Diseases Starting With L
Lung Abscess
A lung abscess is a localized collection of pus within the lung tissue caused by microbial infection, often resulting from aspirat…
Lower Respiratory Infection
Lower respiratory infections (LRIs) are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. They affect the lungs and a…
Lower Limb Spasticity
Lower limb spasticity is a condition characterized by increased muscle tone, stiffness, and involuntary muscle contractions in the…
Low-Grade Glioma with BRAF Fusion or Mutation
Low-grade gliomas (LGGs) are slow-growing brain tumors commonly found in children and young adults. A subset of these tumors is as…
Low Cardiac Output: Causes, Symptoms
Low cardiac output (LCO) refers to a condition in which the heart fails to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s metabolic dema…
Locally Advanced Breast Carcinoma
Locally advanced breast carcinoma (LABC) refers to an aggressive form of breast cancer that has spread beyond the breast but has n…
Local Anesthesia for Urethral Pain
Urethral pain can result from infections, catheterization, urological procedures, or underlying conditions like interstitial cysti…
Local Anesthesia Adjunct: Mechanisms, Benefits
Local anesthesia adjuncts are pharmacological agents used to enhance the efficacy of local anesthetics. They help prolong anesthet…
Liver Transplant Rejection
Liver transplant rejection occurs when the recipient's immune system identifies the transplanted liver as foreign and attacks it. …
Liver Cell Carcinoma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis
Liver cell carcinoma (LCC), commonly known as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is the most prevalent primary liver cancer. It arise…
Liver Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis
A liver abscess is a localized collection of pus within the liver, typically resulting from bacterial, parasitic, or fungal infect…
Listeriosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Listeriosis is a serious foodborne illness caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. While relatively rare, it poses signifi…