Hodgkin's lymphoma is a B-cell neoplasm that typically manifests with gradual lymphadenopathy progression over weeks to months. However, we present an exceptional case of Hodgkin's lymphoma marked by an unusually rapid development of lymphadenopathy within an hour. A 30-year-old male presented with a left neck swelling that occurred within an hour and then remained stable in size for three days, prompting an investigation revealing widespread lymphadenopathy consistent with Hodgkin's lymphoma. This case outlines the importance of recognizing and investigating unusual presentations of Hodgkin's lymphoma promptly, emphasizing the necessity for expedited diagnosis and intervention.
Keywords: hematologic malignancy; hodgkin's lymphoma; non hodgkin's lymphoma; rapid onset lymphadenopathy; reed-sternberg cells.
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