Diseases 2024, November

Zinc belongs to biogenic elements, is present in tissues of animal and plant origin, is part of more than 400 enzymes, participates in the synthesis of a number of anabolic hormones, and is a regulator of physiological processes. Its content in the body fluctuates within a few thousandths of a percent, with the exception of the so-called concentrating organisms: some marine invertebrates, for example, oysters (the zinc content in them reaches 0.5% of the total dry residue), g

Ethylene glycol (glycol, monoethylene glycol) is the simplest polyhydric alcohol, a colorless, oily, low-volatile liquid with an indistinct odor and a sweetish taste. It dissolves well in water, alcohol, acetone in any quantity

Pityriasis versicolor is an infectious fungal disease. Pityriasis versicolor is prone to recurrence, its symptoms reduce the quality of human life. Treatment success depends on an integrated approach

Eggs are present almost daily in one form or another in the diet of a modern person. They are used to prepare main dishes, desserts, used in baked goods and eaten in a natural, fried or boiled form. The nutritional value of eggs lies in the high content of easily digestible protein, a large amount of vitamins and microelements

Apples are delicious, healthy, and perhaps the most popular fruit. Low calorie content, rich content of vitamins and microelements make apples an indispensable product in the diet of people of any age, especially children. But only a few people know that sometimes apples can cause poisoning

Labyrinthitis is a disease characterized by damage to the internal parts of the vestibular and sound analyzers

Lactase deficiency is a disease caused by insufficient activity of the enzyme lactase. Its symptom is chronic enzymatic dyspepsia

Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the vocal cords and larynx is called laryngitis. It can manifest itself as a result of infectious or colds, overstrain of the larynx, hypothermia, inhalation of cold or dusty air through the mouth

Laryngitis in children is a common otorhinolaryngological disease in which the mucous membrane of the larynx and vocal cords are mainly affected

Lacunar tonsillitis is one of the types of acute tonsillitis, in which the lacunae of the tonsils included in the lymphadenoid ring of the pharynx are filled with purulent contents

Laryngospasm - sudden spasm of the laryngeal muscles caused by sensory stimulation of the superior laryngeal nerve

Lactostasis - blockage of the duct of the mammary gland, leading to stagnation of milk

Laryngotracheitis in children is an otorhinolaryngological disease, which is characterized by a combined lesion of the larynx and trachea

Leukemia is a tumor disease of the hematopoietic tissue with damage to the bone marrow and displacement of normal hematopoietic growths. Complete healing from the disease is almost impossible today

A barking cough can be a symptom of a number of diseases of an infectious or non-infectious etiology, therefore, if it occurs, you should consult a doctor

Pulmonary embolism - blockage by thrombotic masses of the lumen of the pulmonary artery or its branches. Symptoms are life-threatening hemodynamic and respiratory disorders

Leukemia is a neoplastic disease characterized by systemic progressive proliferation of hematopoietic cells

Bladder leukoplakia is a disease in which the cells lining the bladder cavity are replaced by squamous epithelial cells. The disease is treated with medication and surgery

Leukopenia is a pathological condition in which the number of leukocytes in the blood plasma becomes less than the lower reference values

Lepra is an infectious disease that mainly affects the peripheral nervous system, eyes, skin and internal organs

Leukoplakia is a dystrophic change in the mucous membranes, which is characterized by keratinization of the epithelial layer

Leishmaniasis is caused by protozoan parasites and can cause severe damage to the spleen, lymph nodes, and skin

Leukoplakia of the cervix is a pathology characterized by keratinization of the epithelium of the exocervix. Refers to precancerous lesions, leads to cervical cancer without treatment

Leukoplakia of the oral cavity is keratinization of an area of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, in most cases caused by its constant injury

Leukemia in children is one of the most common cancers, characterized by the replacement of normal blood cells with immature cells by precursors of leukocytes

Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that causes multiple damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, and liver. The disease is accompanied by severe symptoms and requires a timely diagnosis for successful treatment

Lymphadenitis - a disease characterized by purulent inflammation of the lymph nodes

Leptotrix is an anaerobic bacterium belonging to a conditionally pathogenic microflora that can cause an inflammatory process with a decrease in immunity

Lymphedema - edema of the lower extremities due to impaired outflow of lymph through the vessels

Lymphadenopathy is an enlargement of the lymph nodes, which can be due to various reasons. Treatment of pathology is aimed, first of all, at their elimination

Lymphadenitis is an inflammation of the lymph nodes. Lymphadenitis in children often accompanies infectious diseases

Lymphangitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the lymphatic vessels that, if untreated, can lead to serious complications

Lymphocytic leukemia is a malignant lesion of lymphoid cells. Treatment of lymphocytic leukemia in the acute stage begins with the appointment of medications that suppress the growth of tumors in the bone marrow and blood

Lymphoma is a malignant disease of the lymphatic system, characterized by the presence of tumors in the lymphatic system or in internal organs. The prognosis of Hodgkin's lymphomas is good, non-Hodgins' lymphomas are not bad, provided timely and complete treatment

Lymphostasis is a disease associated with impaired lymph outflow from the lymphatic capillaries and peripheral lymphatic vessels of the extremities and other organs to the main lymphatic collectors

Burkitt's lymphoma is a malignant tumor related to non-Hodgkin's lymphomas. Affects mainly children and persons under 30 years of age

Lipoma is a formation of adipose tissue localized under the skin. The more common, but not the official name for a lipoma is a wen. In official medicine, lipoma is treated by removing it

Lipoma is a benign tumor that appears wherever there is a fat layer

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia is a malignant disease of the hematopoietic system, a symptom of which is the uncontrolled growth of lymphoblasts

Breast lipoma - a benign tumor formed by the fatty tissue of the breast