lymph node
noun
: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node
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Meanwhile, Everett, 8 (bottom), hasn't received a Lyme disease diagnosis but displays signs like swollen lymph nodes, rashes, sporadic pains, food allergies, and fatigue.
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TIME, 16 May 2024
Maharaj and fellow Ducks assistant Mike Stothers, a survivor of Stage 3 melanoma of the lymph node, were selected by the NHL to receive and donate a $25,000 grant to nonprofits raising cancer awareness in Orange County.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2024
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TIME, 16 May 2024
Maharaj and fellow Ducks assistant Mike Stothers, a survivor of Stage 3 melanoma of the lymph node, were selected by the NHL to receive and donate a $25,000 grant to nonprofits raising cancer awareness in Orange County.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2024
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“Lymph node.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lymph%20node. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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