1. The document discusses lymphedema, which is abnormal accumulation of tissue proteins and fluid caused by malformation or damage to the lymphatic system.
2. It describes primary lymphedema caused by genetic defects and secondary lymphedema caused by surgery, radiation, trauma, or other insults that damage the lymphatic system.
3. Treatment involves complete decongestive physiotherapy including manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, exercise, and skin care to drain excess fluid and promote collateral lymphatic vessel growth.
The document describes the structure and function of the lymphatic system and immune system. The lymphatic system includes lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland, tonsils and other lymphatic tissues that work to remove excess fluid from tissues, absorb fatty acids, and transport white blood cells. The immune system protects the body from infection with non-specific defenses like skin and mucous membranes, and specific defenses like antibodies and lymphocytes that recognize and destroy pathogens.
The lymphatic system carries a clear fluid called lymph throughout the body via networks of thin tubes. The lymph transports infection-fighting lymphocytes, removes infectious cells, and carries fats from the intestine to the blood. Key organs involved include the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus. Lymph nodes and the spleen filter the lymph and blood, respectively. Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system that causes painless bumps in lymph nodes and general symptoms like fevers and weight loss. Treatment depends on the grade of lymphoma and may include waiting, radiation, or chemotherapy. Life expectancy with lymphoma varies significantly depending on the treatment received and response. Lymphatic obstructions can be caused by
The lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes connected by lymph vessels that carry lymph fluid throughout the body. It plays an essential role in the immune system by filtering pathogens and other foreign materials. When illness occurs, lymph nodes may swell as the lymphatic system works to produce more white blood cells and filter pathogens from the lymph. Several diseases can affect the lymphatic system, including lymphedema which causes fluid accumulation, lymphomas which are cancers of the lymph system, and infections that cause swelling of lymph nodes. Treatment for lymphatic diseases depends on the specific condition but may include antibiotics, surgery, chemotherapy or other medications.
The lymphatic system works with the cardiovascular system to return fluid to the bloodstream that has escaped into tissues. Lymph is tissue fluid that is picked up by lymph capillaries from interstitial fluid and contains oxygen, proteins, glucose and white blood cells. Lymph vessels carry lymph through lymph nodes which filter the lymph before returning it to the bloodstream via the thoracic duct or right lymphatic duct. Key components of the lymphatic system include lymph nodes, tonsils, spleen and thymus which help fight infection and return fluid to circulation.
1. The document discusses lymphedema, which is abnormal accumulation of tissue proteins and fluid caused by malformation or damage to the lymphatic system.
2. It describes primary lymphedema caused by genetic defects and secondary lymphedema caused by surgery, radiation, trauma, or other insults that damage the lymphatic system.
3. Treatment involves complete decongestive physiotherapy including manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, exercise, and skin care to drain excess fluid and promote collateral lymphatic vessel growth.
The document describes the structure and function of the lymphatic system and immune system. The lymphatic system includes lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland, tonsils and other lymphatic tissues that work to remove excess fluid from tissues, absorb fatty acids, and transport white blood cells. The immune system protects the body from infection with non-specific defenses like skin and mucous membranes, and specific defenses like antibodies and lymphocytes that recognize and destroy pathogens.
The lymphatic system carries a clear fluid called lymph throughout the body via networks of thin tubes. The lymph transports infection-fighting lymphocytes, removes infectious cells, and carries fats from the intestine to the blood. Key organs involved include the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus. Lymph nodes and the spleen filter the lymph and blood, respectively. Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system that causes painless bumps in lymph nodes and general symptoms like fevers and weight loss. Treatment depends on the grade of lymphoma and may include waiting, radiation, or chemotherapy. Life expectancy with lymphoma varies significantly depending on the treatment received and response. Lymphatic obstructions can be caused by
The lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes connected by lymph vessels that carry lymph fluid throughout the body. It plays an essential role in the immune system by filtering pathogens and other foreign materials. When illness occurs, lymph nodes may swell as the lymphatic system works to produce more white blood cells and filter pathogens from the lymph. Several diseases can affect the lymphatic system, including lymphedema which causes fluid accumulation, lymphomas which are cancers of the lymph system, and infections that cause swelling of lymph nodes. Treatment for lymphatic diseases depends on the specific condition but may include antibiotics, surgery, chemotherapy or other medications.
The lymphatic system works with the cardiovascular system to return fluid to the bloodstream that has escaped into tissues. Lymph is tissue fluid that is picked up by lymph capillaries from interstitial fluid and contains oxygen, proteins, glucose and white blood cells. Lymph vessels carry lymph through lymph nodes which filter the lymph before returning it to the bloodstream via the thoracic duct or right lymphatic duct. Key components of the lymphatic system include lymph nodes, tonsils, spleen and thymus which help fight infection and return fluid to circulation.