Diseases Associated with Lymphoid Organs
Many diseases and disorders often affect the lymphoid organs. Some of these diseases are stated below:
- Nezelof Syndrome: This congenital disorder results in atrophy of the thymus.
- Lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin are the cancer of lymph nodes.
- Lymphadenopathy: It causes the swelling of lymph nodes.
- Lymphadenitis: It occurs when lymph nodes are infected by bacteria, fungi, or viruses
- Lymphangitis: It is the inflammation or swelling of the lymphoid organs due to bacterial, fungal, or viral infections.
- Tonsilitis: Bacterial and viral infections result in swelling of tonsils which is termed tonsilitis.
What Are Lymphoid Organs?
Lymphoid organs are part of the lymphatic system that performs many immunological functions. The lymphatic system is comprised of organs, vessels, lymph nodes, and lymph. Lymphoid organs are mainly of two types-primary and secondary lymphoid organs. The primary lymphoid organs or the central lymphoid organs such as bone marrow and thymus are the site of the maturation of lymphocytes. In contrast, the secondary lymphoid organs, also known as peripheral lymphoid organs like spleen, lymph node, etc. are associated with the initiation of adaptive immune response. In this article, we will explore lymphoid organs, types, and differences between primary and secondary lymphoid organs.
Table of Content
- What are Lymphoid Organs?
- Types of Lymphoid Organs
- Primary Lymphoid Organs and their Functions
- Secondary Lymphoid Organs and their Functions
- Tertiary Lymphoid Organs and their Functions
- Internal and External Lymphoid Organs
- Differences Between Primary and Secondary Lymphoid Organs
- What is the Function of the Lymphoid Organs?
- Diseases Associated with Lymphoid Organs