Histiocytosis
Alternate Names : Histiocytosis X, Langerhans cell histiocytosis, Eosinophilic granuloma, Pulmonary histiocytosis X, Nonlipid reticuloendotheliosis, Pulmonary Langerhans cell granulomatosis, Hand-Schuller-Christian disease, Letterer-Siwe disease
Pictures & Images
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Eosinophilic granuloma - x-ray of the skull
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This x-ray of the skull shows an eosinophilic granuloma (a lesion made-up of a type of white blood cell). This condition can range from a single eosinophilic granuloma to massive infiltration of skin, bone, and body organs.
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Respiratory system
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Air is breathed in through the nasal passageways, travels through the trachea and bronchi to the lungs.
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