Question 1

abdominal, pelvic, right hip lymphedema, fevers suddenly began in 2011. no known cause. i understand lymphatic system blockage. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is complex and needs special attention now.
Vascular and possible gyn surgical eval and imaging!

Question 2

the lymphatic system is also called?

Accepted Answer

No other name: However, lymph nodes (the correct name) are sometimes called lymph "glands" (they're not glands, so it's a misnomer).

Question 3

what is the lymphatic system?

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Infection Defense: The lymph system is the part of the immune system comprising a network of conduits called lymphatic vessels that carry a clear fluid called lymph unidirectionally toward the heart. Lymphoid tissue is found in many organs, particularly the lymph nodes, and in the lymphoid follicles associated with the digestive system such as the tonsils. It is part of your body's infection fighting system.

Question 4

how to cleanse the lymphatic system?

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Alternative: Lymphotonic,   2  capsules 3  times a  ?Day.  Wheat  germ  grass  1oz/week.  Radish  juice. 5veges, 5fruits,  5  berries   lot  of  water.

Question 5

condition related to the lymphatic system?

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Many: Diseases related to the lymphatic system include lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes for various reasons), lymphoma, lymphatic filariasis, and lymphanginitis, .

Question 6

how does diet affect the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Immune system: Poor diet can lead to low white cell counts and poor immune response.

Question 7

what's the function of the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Leak Patrol: The blood vessels leak approximately 1-3% of the fluid traveling through them.  The lymph system picks up that extra fluid and (with the help of the skeletal muscles as they flex and relax) slowly returns it to the heart where it rejoins the rest of the fluid.

Question 8

are there exercises for the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercises: Aerobic exercises are of repetitive movements that occur over a period of time. Common aerobic exercises are walking, running, and biking. By using various muscle groups, a person pumps blood and lymphatic fluid throughout his body, which ultimately maximizes his body's health from good fluid flow.

Question 9

what can you tell me about the lymphatic system?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic system: The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system, comprising a network of conduits called lymphatic vessels that carry a clear fluid called lymph (from latin lympha 'water goddess')directionally towards the heart.

Question 10

what are the lymphatic system parts and its functions?

Accepted Answer

Immune sys highway!: Think of the lymphatic system as a highway for the immune system. Immune cells are transported along lymphatic vessels and stop by lymph nodes, which are meeting points where these immune cells can meet and interact. If an antigen presenting cell encounters a pathogen in the tissues, it will use the lymphatic system to carry a sample to the lymph node and find other cells that recognize it.

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