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What are the referral criteria for a patient with suspected Hodgkin Lymphoma to a specialist for further evaluation?

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Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence)
Generated by iatroX. Developer: Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner).
Last reviewed: 16 August 2025

Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks) for adults presenting with unexplained lymphadenopathy, taking into account associated symptoms such as fever, night sweats, shortness of breath, pruritus, weight loss, or alcohol-induced lymph node pain 1.

Consider a very urgent referral (for an appointment within 48 hours) for specialist assessment in children and young people presenting with unexplained lymphadenopathy, considering associated symptoms such as fever, night sweats, shortness of breath, pruritus, or weight loss 1.

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