Lymphatic Flashcards
Which larger system is the lymphatic system apart of?
Immune system
The lymphatic systems main functions…
- protects body from diseases
- circulates fluids called lymph
- absorbs and transports fats
- manages the bodies fluid levels
- detects cancer cells
The lymphatic system reduces _____________ and helps fight in fevers to make all systems run smoother
SWELLING
What systems do the lymphatic system mainly work with
Circulartory (restore nutrients within blood)
Musculoskeletal (drains and prevents tissue swelling)
ORGANS IN LYMPH SYSTEM
Tonsils
Thymus
Lymph nodes
Lymphatic vessels
Spleen
Lymphoid tissues
Bone marrow
What organ is?
-Located at the back of the throat
-Type of lymphoid tissue
-Trap germs coming in through the mouth and nose
-Helps in the infection clearing properties
TONSILS
Where is the thymus located
Inside the rib cage
The Thymus …
Filters and monitors blood contents
Produces cells called T-LYMPHOCYTES
true or false?
T-LYMPHOCYTES are a type or red blood cells
FALSE. Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell
Where are T-LYMPHOCYTES located?
in LYMPH NODES
what do T-LYMPHOCYTES help fight?
IMMUNE CHALLENGES
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LYMPH NODES are found…
Throat
Armpits
Chest
Abdomen
Groin
True or false? Lymph nodes are arranged in chains or groups
TRUE
Lymph nodes are located in fatty tissues near…
Veins and arteries
Do lymph nodes filter lymph with the help of white blood cells located within T-LYMPHOCYTES?
YES they do indeed 🫢
Lymphatic vessels are found
Mouth
Armpit
Throat
Intestines
Groin
T/F Lymph capillaries are smaller and take up fluid
True true honey boo boo
Lymph vessels: larger, have muscles that pulsate, and ___________ to stop lymph from flowing the wrong way
VALVES
T/F - Lymphatic vessels transport lymph nodes to lymph
False - the lymph vessels transport lymph to lymph nodes
Spleen is located on…
Left side of abdomen area under the diaphragm
What is the largest lymphatic organ?
The spleen
The general functions of a spleen is to
Filter and monitor blood contents
Produces and stores cells (WBC - antibodies)
Destroyed old and defective RBC
increases blood volume if blood is being lost quickly
What is found in the
Appendix
Small intestine (Peyers patch)
And tonsils
Lymphoid tissue
T/F - lymphoid tissue is needed for organs exposed to outside environments and helps with immune defence
True honey boo boo
Where is bone marrow found
Center of bone
In addition:
Creates WBC (white blood cells) , RBC , platelets, and stem cells which mature to LYMPHOCYTES
WHAT COLOUR IS LYMPH
clear or white fluid
WHAT IS LYMPH MADE UP FROM
White blood cells
T/F - lymph contains proteins and fats
True true honey boo boo
T/F Lymph is found in body tissues
T r u e
Lymph drains from __________ into the _______________
Tissues
Bloodstream
LEFT SIDE
thoracic duct
Located near lower part of spine
Collects lymph from:
- pelvis
- abdomen
- lower chest
LEFT SIDE…
runs through the __________ and empties through a _______ near left side of neck
Chest
Vein
RIGHT SIDE COLLECTS LYMPH FROM?
• right side of neck
• arm
• chest
RIGHT SIDE…
Empties through a _______ near the
_______ side of neck
Vein
Right
LYMPH ORGANS WORKING TOGETHER FILL IN THE BLANKS
The organs work together in a system of _______ tubes that carry lymph and _________ blood cells. Each organs has a role from __________ the lymph out of the tissues to transporting it so that it can be cleaned, and finally __________ lymph into the ____________
THIN
WHITE
DRAINING
RELEASED
BLOODSTREAM
CWOS (connections with other systems)
- circulatory systems
• blood vessels
• lymph gets drained into the bloodstream
CWOS
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
• absorbs fat in intestines
CWOS
RESPIRATORY
• lymph nodes and lymphatics are found in lungs
CWOS
MUSCULOSKELETAL
• bone marrow
• drains lymph out of tissues
• prevents swelling in tissues
what is LYMPHEDEMA (chronic)
- swelling due to build up of lymph
- happens in legs and arms
The guild un lymph system carries fluid and cells to fight infections
Causes of lymphedema
- cancer treatment
Cancer tumours block lymph system due to enlargement of size - surgery to remove tumour can also remove lymph nodes which causes fluid build up in tissue
- radiation treatment damages lymph vessels
Symptoms of lymphedema
- swelling
- infection
- difficulty moving
Treatment of lymphedema
Medications (antibiotics to reduce swell)
Exercise helps move lymph out of swollen parts
Manual lymph drainage (massage therapy to improve lymph flow)
Compression garments and bandages
- encourages drainage
Gorham’s disease (chronic) - what is it and causes
Bone loss due to large lymphatic vessels
Chances bone formation
3 Gorhams disease treatments?
Medications (antibiotics) - target lymphatic vessels that have grown abnormally
Surgery (bone implants, stabilize and remove affected bones)
Radiation therapy - treat pain and other symptoms, helps with fluid leakage
WHAT IS PLE (protein-losing enteropathy)
When there is too much protein leaks into intestines
Examples are celiac disease and cardiac diseases
What’s is the cause of PLE (chronic)?
Long lasting health conditions:
- lymphatic vessel issues
- heart disease (and it’s surgery)
- benign and malignant tumours
- gastrointestinal issues
Symptoms of PLE
Swollen legs and arms
Fluid buildup
Troubles with digestion
Issues with weight gain
Troubles with fighting infections
Treatment of PLE
Radiation - fix abnormal vessels
Surgery - removes growth
Diet changes - mainly helps for celiac disease
Medications (antibiotics) - helps lingering infections
