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What Are Lymph Nodes

What Are Lymph Nodes And What Do They Do?

📝 Medically reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton 🔍 Last updated April 22, 2024 📚 8 citations 📖 7 minute read  About the Author:  Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD, has been a medical communicator and educator since 2014. She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, both from the University of Washington in Seattle. -- Your lymph nodes are your body's unsung heroes, working tirelessly to protect you from harmful microorganisms and other foreign substances. Though they might be often overlooked, these tiny, bean-shaped organs are a crucial part of your body's immune system. Jump To: What...

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