2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system What are the functions of the lymphatic system? What is the importance of the lymphatic system as it relates to immunity? How do you relate the body’s use of nutrients to the lymphatic system? What are some disorders of the lymphatic system and how are they treated? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system What are the functions of the lymphatic system? 1 Fluid Balance 2 Lymphocyte Production 3 Filtration 4 Immunity 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Fluid balance Why is this important? What happens during this process? What is the relevance to health? ____Fluid IN ____Fluid OUT 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Lymphocyte production What are lymphocytes? What do they do? What is their relevance to health? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Filtration What does a filter do? How do filters relate to the lymphatic system? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Immunity Notes Handout 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Immunity What is immunity? Think about how sneezing relates to immunity. 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Natural immunity Discuss natural immunity 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Natural immunity Discuss the body’s natural immune processes seen in this picture. 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Acquired immunity: Passive Discuss passive acquired immunity 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Acquired immunity: Active Natural Discuss Acquired immunity Active Natural 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

The Lymphatic System Acquired immunity: Active Natural What is the relevance to health? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Acquired immunity: Active Artificial Discuss Acquired immunity Active Artificial 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Acquired immunity Active Artificial Should immunizations be required? Why or why not? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

The Lymphatic System REVIEW What are the functions of the lymphatic system? 1) Immunity 2) Fluid balance 3) Lymphocyte production 4) Filtration 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Anaphylactic shock Severe allergic reaction Commonly caused by food, medications, or insects s/s: skin reactions (hives, itching, paleness), feeling of warmth, lump in your throat, constriction of airway, tongue swelling, weak/rapid pulse, n/v, diarrhea, dizziness/fainting 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Anaphylaxis Diagnosis: skin or blood test to confirm Treatment: Epinephrine, oxygen, IV antihistamines/cortisone 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

The Lymphatic System Cancer -development of abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably -ability to infiltrate other tissue Who gets cancer? -anyone (age, history, lifestyle, health, environment) Why is it included in the lymphatic system? -easy entry into lymph vessels; transports/metastasizes

The Lymphatic System Hodgkin’s disease -cancer of the lymphatic system; compromises ability to fight infection -s/s: swollen lymph nodes, fatigue, fever/chills, night sweats, weight loss, loss of appetite, itching

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Hodgkin’s Lymphoma At risk: age 15-30/55+, males, prior exposure to Epstein Barr Virus, weakened immune system Treatment: Chemotherapy, Radiation, Stem Cell Transplant 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Infectious mononucleosis -aka mono; “the kissing disease” -caused by Epstein Barr Virus -s/s: fatigue, malaise, sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes/tonsils, headache, splenomegaly 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Mono Treatment: non-specific (treat symptoms as needed); mainly rest and fluids 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Lupus erythematosus Autoimmune disease s/s: fatigue, fever, joint pain, butterfly rash, skin lesions, Raynaud’s, SOB, chest pain, headaches, confusion, memory loss, dry eyes Treatment: NSAIDs, steroids, immunosuppressants 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Lymphadenitis -infection of the lymph nodes s/s: red, tender, swollen or hard lymph nodes 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Lymphadenitis Treatment: antibiotics, analgesics, anti-inflammatories, cold compress 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

The Lymphatic System Lymphedema -swelling generally in extremities What causes it? -removal of lymph nodes as result of cancer treatment Photo used with written permission by the Mayo Clinic.

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Lymphedema Treatment: Exercise, compression, massage 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Scleroderma -Hardening/tightening of skin What causes it? -overproduction of collagen 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Scleroderma What are some potential complications? Raynauds, pulmonary fibrosis, kidney failure, arrhythmias, pericarditis, dental decay Treatment: Medication, PT/OT, surgery 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system AIDS Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome -caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) How is it diagnosed? -blood or saliva tested *may take 12 weeks to develop 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system AIDS How is it transmitted? -contact with infected bodily fluids What is the incubation period? -few months to 10 years 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system AIDS s/s: fever, headache, muscle aches/joint pain, rash, sore throat, swollen lymph glands (neck) Treatment: no cure, medication available to control the virus 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Tonsillitis -s/s: red/swollen tonsils, white/yellow patches, sore throat, painful swallowing, fever, HA, stiff neck, bad breath, 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system Tonsillitis Treatments: rest, fluids, treat symptoms (lozenges, ibuprofen, Tylenol, etc.), saltwater gargle, antibiotics Why would you have your tonsils removed? Recurring, chronic tonsillitis, resistance to antibiotic 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system

2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system What are the functions of the lymphatic system? What is the importance of the lymphatic system as it relates to immunity? How do you relate the body’s use of nutrients to the lymphatic system? What are some disorders of the lymphatic system and how are they treated? 2.04 Understand the functions and disorders of the lymphatic system