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Survivor of Misdiagnosed Hodgkin Lymphoma Warns of Uncommon Symptoms

Her advocacy highlights how subtle signs disguised as eczema delayed her diagnosis.

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Overview

  • Evans experienced severe rash, crushing fatigue and nosebleeds that were repeatedly attributed to eczema over nearly two years, delaying diagnostic imaging.
  • A chest X-ray in mid-2022 revealed a lung shadow and subsequent CT scans with biopsy confirmed Stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma.
  • She underwent six months of ABVD chemotherapy and described every stage—from PICC-line insertion to treatment side effects—as deeply traumatic.
  • After entering remission in March 2023, she rebuilt most of her physical strength despite lingering stamina issues and stabilised her mental health with therapy, ADHD medication and hormone replacement therapy.
  • She now uses her platform to educate healthcare professionals and the public about atypical lymphoma signs such as movable jaw lymph nodes and insect-like rashes to encourage earlier detection.