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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 ==