Swollen lymph nodes indicate they are producing infection-fighting white blood cells to combat a recognized threat to the body. If the lymph nodes detect an unrecognizable substance they will create an antibody, which flows in blood circulation to target and destroy the foreign material in cells throughout the body. Lymph nodes screen and/or remove foreign substances (for example, substances secreted from bacteria, called antigens). Lymph Nodes (Lymph Glands): are found throughout the human body (behind breast tissue, arm tissue, leg tissue, etc.) and are linked together through lymphatic vessels.Lymph can also be found in the intestines (chyle), where they hold proteins and fats. Lymph: a clear-to-white fluid made up of white blood cells that attack bacteria found in the bloodstream.It moves lymph between tissue and the bloodstream via lymph ducts, lymph nodes, lymph vessels, and organs, including adenoids, the spleen, the thymus, and tonsils. The lymphatic system, a nearly parallel structure, plays a critical role in the body's immune system. Arteries transfer oxygen- and nutrient-rich blood to cells, while veins return blood carrying carbon dioxide back to the lungs. As you may remember from high school biology, the cardiovascular system consists of arteries and veins. The human circulatory system comprises the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems, two networks that play complementary roles. If you, or a loved one, notice swelling and/or feel a solid mass in the armpit area please contact a medical professional. Enlarged axillary lymph nodes can be a symptom of a serious medical condition, including breast cancer.

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