Scientists have uncovered how lymphatic vessels – the kidney’s ‘plumbing system’ – undergo dramatic changes during chronic transplant rejection, becoming structurally disorganised and spreading to ...

Lumbar lymph nodes refer to a group of small organs that are part of the immune system. Lymph nodes are generally circular, bean-like organs that are dispersed throughout the body. The lumbar lymph ...

These wellness practices — which center on one invisible network of vessels and nodes — have soared in popularity in recent years. Should you try them? By Hannah Seo Scroll through TikTok and ...

“Lymphfluencers” claim this type of massage can filter out toxins, help you lose weight, and boost your immune system. Here’s what science says. Lymphatic drainage massages have become a popular ...

Cancer is a challenging enough diagnosis, but many patients are dealt a second blow, even as they heal: "chemo brain." Also called "brain fog," this mix of cognitive issues—memory problems, struggling ...

Like the lymphatic system in the body, the glymphatic system in the brain clears metabolic waste and distributes nutrients and other important compounds. Impairments in this system may contribute to ...

About 170 billion cells are in the brain, and as they go about their regular tasks, they produce waste — a lot of it. To stay healthy, the brain needs to wash away all that debris. But how exactly it ...