Tag #lymphnodes

Mesenteric Adenitis in Children

Introduction Mesenteric adenitis, sometimes called “körtelmage” in Swedish, is a condition in which the lymph nodes in the mesentery (the tissue that attaches the intestines to the abdominal wall) become inflamed. This condition most commonly affects children and adolescents and…

Sarcoidosis

Introduction Sarcoidosis is a rare, chronic inflammatory disease that can affect multiple organs in the body, most commonly the lungs and lymph nodes. It is characterized by the formation of small clusters of inflammatory cells called granulomas. These granulomas can…

Lymph nodes

Introduction Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the body’s lymphatic system. They play a crucial role in the immune system by filtering lymph fluid and trapping bacteria, viruses, and other harmful substances. Lymph nodes are found…