Thymic hypoplasia is a disorder where the thymus gland is underdeveloped, making people more prone to infections. It can occur as part of DiGeorge syndrome, which can cause heart defects, facial abnormalities, seizures, and learning disabilities. Treatment may involve a bone marrow or thymus tissue transplant, or immunoglobulin therapy. The outlook depends on the degree […]
The thymus is responsible for producing T cells, but thymic carcinoma, the most dangerous tumor of the thymus, has a high rate of metastasis and poor prognosis. Treatment involves surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and radiation. Symptoms may include cough, asthma, and chest pain. Thymus tumors are rare and most commonly affect men aged 40-60, with […]
