This article, the first in a six-part series, gives an overview of the lymphatic system, which circulates lymph fluid around the body to drain tissue, transport fat and activate immune responses.

Infections of the skin or other soft tissues with the hard-to-treat MRSA bacteria appear to permanently compromise the lymphatic system, which is crucial to immune system function. Investigators ...

Preclinical studies suggest that the lymphatic system has a critical role in the pathogenesis and therapy of inflammatory-erosive arthritis. These findings, and complementary data from human ...

Discover how lymphatic drainage massage may reduce swelling, improve circulation, and help the body feel lighter and more ...