IN this book Prof. Kenelm Digby discusses the functions which may be performed by such structures as the tonsils, the intestinal lymphoid follicles, and the vermiform appendix, all of which are ...

In mammals, a mammary duct is present in order to produce milk. The mammary duct is an organ known as an exocrine gland, which is a type of gland that secretes a substance. The mammary duct is an ...

Salivary gland cancer is most likely to begin in the parotid gland, but especially if left untreated it may spread to the lymph nodes, lungs, and bones. Salivary gland cancers often begin in the ...

From overall metabolism to heart rate and body temperature, the thyroid gland is important for overall health.

Cortisol is a steroid hormone that regulates a wide range of body functions, including immunity, inflammation, and metabolism. Because of its role in regulating the stress response, people also call ...

Radiation-induced damage to salivary glands has been recognized for over 80 years. However, the mechanisms responsible for the destruction of gland parenchyma are still not known. The purpose of this ...

People may have salivary gland surgery to remove part or all of the salivary gland. Its primary purpose is to remove tumors, but it can also help treat infections and inflammation. A person has three ...

A team led by Mount Sinai researchers has identified stem cell populations and mechanisms underlying age-related degeneration ...

Do tattoos impair the skin’s ability to sweat? Despite the global ubiquitousness of tattoos this question has received surprisingly little research attention. A new, first-of-its-kind study is ...