Problem
Diseases of the lymphatic system
Experimental visualization of narrower problems
Other Names:
Lymphovenous disordersLymphatic conditions
Lymphadenopathy
Impairments of the lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes
Nature:
The lymphatic system has the pressure of thousands of tiny hearts which pump lymph fluid throughout our bodies. When the flow of this fluid is interrupted or impaired, swelling of the tissues and other problems can result.
Incidence:
Individuals may be born with lymphovenous conditions, or develop these conditions and have them diagnosed later in life. Some individuals may acquire lymphovenous disorders as a result of the removal of lymph nodes during surgery or through damage to the nodes and lymphatic vessels following radiation used in the treatment of cancer. Other causes may include trauma to the limb or parasitic infiltration of the lymph nodes and vessels (such as lymphatic filariasis, common in tropical areas). In fact, it is estimated that as many as one quarter of world's population is affected by lymphatic filariasis.
Broader Problems:
Human disease and disabilityDefective immune system Narrower Problems:
DropsyHaemangiomaLymphadenitisKlippel-Trenaunay syndrome Non-infective lymphatic channel diseasesNeoplasms of lymphatic and haematopoietic tissue Related Problems:
RubellaTyphoid feverScarlet feverDisharmonies of the Lung in the bodyDisharmonies of the Spleen in the bodyCongenital anomalies of circulatory systemPattern of mucous lingering in the meridians Aggravates:
LymphedemaKidney disordersBlood cell diseasesDiseases and injuries of the brainDiseases of the blood circulation system Strategies:
Studying diseases of the lymphatic system Organizations:
International Society for Cutaneous LymphomasInternational Society of LymphologyInternational Conference on Lymphatic Tissues and Germinal Centres in Immune Reactions Subject(s):
Health Care → HandicappedMedicine → Glandular system
Medicine → Pathology
Transportation, Telecommunications → Vessels
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST