Function of the Lymphatics
This is the primary role of the lymphatic system in the body.
What is draining excess interstitial fluid and filtering pathogens?
These lymph nodes are located directly under the chin.
What are the submental nodes?
Swollen lymph nodes are a common sign of this.
What is infection?
This viral infection, also known as the "kissing disease," often causes swollen lymph nodes in the neck.
What is mononucleosis?
Lymph flows in this direction, aided by valves to prevent backflow.
What is towards the heart?
Lymph nodes filter this substance to remove bacteria and other harmful particles.
What is Lymph?
These lymph nodes are found along the jawline and drain the face.
What are the submandibular?
Lymph nodes may feel this way when palpated during an infection.
What is tender or enlarged?
This bacterial infection often leads to swelling of cervical lymph nodes and a sore throat.
What is strep throat?
The Thymus is an organ associated with the lymphatic and immune systems. It produces what type of cells
What are T-lymphocytes?
These immune cells are activated in lymph nodes to fight infections.
What are lymphocytes?
This major group of lymph nodes runs along the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
What are the deep cervical lymph nodes?
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck may indicate an infection in these areas.
What are the throat, ears, or sinuses?
Tuberculosis can cause swelling in this specific group of lymph nodes in the neck.
What are the cervical lymph nodes?
The lymphatic system lacks this feature, which makes it dependent on muscle movements to circulate lymph.
What is a pump?
The lymphatic system helps transport this type of nutrient absorbed from the intestines.
What are lipids (or fats)?
These lymph nodes, located behind the ear, drain the scalp and auricle.
What are postauricular (or retroauricular) lymph nodes?
A red, warm, and swollen lymph node may suggest this more serious condition.
What is lymphadenitis?
This autoimmune condition leads to chronic inflammation of the lymphatic system and nodes.
What is lupus or rheumatoid arthritis?
These organs, located in the pharynx, are part of the lymphatic system and help protect against inhaled or ingested pathogens.
What are the tonsils?
The lymphatic system helps maintain this balance in the body.
What is fluid balance?
This group of nodes, near the parotid gland, drains the lateral face and scalp.
What are the preauricular lymph nodes?
Persistent swelling of lymph nodes without infection might be a sign of this.
What is cancer or lymphoma?
This type of cancer specifically affects the lymphatic system and can present with swollen lymph nodes
What is lymphoma (or Hodgkin’s disease)?
This organ in the lymphatic system filters blood, recycles red blood cells, and stores white blood cells.
What is the spleen?