Hi there

the only thing a CT scan will be able to show are enlarged lymph nodes and other abnormalities - it isn't possible to diagnose lymphoma from this scan.

if the specialists suspect lymphoma they will more than likely request a biopsy and more blood tests in order to find out.

a biopsy is the only way to diagnose lymphoma

Thank you anxious as a mouse. 
 

So I guess that means it isn't possible to rule it out either? I guess I was hoping that the lymph nodes might show up as slightly more dense or a different shape or something with lymphoma. So I guess that's not the case?
 

I see you've been here since 2021 are you pre diagnosis or diagnosed? Is everything ok for you? 

Thank you anxious as a mouse. 
 

So I guess that means it isn't possible to rule it out either? I guess I was hoping that the lymph nodes might show up as slightly more dense or a different shape or something with lymphoma. So I guess that's not the case?
 

I see you've been here since 2021 are you pre diagnosis or diagnosed? Is everything ok for you? 

All sorts Of different factors go into diagnosing lymphoma. The scan will be useful in determining how many lymph nodes might be swollen, and if there is involvement with any other part of the body. 
 

I was diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma in December 2021, been in remission a year now. My best advice would be don't try to second guess these things or jump too far ahead, have the scan, have the tests and let the specialists take care of the rest. If there is a problem they will tell you 

You're so right, second guessing is pointless. Thank you. 
 

im sorry to hear about your diagnosis but delighted to hear you're in remission, it's really kind of you to come back in and ease the minds of those of us who are worrying pre diagnosis. 

Hi did you get your results? Hope all was ok for you x