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A bacterial infection that starts in the mouth and spreads quickly, causing breathing problems, is called Ludwig’s angina. It is a type of cellulitis, and people who develop it may also experience the following symptoms. For example, fever, drooling, and neck pain. Physicians often treat this condition with antibiotics and surgery to drain the infection. […]

A very common health condition that is often caused by a strain to muscles or tendons in the back is called lower back pain. However, it may also occur due to other causes, including structural problems, disk injuries, arthritis, and others. Most of the time, physicians recommend rest, physical therapy, and medicines to relieve pain. […]

An eye condition that cannot be corrected with glasses or surgery is called low vision. Usually, this condition interferes with daily activities. A vision specialist can test your vision and make a personalized treatment plan. In other words, low vision is a permanent condition that does not improve with contact lenses, glasses, or surgery. Mostly, […]

Progesterone is an important sex hormone that supports menstruation and pregnancy in women. Decreased levels of this hormone in the body may cause irregular menstrual periods, mood swings, and difficulty getting pregnant. It also plays an important role in the female reproductive system. Generally, hormones are chemical messengers that tell the body how to work. […]

The medical term used to describe a forward-curved spine in the neck or lower back is lordosis. Most of the time, this is not a serious condition, and it does not cause symptoms. However, if you feel uncomfortable or have symptoms, do not hesitate to visit a doctor. Typically, the cervical spine (the medical name […]

A serious health condition that causes neurological and intestinal symptoms and may lead to kidney failure is called lithium toxicity. It is considered a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Otherwise, it may lead to life-threatening complications (including death). Most of the time, lithium toxicity occurs due to an overdose of prescription medications that contain […]

A rare condition, present at birth (congenital), that causes a developing brain to appear smooth instead of having normal bumps and folds is called lissencephaly. Most of the time, it happens due to a genetic mutation, but non-genetic factors may also cause it. In other words, lissencephaly is a spectrum of severe and rare brain […]

A health condition that causes a partial or complete loss and/or abnormal distribution of adipose tissue in some parts of the body is called lipoatrophy. This disease is not curable. That’s why the treatment goal is to reduce the symptoms, prevent serious complications, and improve your quality of life. Furthermore, doctors use this medical term […]

A group of more than 50 rare and inherited neurological disorders that negatively affect the myelin (the protective covering of nerve cells in the brain and spine) is called leukodystrophy. It causes a progressive loss of neurological functions in infants, children, and adults (sometimes). Mostly, this condition is fatal. People usually experience different symptoms because […]

A metabolic disorder that occurs before birth and causes problems with the brain and behavior is called Lesch-Nyhan syndrome (LNS). It happens very rarely and before birth. People with this syndrome may also experience intellectual disability, poor muscle control, and severe arthritis. Typically, the primary symptom of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is uncontrollable self-injury (such as head […]