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The '''Thymus''' is a ductless two-lobed [[gland]] lying behind the breast bone and composed mainly of [[lymphoid]] [[cells]]. It plays a part in setting up the body's [[immunity system]]. After [[puberty]], it declines in size. | The '''Thymus''' is a ductless two-lobed [[gland]] lying behind the breast bone and composed mainly of [[lymphoid]] [[cells]]. It plays a part in setting up the body's [[immunity system]]. After [[puberty]], it declines in size. | ||
| − | Autoimmune difficulties are thought to be caused by an improperly functioning thymus. | + | Autoimmune difficulties are thought to be caused by an improperly functioning thymus. A type of cancer called [[Lymphoma]] can arise from the thymus gland |
== Sources == | == Sources == | ||
Revision as of 21:12, March 10, 2008
The Thymus is a ductless two-lobed gland lying behind the breast bone and composed mainly of lymphoid cells. It plays a part in setting up the body's immunity system. After puberty, it declines in size.
Autoimmune difficulties are thought to be caused by an improperly functioning thymus. A type of cancer called Lymphoma can arise from the thymus gland
Sources
The New American Desk Encyclopedia, Penguin Group, 1989