The lymphatic system is crucial for removing toxins and excess fluid from the body, absorbing fats, and defending against infections. Common pathologies include lymphadenopathy, lymphedema, lymphangiomatosis, lymphoma, and lymphangitis, each with specific treatments ranging from medications to surgeries. Preventative measures for maintaining a healthy lymphatic system include hydration, massage, exercise, and dietary changes.

1. LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

2. LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
The lymphatic system is a
network of tissues and organs
that help rid the body of toxins,
waste and other unwanted
materials.

3. Lymphatic System Anatomy

4. Lymphatic System main’s functions
• Restoration of excess interstitial fluid and proteins to
the blood
• Absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the
digestive system and transport of these elements to
the venous circulation
• Defense against invading organisms

5. Lymphatic System
Pathologies

6. • Lymphadenopathy, refers to one
or more enlarged lymph nodes.
Small groups or individually
enlarged lymph nodes are
generally reactive in response
to infection or
inflammation.
• Treatment: Antibiotic medicines
and drainage of the lymph node.

7. • Lymphedema, is the swelling caused
by the accumulation of lymph, which
may occur if the lymphatic system is
damaged or has malformations. In an
extreme state, called elephantiasis.
• Treatment: excercises, wrapping the
part of body that has the problem,
massage, pneumatic compression,
compression garments.

8. • Lymphagiomatosis, is a disease involving multiple
cysts or lesions formed from lymphatic vessels.
• Treatment: Unfortunately, there is no standardized
treatment for lymphangiomatosis and no cure.

9. • Lymphoma, refers to cancer that arises
from lymphatic tissue. Lymphoid leukemias and
lymphomas are now considered to be tumors of the
same type of cell lineage.
• Treatment: Chemotherapy, radiation
therapy, laparotomy.

10. • Lymphangitis is an inflammation or an infection of
the lymphatic channels that occurs as a result of
infection at a site distal to the channel.
• Treatment: Patients with lymphangitis should be
treated with an appropriate antimicrobial agent.
Analgesics can be used to control pain, and anti-
inflammatory medications can help to reduce
inflammation and swelling. Hot, moist compresses
also help to reduce inflammation and pain.

11. Preventions
• Drink enough water daily
• Lymphatic drainage massage
• Get moving
• Eat more fruit on an empty stomach
• Alternate hot and cold showers
• Legs up the wall
• Look over your lymphatic nodes
• Use loose clothing
• Avoid infections