Medical Terms: Lymph System PDF
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This document provides definitions for various medical terms related to the lymphatic system. The terms include lymphadenopathy, lymphoma, lymphadenitis, lymphangioma, lymphocytosis, lymphedema, lymphadenectomy, lymphangiography, and lymphopenia. The definitions cover swelling, cancer, inflammation, and imaging procedures related to the lymphatic system.
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Term Mean Lymphadenopathy Swelling or enlargement of the lymph nodes. Lymphoma A type of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Lymphadenitis Inflammation of the lymph nodes,...
Term Mean Lymphadenopathy Swelling or enlargement of the lymph nodes. Lymphoma A type of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Lymphadenitis Inflammation of the lymph nodes, often due to infection. Lymphangioma A benign tumor made up of lymphatic vessels. Lymphocytosis An increase in the number of lymphocytes in the blood. Lymphedema Swelling caused by a buildup of lymph fluid, usually in the arms or legs. Lymphadenectomy The surgical removal of lymph nodes. Lymphangiography An imaging test to look at the lymphatic system using x-rays. Lymphopenia A lower-than-normal number of lymphocytes in the blood
