The spleen does not filter lymph - it is not connected to the lymphatic system in the same way as lymph nodes. It is a lymphoid tissue, however, with a role in the production of white blood cells that form part of the immune system.
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The lymphatic system can become dysfunctional if nodes, ducts, vessels or lymph tissues become blocked, infected, inflamed or cancerous. This can lead to a combination of two or three of the following broad features of lymphatic disorders: 1
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Symptoms usually include painless, enlarged lymph node or nodes in the neck, weakness, fever, weight loss, and anemia. Lymphadenitis is an infection of the lymph nodes usually caused by a virus, bacteria or fungi. Symptoms include redness or swelling around the lymph node. Lymphangitis. Lymphangitis is an inflammation of the lymph vessels.
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The lymphatic system comprises lymph vessels, ducts and nodes, as well as other tissues as described below. The lymphatic system works in a similar way to the blood circulatory system, and in close parallel as blood returns to the heart and lymph drains towards the heart. The lymphatic vessels form a network of branches that infiltrate almost all the body's tissues.
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Secondary lymphedema is the result of damage to or removal of a section of the lymphatic system. The actual swelling may not appear for months or even years. Cancer and the related treatments for cancer are a common cause of secondary lymphedema in the United States.
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Lymphatic disease is a class of disorders which directly affect the components of the lymphatic system. Examples include Castleman's disease and lymphedema. Diseases and disorder Hodgkin's Disease/Hodgkin's Lymphoma This is a type of cancer of the lymphatic system. It can start almost anywhere in the body. It is believed to be caused by HIV, Epstein-Barr Syndrome, age and family history.
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Lymphedema is the result of a malfunction in the lymphatic system. The dysfunction could be with the lymph vessels or with the lymph nodes. There are 2 main categories of lymphedema, Primary and Secondary: Primary lymphedema is when the person is born with a lymphatic dysfunction. Primary lymphedema may be present at birth, may develop at puberty, or may begin to show signs in adulthood. Primary lymphedema usually involves both legs and affects women more than men.
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Lymphatic disease is a class of disorders which directly affect the components of the lymphatic system. Examples include Castleman's disease and lymphedema. Diseases and disorder Hodgkin's Disease/Hodgkin's Lymphoma. This is a type of cancer of the lymphatic system. It can start almost anywhere in the body. It is believed to be caused by HIV, Epstein-Barr Syndrome, age and family history. Symptoms include weight loss, fever, swollen lymph nodes, night sweats, itchy skin, fatigue, chest pain, coughing or trouble swallowing. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
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Lymphedema is the chronic pooling of lymph fluid in the tissue. It usually starts in the feet or lower legs. It's also a side-effect of some surgical procedures. Lymphocytosis. Lymphocytosis is a high lymphocyte count. It can be caused by an infection, blood cancer, lymphoma, or autoimmune disorders that are accompanied by chronic swelling.
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lymph system dysfunction
The lymphatic system can become dysfunctional if nodes, ducts, vessels or lymph tissues become blocked, infected, inflamed or cancerous.