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- Lymphoedema
Women who have undergone treatment of breast cancer are particularly susceptible to lymphoedema of the arm.
- Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a general term for a cancer that begins in the lymphatic system.
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease that can affect women during their reproductive years.
- Lymphatic system
The lymphatic manages fluid levels in the body, filters out bacteria and houses types of white blood cells.
- Collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis
Collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis are types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Breast implant associated - anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
Breast implant associated-anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a very rare form of cancer.
- Leukaemia
Most children and many adults with acute leukaemia can expect to be cured, while chronic leukaemia can be successfully managed.
- Cancer in children
In children, the genetic changes that cause cancer are not due to lifestyle but are more likely to be random and difficult to predict.
- Spleen
Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.
- Splenomegaly
Any conditions that cause a rapid breakdown of blood cells can place great strain on the spleen and make it enlarge.