How Is Lymphoid Hyperplasia Treated?

Currently, standard treatments for benign lymphoid hyperplasia of the orbit include the use of oral steroids, at least for the first episode, and for recurrent or refractory cases, external-beam radiation therapy, usually consisting of 20 to 30 Gy delivered in 10 to 15 fractions.

Is lymphoid hyperplasia serious?

Lymphoid hyperplasia of the intestinal tract is a nonspecific reactive change. In most instances it is associated with a benign clinical course and requires no treatment. It has been noted in association with several specific disease entities, but most often the cause has not been defined.

What causes lymphoid hyperplasia?

Lymphoid hyperplasia is an increase in the number of normal cells (called lymphocytes) that are contained in lymph nodes. This most often happens when there is an infection with bacteria, viruses, or other types of germs and is part of the body's reaction to the infection.