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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Pseudolymphoma
| synonyms        = Cutaneous pseudolymphoma, Lymphocytoma cutis
| field          = [[Dermatology]], [[Hematology]]
| symptoms        = Skin lesions, nodules, plaques
| complications  = Rarely may progress to [[lymphoma]]
| onset          = Variable
| duration        = Chronic
| causes          = [[Drug reaction]], [[Infection]], [[Tattoo]]
| risks          = [[Autoimmune disease]], [[Infection]]
| diagnosis      = [[Biopsy]], [[Histopathology]]
| differential    = [[Lymphoma]], [[Sarcoidosis]], [[Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma]]
| treatment      = [[Corticosteroids]], [[Surgical excision]], [[Radiation therapy]]
| prognosis      = Generally good, but requires monitoring
| frequency      = Rare
}}
'''Pseudolymphoma''' is a term used to describe a group of disorders that resemble [[lymphomas]], but are benign in nature. These conditions are characterized by benign [[lymphoproliferative disorders]] that mimic malignant lymphomas in their clinical, morphological, and immunophenotypic features. Pseudolymphomas can occur in various parts of the body, including the skin, lung, liver, and other organs.
'''Pseudolymphoma''' is a term used to describe a group of disorders that resemble [[lymphomas]], but are benign in nature. These conditions are characterized by benign [[lymphoproliferative disorders]] that mimic malignant lymphomas in their clinical, morphological, and immunophenotypic features. Pseudolymphomas can occur in various parts of the body, including the skin, lung, liver, and other organs.
== Classification ==
== Classification ==
Pseudolymphomas are classified based on the organ system they affect. Some of the common types include:
Pseudolymphomas are classified based on the organ system they affect. Some of the common types include:
* '''Cutaneous pseudolymphoma''': This is the most common type of pseudolymphoma, which affects the skin. It is also known as [[lymphocytoma cutis]].
* '''Cutaneous pseudolymphoma''': This is the most common type of pseudolymphoma, which affects the skin. It is also known as [[lymphocytoma cutis]].
* '''Pulmonary pseudolymphoma''': This type affects the lungs and is also known as [[lymphoid interstitial pneumonia]].
* '''Pulmonary pseudolymphoma''': This type affects the lungs and is also known as [[lymphoid interstitial pneumonia]].
* '''Hepatic pseudolymphoma''': This type affects the liver.
* '''Hepatic pseudolymphoma''': This type affects the liver.
== Symptoms ==
== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of pseudolymphoma vary depending on the organ system involved. In general, patients may experience symptoms similar to those of lymphomas, such as swelling of the lymph nodes, fatigue, and weight loss.
The symptoms of pseudolymphoma vary depending on the organ system involved. In general, patients may experience symptoms similar to those of lymphomas, such as swelling of the lymph nodes, fatigue, and weight loss.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of pseudolymphoma can be challenging due to its similarity to malignant lymphomas. It typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging studies, and histopathological examination. [[Immunohistochemistry]] is often used to differentiate pseudolymphoma from true lymphomas.
Diagnosis of pseudolymphoma can be challenging due to its similarity to malignant lymphomas. It typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging studies, and histopathological examination. [[Immunohistochemistry]] is often used to differentiate pseudolymphoma from true lymphomas.
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
The treatment of pseudolymphoma depends on the type and severity of the condition. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, or medication.
The treatment of pseudolymphoma depends on the type and severity of the condition. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, or medication.
== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Lymphoma]]
* [[Lymphoma]]
* [[Lymphoproliferative disorders]]
* [[Lymphoproliferative disorders]]
* [[Immunohistochemistry]]
* [[Immunohistochemistry]]
== References ==
== References ==
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Pseudolymphoma
Synonyms Cutaneous pseudolymphoma, Lymphocytoma cutis
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Skin lesions, nodules, plaques
Complications Rarely may progress to lymphoma
Onset Variable
Duration Chronic
Types N/A
Causes Drug reaction, Infection, Tattoo
Risks Autoimmune disease, Infection
Diagnosis Biopsy, Histopathology
Differential diagnosis Lymphoma, Sarcoidosis, Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Prevention N/A
Treatment Corticosteroids, Surgical excision, Radiation therapy
Medication N/A
Prognosis Generally good, but requires monitoring
Frequency Rare
Deaths N/A


Pseudolymphoma is a term used to describe a group of disorders that resemble lymphomas, but are benign in nature. These conditions are characterized by benign lymphoproliferative disorders that mimic malignant lymphomas in their clinical, morphological, and immunophenotypic features. Pseudolymphomas can occur in various parts of the body, including the skin, lung, liver, and other organs.

Classification[edit]

Pseudolymphomas are classified based on the organ system they affect. Some of the common types include:

  • Cutaneous pseudolymphoma: This is the most common type of pseudolymphoma, which affects the skin. It is also known as lymphocytoma cutis.
  • Pulmonary pseudolymphoma: This type affects the lungs and is also known as lymphoid interstitial pneumonia.
  • Hepatic pseudolymphoma: This type affects the liver.

Symptoms[edit]

The symptoms of pseudolymphoma vary depending on the organ system involved. In general, patients may experience symptoms similar to those of lymphomas, such as swelling of the lymph nodes, fatigue, and weight loss.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of pseudolymphoma can be challenging due to its similarity to malignant lymphomas. It typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging studies, and histopathological examination. Immunohistochemistry is often used to differentiate pseudolymphoma from true lymphomas.

Treatment[edit]

The treatment of pseudolymphoma depends on the type and severity of the condition. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, or medication.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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