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What Does the Thymus Do in Adults? The Surprising Role of a 'Forgotten' Organ

For decades, it was believed the thymus gland became obsolete after puberty, a notion now being challenged by recent research. The emerging scientific understanding is that the adult thymus is not an idle organ but a continuous, albeit slower, contributor to immune function. Understanding what does the thymus do in adults is vital for appreciating its lifelong contribution to immune health and overall well-being.

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Is the thymus present in adults? What new research reveals

While the thymus is often perceived as an organ that shrivels into uselessness after puberty, a groundbreaking 2023 study published in the *New England Journal of Medicine* found that the adult thymus is not only present but also essential for immune competence and overall health. This shifts the long-held perspective on whether the thymus is present in adults, highlighting its crucial, long-overlooked function.

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What happens to the thymus in adults? Understanding age-related changes and immunity

By age 75, the thymus gland, a crucial organ for immunity, is often little more than fatty tissue. While its most active phase occurs during childhood, the process of thymic involution doesn't render it obsolete. Understanding **what happens to the thymus in adults** is key to grasping the complexities of our long-term immune health.

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