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A bacterial infection that causes damage to the nerves, muscles, eyes, skin, and respiratory tract is called leprosy (also known as Hansen’s disease). Without early detection and prompt treatment, it may lead to blindness, permanent paralysis, and damage to the hands, feet, and face. Furthermore, this infection is not contagious, which means it does not […]

A type of childhood epilepsy that is particularly severe and causes multiple forms of seizures that may cause permanent brain damage is called Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS). Damage caused by this syndrome often leads to learning difficulties and other disabilities. Doctors often treat it with medicines, implanted devices, a ketogenic diet, and brain surgery. Most of […]

A health condition that may occur due to infectious and noninfectious causes and causes eye swelling, pain, and watery eyes is called keratitis (also known as corneal inflammation). The risk of developing this condition also increases if you are wearing contact lenses and do not clean them properly. In other words, keratitis is a condition […]

A type of primary ciliary dyskinesia that negatively affects the cilia (mucus-clearing structures in the lungs) from functioning properly is called Kartagener syndrome. Some people with this syndrome may also have certain organs that are a mirror image of normal organ placement in their bodies, which often leads to frequent sinus infections and bronchiectasis. In […]

A group of health conditions that cause a toxic buildup and damage to the body’s cells and organs is called lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs). Healthcare providers have found more than 70 subtypes of this condition. Most of the time, these conditions are diagnosed during pregnancy or infancy. Sometimes, it is difficult to treat this condition. […]

A health condition in which a person has reduced levels of lymphocytes in the blood is called lymphopenia. These cells help protect the body from infections and are a type of white blood cell. Usually, people with reduced levels of lymphocytes are at increased risk of getting sick. Sometimes, the condition is mild, and people […]

A health condition that is one of two primary types of microscopic colitis, which can be detected only under a microscope, is called lymphocytic colitis. It often causes long-term (chronic) inflammation in the colon and a high density of inflammatory white blood cells (lymphocytes). Furthermore, microscopic colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), […]

A health condition that causes swelling when something negatively affects the lymphatic system is called lymphedema. While it usually affects arms and legs, it may also appear in other parts of the body. This health condition cannot be cured. That’s why the treatment goal is to relieve the symptoms, prevent serious complications, and improve your […]

The medical term used to describe inflammation of the lymphatic vessels is lymphangitis. Typically, this is a complication of skin infections, but it may also happen in people with some types of cancer and other diseases. Physicians often treat lymphangitis with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Lymph vessels that become inflamed are a part of the […]