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What are some substances that are filtered from the lymph while it is in lymph nodes?
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Do Deodorant use affect lymph nodes?
The use of deodorant should not affect lymph nodes. Deodorant is applied on the skin. Lymph stays inside the body in the lymph system. While a very small amount of deodorant could enter the body through the pores, it is miniscule and not enough to affect the lymph nodes.
What is the odd organ out in this list thyroid gland - thymus - spleen - lymph nodes?
Thyroid is the odd organ among the thyroid, thymus, spleen and lymph nodes. The other three are part of the immune system, while the thyroid is not.
Lymph nodes?
The lymphatic system is a complex network of thin vessels, valves, ducts, nodes, and organs. It helps to protect and maintain the fluid environment of the body by producing, filtering, and conveying lymph and by producing various blood cells.Lymph nodes play an important part in the body's defense against infection. The most common cause of swollen lymph nodes is infection, which might occur even if the infection is trivial or not. Afferent lymph vessels bring unfiltered fluids into the lymph node to be filtered while efferent vessels carry clean fluids away from the lymph node and to the cardiovascular system where it helps form the plasma in the blood.Overall, lymph nodes work like a biological filtering system. When the body is invaded by foreign organisms, the painful swelling sometimes felt in the neck, armpits, groin, or tonsils comes from the microorganisms being trapped inside collections of lymph cells or nodes. Eventually, these organisms are destroyed and eliminated by cells that line the walls of the lymph nodes and the swelling and pain subside.Reviewed ByReview Date: 05/13/2010Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Can lymph nodes swell during pregnancy?
Sure. Just because you are pregnant does not mean these glands quit working. Being swollen does not mean you are pregnant either. Lymph nodes swell because you have an infection not because you are pregnant. some infections can be serious while pregnant so get checked out by a doctor.
How does the composition of the lymph in the cisterna chyli different from that in the general lymphatic stream?
Lymph cisterna chyli has a conduit for the product of digestion while the general lymphatic stream gets intersistual fluids and white blood cells and goes through the lymph nodes to be cleaned before being sent back to the blood.
What returns leaked fluids to the blood and help fight things that make you sick?
This job belongs to the lymph system. It carries exccess fluid back into the circulatory system and it's lymph nodes are places where white blood cells mature and live while waiting for some infection to conquer.
Is there a connection between lymph and blood?
Yes! Lymph is an important part of the circulatory system. It helps maintain the fluid balance in blood by carrying fluid from extracellular environments into the blood stream (such as water, proteins, and other substances). Lymph also plays a primary role in one's immunity because it is rich in white blood cells (lymph nodes are also the sight for lymphocyte production, which remove microorganisms and other foreign materials by utilization of phagocytosis). The two main ducts that drain lymph into the bloodstream include: 1.) right lymphatic duct- drains lymph from upper right portion of body into the right subclavian vein. 2.) thoracic duct- drains lymph from the rest of the body to the left subclavian vein (just before it becomes the superior vena cava).
Is the phrase swollen glands refers to swelling of the sweat glands?
No, the phrase "swollen glands" does not refer to the swelling of the sweat glands. Swollen glands are the enlargement of the lymph nodes while the sweat glands are a part of the endocrine system.
What are the effects of lymphoma?
Lymphoma is a disease of a part of the immune system, the lymph nodes. Normally, the lymph nodes serve as "sentries" of our bodies defense against disease. When bacteria or viruses enter the body, the cells of the lymph node divide to fight it. However, sometimes the cells in a lymph node begin to multiply without any reason, and make a tumor. Lymphoma causes a lump or mass, although sometimes it's internal and can't be felt by examination. Lymphoma may also cause the patient to be tired, weak, prone to infections, or have a fever. There may be weight loss. Lymphoma has many different types; some are easily treated, while some are very deadly.
What is the difference between afferent and efferent nerve fibers?
Afferent refers to pathways leading to the cortex (ie, sensory). Efferent are pathways leading away (ie, motor). You are *affected* by a situation, you *effect* change on someone else.
What are some signs of HIV if you have it?
HIV is a terrible disease. Some symptoms can include severe headaches or migraines. If these last a while, consult your doctor. Another symptom is swollen of lymph nodes. The last symptom is a severe sore throat. Those are signs of HIV.
How do you cure swollen lymph nodes behind ears?
If it is a lymph node that is swollen and painful, you should see a doctor to have it diagnosed and treated. Sometimes the salivary glands can be painful and swollen in front of the ear if the duct that the saliva flows through to your mouth gets blocked. If it is only on one side, came on very suddenly and perhaps while you were eating, that might be the cause of the swelling. If so, sometimes you can wash out the plug by eating something very sour to make lots of saliva flow through the saliva duct, such as sucking on a lemon. If that does not quickly resolve the problem, then definitely seek medical attention, swollen lymph nodes can indicate infection and other disorders that need to be treated without delay.
