| Name | Type | Frequencies | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| L Lysine | CAFL | 195.5,391,782,1564.1,3128.2,6256.4 | Stimulation. Plays a major role in calcium absorption, building muscle, recovery from injuries; and production of hormones, enzymes, and antibodies. |
| Labyrinth Diseases | ETDF | 110,240,570,281830,301090,392410,431190,672530,703540,821690 | Diseases of the inner ear. See Labyrinthitis, and Vestibular Neuronitis. |
| Labyrinthitis | ETDF | 110,240,620,850,118330,209180,321000,544100,631170,705000 | Inflammation of inner ear, leading to Vertigo, Hearing Loss, or Tinnitus. Also see Vestibular Neuronitis, and Labyrinth Diseases. Encyclopedia Entry for Labyrinthitis : Labyrinthitis - aftercare. Being dizzy can cause you to lose your balance, fall, and hurt yourself. These tips can help keep symptoms from getting worse and keep you safe: When you feel dizzy, sit down right away. To get up from a lying position, slowly sit up and stay seated for a few moments before standing. When standing, make sure you have something to hold on to. Avoid sudden movements or position changes. You may need a cane or other help walking when symptoms are severe. Avoid bright lights, TV, and reading during a vertigo attack. They may make symptoms worse. Avoid activities such as driving, operating heavy machinery, and climbing while you are having symptoms. If symptoms continue, ask your provider about balance therapy. Balance therapy includes head, eye, and body exercises you can do at home to help train your brain to overcome dizziness. Symptoms of labyrinthitis can cause stress. Make healthy lifestyle choices to help you cope, such as: Eat a well-balanced, healthy diet. DO NOT overeat. Exercise regularly, if possible. Get enough sleep. Limit caffeine and alcohol. Help ease stress by using relaxation techniques, such as: Deep breathing Guided imagery Meditation Progressive muscle relaxation Tai chi Yoga. For some people, diet alone will not be enough. If needed, your provider may also give you: Antihistamine medicines Medicines to control nausea and vomiting Medicines to relieve dizziness Sedatives Steroids Most of these medicines may make you sleepy. So you should first take them when you do not have to drive or be alert for important tasks. You should have regular follow-up visits and lab work as suggested by your provider. Call your provider if: Symptoms of vertigo return You have new symptoms Your symptoms are getting worse You have hearing loss Call 911 or your local emergency number if you have any of the following severe symptoms: Convulsions Double vision Fainting Vomiting a lot Slurred speech Vertigo that occurs with a fever of more than 101 F (38.3 C) Weakness or paralysis. Bacterial labyrinthitis - aftercare; Serous labyrinthitis - aftercare; Neuronitis - vestibular - aftercare; Vestibular neuronitis - aftercare; Viral neurolabyrinthitis - aftercare; Vestibular neuritis vertigo - aftercare; Labyrinthitis - dizziness - aftercare; Labyrinthitis - vertigo - aftercare. Chang AK. Dizziness and vertigo. Encyclopedia Entry for Labyrinthitis : Labyrinthitis. Labyrinthitis is usually caused by a virus and sometimes by bacteria. Having a cold or flu can trigger the condition. Less often, an ear infection may lead to labyrinthitis. Other causes include allergies or certain drugs that are bad for the inner ear. Your inner ear is important for both hearing and balance. When you have labyrinthitis, the parts of your inner ear become irritated and swollen. This can make you lose your balance and cause hearing loss. These factors raise your risk for labyrinthitis: Drinking large amounts of alcohol Fatigue History of allergies Recent viral illness, respiratory infection , or ear infection Smoking Stress Using certain prescription or nonprescription drugs (such as aspirin). Symptoms may include any of the following: Feeling like you are spinning, even when you are still ( vertigo ). Your eyes moving on their own, making it hard to focus them. Dizziness. Hearing loss in one ear. Loss of balance -- you may fall toward one side. Nausea and vomiting. Ringing or other noises in your ears ( tinnitus ). Your health care provider may give you a physical exam. You may also have tests of your nervous system (neurological exam). Tests can rule out other causes of your symptoms. These may include: EEG (measures the electrical activity of the brain) Electronystagmography , and warming and cooling the inner ear with air or water to test eye reflexes ( caloric stimulation ) Head CT scan Hearing test MRI of the head. Labyrinthitis usually goes away within a few weeks. Treatment can help reduce vertigo and other symptoms. Medicines that may help include: Antihistamines Medicines to control nausea and vomiting, such as prochlorperazine Medicines to relieve dizziness, such as meclizine or scopolamine Sedatives, such as diazepam (Valium) Corticosteroids Antiviral medicines If you have severe vomiting, you may be admitted to the hospital. Follow your health care provider instructions about taking care of yourself at home. Doing these things can help you manage vertigo: Stay still and rest. Avoid sudden movements or position changes. Rest during severe episodes. Slowly resume activity. You may need help walking when you lose your balance during attacks. Avoid bright lights, TV, and reading during attacks. Ask your provider about balance therapy. This may help once nausea and vomiting have passed. You should avoid the following for 1 week after symptoms disappear: Driving Operating heavy machinery Climbing A sudden dizzy spell