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Depends on a couple of factors: What is her overall health like otherwise? What kind of treatment is recommended for this type of lymphoma? Many older people do very well with treatment for serious diseases, but if they are already feeble and debilitated, the treatment may be too much for them. This is another question where the answer is: "Ask her doctor." If you are involved in making treatment decisions, you need to ask the doctor what treatment would be like and what not treating would be like, then discuss both options with the patient. Best of luck.
The average life expectancy for a woman in the United States is 69 years.
The average life expectancy of a woman born in 1936 was around 63 years.
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The life expectancy of a woman born in 1931 in the United States was around 63 years. However, it's important to note that life expectancy can vary depending on factors such as location, lifestyle, and access to healthcare.
men: 75, woman: 80