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Treating MALT lymphoma
MALT lymphoma is a slow‑growing (low-grade) lymphoma that usually, but not always, starts in the stomach.
MALT lymphoma involving the stomach may be triggered by a bacterial infection. Some people with this type of MALT lymphoma just need antibiotics – these treat both the infection and the lymphoma.
If you need other treatment, you should be offered chemotherapy with rituximab, or radiotherapy. Your care team will explain which treatment is most suitable for you. They may suggest a period of watch and wait if you feel well and the lymphoma is not causing you problems.