# A Case of Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma With Rapidly Developing Abdominal Distension As the Only First Clinical Presentation

**Authors:** Xiaoda Song, Yuchen Wei, Ning Zhang, Xiaohong Sun, Lin Kang

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.64837 · Cureus · 2024-07-18

## TL;DR

An elderly patient with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma first showed rapid abdominal swelling, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis in atypical presentations.

## Contribution

The paper adds a unique case emphasizing abdominal distension as an initial symptom of lymphoma in elderly patients.

## Key findings

- Abdominal distension was the sole initial symptom in an elderly patient with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.
- The case highlights the importance of considering lymphoma in atypical presentations among elderly patients.
- Treatment insights and literature review aim to improve diagnosis and treatment planning for similar cases.

## Abstract

This article presents a case study of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in an elderly patient whose initial clinical manifestation was rapidly developing abdominal distension. The article delves into the patient's diagnostic and treatment journey, highlights treatment insights, and reviews relevant literature. The aim is to enhance the clinical diagnosis accuracy for elderly lymphoma patients presenting with a singular atypical symptom, ultimately optimizing treatment plans and enriching clinicians' knowledge of the disease.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (MONDO:0018905)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** lymphoma (MESH:D008223), Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma (MESH:D016403), Abdominal Distension (MESH:D000007)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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