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A rare complication that can occur within a few minutes after getting local anesthetics is called local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST). Typically, it is a medical emergency that causes problems with the nervous system and heart. Fortunately, LAST is treatable, especially when doctors quickly diagnose it. In other words, LAST occurs as a complication of […]

A health condition that causes symptoms after surgery to treat rectal cancer is called low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). While the symptoms may improve, in most cases, they last for a long period. In other words, LARS is a condition that causes multiple symptoms after surgery to remove a part or all of the rectum […]

A rare disease in which there appear cysts and other growths in the lungs, kidneys, and lymphatic system is called lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM). While the primary symptom is dyspnea (shortness of breath), it may also cause other symptoms. This condition occurs due to certain genetic changes (mutations) and mostly affects women. Usually, it is diagnosed between […]

A health condition in which a person experiences bleeding and clotting problems due to two types of tumors called kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (KHE) and tufted angioma (TA) is known as Kasabach-Merritt syndrome (KMS). People with this condition may have reduced levels of platelets, low clotting proteins, and low red blood cell count. Early detection and prompt […]

A genetic disorder that negatively affects the production of hormones that support sexual development and the sense of smell is called Kallmann syndrome (KS). It often occurs due to certain genetic mutations that happen during fetal development. While some children inherit the abnormal genes, others develop them spontaneously. In other words, KS is a condition […]

A rare genetic condition in which the child’s facial features, musculoskeletal system, and other organs are affected is called Kabuki syndrome. Children usually experience different symptoms because they depend on which part of the body is affected. While the primary symptoms are distinct facial characteristics, Kabuki syndrome may also cause other symptoms. In other words, […]

The medical term used to describe reduced protein levels in the blood is hypoproteinemia. In general, there are a lot of things that can cause low protein in the blood, including autoimmune disorders, liver or kidney disease, and others. In other words, hypoproteinemia occurs when protein levels in the blood are below the normal range. […]

A health condition in which people experience involuntary muscle contractions that are painful and can last from a few seconds to several minutes is called leg cramps. They can negatively affect your exercise routine, sleep, and general quality of life. Generally, this condition may happen in people who suffer from certain health conditions or who […]

A health condition in which there is a blockage in the left ventricle of the heart is called left posterior fascicular block (LPFB). It prevents the heart from sending electrical signals, which causes an abnormal heartbeat. Most of the time, LPFB occurs due to coronary artery disease, but other heart diseases may also cause it. […]

This disease is a type of heart failure, and it happens when the heart muscle cannot pump blood efficiently. It is called left-sided heart failure, and it causes tissues and organs in the body to receive less oxygen-rich blood. Without prompt treatment, this condition may cause damage to multiple organs. In normal circumstances, the left […]