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Cerebral Lymphoma Definition
Common names:
  • Brain Lymphoma
  • Cerebral Lymphoma
  • Lymphoma Brain
  • Lymphoma Cerebral
  • Lymphoma of the Brain
A person with cerebral lymphoma has abnormal white blood cells that multiply out of control, forming tumors in the brain. Images

White blood cells are part of the immune system, which fights infection. Cerebral lymphoma occurs in those with a weak immune system, such as those who have AIDS. Cerebral lymphoma is very rare.

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Last Updated: Sep 13, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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