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The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

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allergist   show
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show specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the blood and blood-forming tissues.  
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immunologist   show
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oncologist   show
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show also known as INTERSTITIAL FLUID, is plasma that flows out of the capillaries of the circulatory system into the spaces between the cells.  
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show usually referred to simply as lymph, is intercellular fluid as it returns to the venous circulatory system. removes waste product from the cells.  
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lymph capillaries   show
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right lymphatic duct   show
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thoracic duct   show
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show are specialized lymph capillaries located in the villi of small intestine.  
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show are masses of lymphatic tissue that form a protective ring around the nose and upper throat.  
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show are located in the neck.  
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show are located under the arms.  
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show are located in the inguinal(groin) area of the lower abdomen.  
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show also known as NASOPHARYNGEAL TONSILS, are located in the nasopharynx.  
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palatine tonsils   show
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lingual tonsils   show
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vermiform appendix   show
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peyer's patches   show
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spleen   show
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hemolytic   show
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thymus   show
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lymphadenitis   show
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lymphadenopathy   show
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show is the continued presence of enlarged lymph nodes.  
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lymphangiogram   show
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lymphangioma   show
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show is an abnormal accumulation of lymphatic fluid that causes swelling usually in the arms or legs.  
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show which is a hereditary disorder, may occur at any time in life. it can affect any of the limbs.  
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secondary lymphedema   show
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show wraps the body in a physical barrier that prevents invading organisms from entering the body.  
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show traps breathed-in foreign matter with nose hairs and the moist mucous membranes that line the respiratory system.  
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digestive system   show
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show structures and cells are essential components in fighting invaders once they have entered the body.  
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show is any substance such as a virus, bacterium, toxin, or tissue that the body regards as foreign.  
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show is a disease-fighting protein created by the immune system in response to the presence of that specific antigen.  
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antigen-antibody reaction   show
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lymphocytes   show
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show also known as a B lymphocyte, is designed to make only one specific antibody against a specific antigen.  
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immunoglobulin(Ig)   show
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show produce and secrete antibodies coded to match the antigen.  
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complement   show
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T cells   show
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interferon   show
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show which are produced by the T cells, direct the immune response by signaling between the cells of the immune system.  
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show which is a type of phagocyte, protects the body by ingesting(eating) invading cells and by interacting with the other cells of the immune system.  
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show is a large WBC that can ingest(eat) and destroy substances such as cell debris, dust, pollen, and pathogens.  
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immunity   show
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natural immunity   show
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show is obtained by the development of antibodies during an attack of an infectious disease.  
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show also known as IMMUNIZATION, is immunity that was acquired through vacination.  
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oppurtunistic infection   show
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show also known as HYPERSESITIVITY, is an overreation by the body to a particular antigen.  
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show is an antigen that is capable of inducing an allergic response.  
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show also known as a LOCALIZED or DELAYED ALLERGIC RESPONSE, the body does not react the first time it is exposed to the allergen.  
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systemic reaction   show
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show is a diagnostic test to identify commonly troublesome allergens such as tree pollen and ragweed.  
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show are medications administered to block and control allergic reations.  
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show is a condition in which the immune system misreads normal antigens and creates antibodies and directs T cells against the body's own tissues.  
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immunodeficiency disorder   show
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show when the immune system is weakened.  
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show are hereditary.  
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human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)   show
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acquired immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS)   show
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enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)   show
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western blot test   show
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immunotherapy   show
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show also known as IMMUNE SERUM, are used as a postexposure preventive measure against certain viruses including rabies and some types of hepatitis.  
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show is used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis and some cancers.  
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monoclonal antibodies(MAbs)   show
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immunosuppression   show
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show is a drug that prevents or reduces the body's normal reactions to invasion by disease or by foreign tissues.  
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show is a hormone-like preparation used primarily as an anti-inflammatory and as an immunosuppressant.  
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show kills or damages cells.  
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antineoplastic   show
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pathogen   show
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microorganism   show
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bacteria   show
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show are rod-shaped spore-forming bacteria. tetanus and tuberculosis are caused by bacilli.  
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show is a small bacterium that lives in lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPOTTED FEVER, which is caused by Rickettsia rickettsii, is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected tick.  
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spirochetes   show
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show are bacteria that form irregular groups or clusters. BACTERIAL PNEUMONIA is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.  
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streptococci   show
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show is a simple parasitic plant. ASPERGILLOSIS, which is an infection caused by a fungus.  
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yeast   show
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parasite   show
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show are very small infectious agents that live only by invading cells.  
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chickenpox   show
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show is an infection caused by a group of large herpes-type viruses with a wide variety of disease affects.  
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show also known as SHINGLES, is an acute viral infection characterized by painful skin eruptions that follow the underlying rout of the inflamed nerve.  
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infectious mononucleosis   show
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show is an acute, highly contagious viral disease transmitted by respiratory droplets.  
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show is an acute viral disease characterized by the swelling of the parotid glands.  
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show is an acute viral infection that may be transmitted to humans by the blood, tissue, or saliva of an infected animal.  
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show also known as GERMAN MEASLES or 3-DAY MEASLES, is a viral infection characterized by fever and a diffuse, fine, red rash.  
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antibiotic   show
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show is a substance that causes the death of bacteria. bactericides include primarily the antibiotic groups of penicilins and cephalosporins.  
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bacteriostatic   show
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show such as acyclovir, is used to treat viral infections or to provide temporary immunity. not effective against viruses.  
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oncology   show
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tumor   show
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angiogenesis   show
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show is a form of treatment being developed that will cut off this blood supply to the tumor.  
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benign   show
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show means harmful, tending to spread, becoming progressively worse, and life threatening.  
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show describes a malignant tumor in its original position that has not yet disturbed or invaded the surround tissues.  
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show grows and spreads into healthy adjacent tissue.  
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metastasize   show
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metastasis   show
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staging   show
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show is a malignant tumor that occurs in epithelial tissue.  
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adenocarcinoma   show
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sarcoma   show
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show is a malignant tumor usually involving the upper shaft of long bones, the pelvis, or knee.  
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show is a malignant tumor derived from muscle tissue.  
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show is an opportunistic infection frequently associated with HIV.  
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show is a general term applied to malignancies that develop in the lymphatic system.  
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hodgkin's disease(HL)   show
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non-Hodgkin's lymphomas(NHL)   show
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blastoma   show
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neuroblastoma   show
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retinoblastoma   show
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invasive ductal carcinoma   show
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show is breast cancer at its earliest stage (0) before the cancer has broken through the wall of the duct.  
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invasive lobular carcinoma   show
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show is the removal of tissue to confirm a diagnosis.  
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lumpectomy   show
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show is the surgical removal of an entire breast.  
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modified radical mastectomy   show
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male breast cancer   show
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show is the use of chemical agents and drugs in combinations selected to effectively destroy malignant cells and tissues.  
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show is the treatment of cancers through the use of x-rays.  
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show is the use of radioactive materials in contact with, or implanted into, the tissues to be treated.  
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show is radiation therapy administered at a distance from the body.  
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cytotechnologist   show
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show provides decongestive lymphatic therapy, including skin care, manual lymphatic massage, bandaging, exercises, and instruction in self-care to lymphedema patients.  
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