycobacterium tuberculosis from the primary lesion such as pulmonary tuberculosis into the lymphatic system, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis can be found in sputum culture or fecal examination. Lymphatic tuberculosis can be cured after treatment with anti-tuberculosis drugs such as streptomycin and rifampicin.
Lymphoma is a malignant tumor originating from the lymphohematopoietic system, which is generally believed to be related to gene mutation. It mainly manifests as painless enlarged lymph nodes, enlarged liver and spleen, and all systems of the whole body can be involved, which can be accompanied by fever, night sweating, emaciation, and itching. Diagnosis is confirmed by bone marrow smear and biopsy and tissue biopsy. Radiotherapy or the use of chemotherapeutic agents such as vincristine, doxorubicin, and rituximab are required.
There is no obvious correlation between lymphatic tuberculosis and lymphoma in clinical research. Patients with lymphatic tuberculosis should keep their moods happy, take anti-tuberculosis treatment under the guidance of professional doctors, and avoid taking medication by themselves in order to avoid delaying the condition.
All of the above drugs should be used in accordance with the doctor’s instructions, and patients should not use their own medication.