Jul 31, 2023 · The lymphatic system is a network of organs, vessels and tissues that move a colorless fluid called lymph back to your bloodstream. It’s part of your immune system.

Throughout your body, your lymphatic capillaries collect lymph and move it into larger lymphatic vessels. Along the way, the lymph fluid passes through lymph nodes, which filter and clean the …

Aug 22, 2023 · Lymph is colorless watery fluid flowing through your lymphatic system. It carries nutrients and proteins to your cells and tissues.

Sep 19, 2024 · Lymphatic drainage massage can ease swelling that occurs with a blocked lymphatic system. It moves waste toward your lymph nodes to rid your body of toxins.

When your lymphatic system doesn’t work well, your body accumulates fluid and may begin to swell. The swelling typically affects your arms and legs, but it can affect other areas of your …

May 5, 2025 · Lymph from small lymphatic capillaries flows into larger lymphatic vessels. These larger vessels — sometimes called tributaries — drain into your thoracic duct.

Lymph drains from your lymph vessels into your lymph nodes. As lymph moves through the node, immune cells work on marking, destroying and removing pathogens (germs) and damaged cells.

A lymphangioma, or lymphatic malformation, is a noncancerous, fluid-filled cyst that can form under your newborn’s skin, often on their head or neck. These cysts develop when lymph fluid …

May 10, 2022 · Dye is injected into lymphatic vessels so that X-ray technology can view and take pictures of lymphatic structures. The test helps healthcare providers diagnose and manage …

Jul 23, 2024 · You get elephantiasis through tiny parasitic worms (filarial worms) that infect your lymphatic system. These parasites block your lymphatic capillaries and cause fluid (lymph) to …