listeria septic arthritis
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Listeria septic arthritis

Listeria monocytogenes is a Gram-positive bacterium responsible for listeriosis, an infection primarily affecting immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, neonates, and the elderly. While listeriosis commonly presents…
listeria monocytogenes septicemia
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Listeria Monocytogenes Septicemia

Listeria monocytogenes septicemia is a severe bloodstream infection caused by the Listeria monocytogenes bacterium. This opportunistic pathogen primarily affects immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, neonates, and…
listeria endocarditis
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Listeria Endocarditis: Causes, Symptoms

Listeria endocarditis is a rare but severe infection of the heart's inner lining and valves caused by Listeria monocytogenes. This gram-positive bacterium primarily affects immunocompromised…
liposarcoma
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​Liposarcoma

Liposarcoma is a rare and malignant tumor originating from fat cells, typically developing in the deep soft tissues of the extremities and the retroperitoneum. It…
life-threatening ventricular tachycardia
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Life-Threatening Ventricular Tachycardia

Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a serious heart rhythm disorder that originates in the ventricles and can become life-threatening. It may lead to hemodynamic instability, ventricular…
lichen planus
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Lichen planus

​Lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the skin, mucous membranes, hair, and nails. It manifests as purplish, itchy, flat-topped bumps on the skin…
leukopenia
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​Leukopenia

Leukopenia, characterized by a diminished white blood cell (WBC) count, compromises the body's immune defense, increasing susceptibility to infections. This article provides an in-depth exploration…