A 37-year-old member asked:
What are some diseases related to the lymphatic system?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bennett Werneranswered
Cardiology 46 years experience
See below: Hodgkin's disease and lymphoma are the 2 to be concerned about.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Similar questions
A 39-year-old member asked:
Condition related to the lymphatic system?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Elden Randanswered
Cardiology 23 years experience
Many: Diseases related to the lymphatic system include lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes for various reasons), lymphoma, lymphatic filariasis, and lymphanginitis, .
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 34-year-old member asked:
Can you tell me diseases that you can get from having a weak lymphatic system?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Venkata Chilakapatianswered
Internal Medicine - Cardiology 25 years experience
Lymphatic syetm.: Weak lymphatic system leads to weak immune system. You are more prone to bacterial and viral infections.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jan 4, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
