Category: L

A type of muscular dystrophy that typically emerges during late childhood or early adulthood, impacting individuals of both genders. This condition leads to muscular weakness in the areas surrounding the hips and shoulders.  

A collection of tissue bands that connect to the vertebrae in the spinal column, aiding in maintaining the spine’s alignment and closing the gaps between the laminar arches. The term’s Latin designation signifies “yellow band(s).”  

A genetic condition that predisposes individuals to an elevated risk of developing breast cancer, brain cancer, and osteosarcoma.  

The cells constituting the endocrine tissue of the testis, responsible for the synthesis of testosterone, are referred to as Leydig cells. They are named after Franz von Leydig (1821–1908), the German professor of anatomy who initially discovered them.  

A deficiency syndrome involving complement, a component of the immune system, which is marked by recurring infections affecting the skin, mucous membranes, and gastrointestinal tract, accompanied by the absence of pus formation. In some cases, this condition becomes evident at birth, as the separation of the umbilical cord takes longer than usual.  

Distinctive dyes applied to blood or bone marrow samples, utilized for the purpose of diagnosing and categorizing leukemia.  

A distinctive and definitive phase in the life cycle of a (trypanosomatid) protozoan organism, commonly referred to as a body, holds significance. The infectious (trypanosomatid) protozoa has the potential to induce leishmaniasis and can be comparatively straightforward to identify during this particular stage.  

The fundamental tenet of homeopathic medicine that guides the choice of a particular remedy is based on the notion that a substance derived from nature, which elicits specific symptoms in a healthy individual, can alleviate those identical symptoms in an ailing individual.  

A temporary deceleration in the fetal heart rate, known as bradycardia, occurs with its maximum intensity occurring more than 30 seconds after the pinnacle of the uterine contraction. This occurrence may potentially signify insufficient oxygen supply (hypoxia) to the fetus.  

During the act of breastfeeding, the infant initiates a sequence wherein they consciously open their mouth to a considerable extent. Subsequently, they generate negative pressure on the mother’s nipple, followed by the application of positive pressure. A successful latch-on is essential to facilitate the sufficient conveyance of milk into the baby’s oral cavity while also…