Describe health issues related to the lymphatic system

Health Issues Related to The Lymphatic System of Humans

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Health Issues Related to The Human Lymphatic System

Introduction

Tissue fluid that is not returned to the blood circulatory system will accumulate in the intercellular space.
This will result in the swelling of the body tissues.
This condition is known as oedema.
Oedema may be caused by a number of factors such as pregnancy, prolonged bedridden, deficiency in plasma protein and parasitic infection.

Health Issues Related to The Lymphatic System of Humans

10.8

Health Issues Related to The Human Lymphatic System

Introduction

Tissue fluid that is not returned to the blood circulatory system will accumulate in the intercellular space.
This will result in the swelling of the body tissues.
This condition is known as oedema.
Oedema may be caused by a number of factors such as pregnancy, prolonged bedridden, deficiency in plasma protein and parasitic infection.