Lymphatic System

The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic capillaries and vessels, lymph nodes, the spleen, the thymus, the tonsils, and lymph itself. Some of the fluid that is deposited into the tissues from the blood is taken up by lymphatic capillaries where it becomes lymph. Lymphatic capillaries and vessels have valves that prevent back flow, ensuring one-way flow of lymphatic fluids. Lymphatic capillaries eventually converge to form lymphatic vessels, which are similar in comparison to veins. Lymphatic vessels eventually converge to empty back into the bloodstream via the right lymphatic duct, emptying into the right subclavian vein and the thoracic duct, emptying into the left subclavian vein. Lymphatic vessels on the right side of the head, neck, chest and the right upper limb converge into the right lymphatic duct while the rest of the body’s lymphatic vessels converge into the thoracic duct.
The lymphatic organs, which consist of the tonsils, the spleen, the thymus and the lymph nodes, are made up of lymphatic tissues that contain cells like lymphocytes and macrophages. These organs are …show more content…
When it comes to tumors or masses, they can be either benign or malignant. However, when it comes to lymphoma we are referring to a cancerous disease involving the lymphatic system. A lymphoma primarily begins within the lymphocytes, which are the cells within the lymphatic system that are involved in the destruction of invasive microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. Lymphocytes are found throughout the entire lymphatic system. Because of this, its corresponding tissues and organs, including but not limited to lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, organs such as the spleen and tonsils, and even the bone marrow can be infected by lymphoma. When someone develops lymphoma, his or her lymphocytes go through a mutation that results in the uncontrollable cellular division and growth of those