during these activities can be dangerous. It takes time for labyrinthitis symptoms to go away completely. Severe symptoms usually go away within a week. Most people are completely better within 2 to 3 months. Older adults are more likely to have dizziness that lasts longer. In very rare cases, hearing loss is permanent. People with severe vertigo may get dehydrated due to frequent vomiting. Call your provider if: You have dizziness, vertigo, loss of balance, or other symptoms of labyrinthitis You have hearing loss Call 911 or your local emergency number if you have any of the following severe symptoms: Convulsions Double vision Fainting Vomiting a lot Slurred speech Vertigo that occurs with a fever of more than 101 F (38.3 C) Weakness or paralysis. There is no known way to prevent labyrinthitis. Bacterial labyrinthitis; Serous labyrinthitis; Neuronitis - vestibular; Vestibular neuronitis; Viral neurolabyrinthitis; Vestibular neuritis; Labyrinthitis - vertigo: Labyrinthitis - dizziness; Labyrinthitis - vertigo; Labyrinthitis - hearing loss. Ear anatomy Ear anatomy. Baloh RW, Jen JC. Hearing and equilibrium. |
| Lac Deflorat | CAFL | 230,371,232,2121 | Homeopathic. |
| Lac Deflorat | VEGA | 230,371 | Homeopathic. |
| Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases | ETDF | 120,550,850,5500,22500,35690,73300,92500,125230,527810 | Conditions of eye structures for producing and draining tears - see appropriate Eye programs. |
| Lacrimal Duct Obstruction | ETDF | 200,460,600,2750,122000,275690,327500,649540,735000,833690 | Also see appropriate Eye programs. |
| Lactation Disorders | ETDF | 190,300,620,7500,8000,2500,32500,55230,150000,325540 | Research of Lactation Disorders has been linked to Galactorrhea Associated With Childbirth, Amenorrhea, Pituitary Neoplasms, Pituitary Diseases, Mastitis. |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus | ETDF | 346050,347000,348000,349000,350000,351650,352000,353000,354000,355000 | Naturally occurring GI tract bacteria, with some strains having beneficial probiotic effects. Overgrowth can produce diarrhoea, bloating, liver infection, stomach inflammation, vaginal discomfort, oesophageal diseases, arthritis, skin problems, and lung artery blockages. |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus | HC | 346050-351650 | Naturally occurring GI tract bacteria, with some strains having beneficial probiotic effects. Overgrowth can produce diarrhoea, bloating, liver infection, stomach inflammation, vaginal discomfort, oesophageal diseases, arthritis, skin problems, and lung artery blockages. |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus 1 | XTRA | 13517.57 | Naturally occurring GI tract bacteria, with some strains having beneficial probiotic effects. Overgrowth can produce diarrhoea, bloating, liver infection, stomach inflammation, vaginal discomfort, oesophageal diseases, arthritis, skin problems, and lung artery blockages. |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus 2 | XTRA | 865,17375.68 | Naturally occurring GI tract bacteria, with some strains having beneficial probiotic effects. Overgrowth can produce diarrhoea, bloating, liver infection, stomach inflammation, vaginal discomfort, oesophageal diseases, arthritis, skin problems, and lung artery blockages. |
| Lactobacillus Acidophilus 3 | XTRA | 857.76,865.08,871.64,21628.13,21812.5,21978.13 | Naturally occurring GI tract bacteria, with some strains having beneficial probiotic effects. Overgrowth can produce diarrhoea, bloating, liver infection, stomach inflammation, vaginal discomfort, oesophageal diseases, arthritis, skin problems, and lung artery blockages. |
| Lactose Intolerance | ETDF | 130,250,700,7500,12330,32130,232500,355690,430000,855080 | Lactose intolerance is a condition in which people have symptoms due to the decreased ability to digest lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. Encyclopedia Entry for Lactose Intolerance : Lactose intolerance. Babies' bodies make the lactase enzyme so they can digest milk, including breast milk. Babies born too early (premature) sometimes have lactose intolerance. Children who were born at full term often do not show signs of the problem before they are 3 years old. Lactose intolerance is very common in adults. It is rarely dangerous. About 30 million American adults have some degree of lactose intolerance by age 20. In white people, lactose intolerance often develops in children older than age 5. This is the age when our bodies may stop making lactase. In African Americans, the problem can occur as early as age 2. The condition is very common among adults with Asian, African, or Native American heritage. It is less common in people of northern or western European background, but still may occur. An illness that involves or injures your small intestine may cause less of the lactase enzyme to be made. Treatment of these illnesses may improve the symptoms of lactose intolerance. These may include: Surgery of the small intestine Infections in the small intestine (this is most often seen in children) Diseases that damage the small intestines, such as celiac sprue or Crohn disease Babies may be born with a genetic defect and are not able to make any of the lactase enzyme. Symptoms often occur 30 minutes to 2 hours after having milk products. Symptoms may be worse when you consume large amounts. Symptoms include: Abdominal bloating Abdominal cramps Diarrhea Gas ( flatulence ) Nausea. Other intestinal problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome , may cause the same symptoms as lactose intolerance. Tests to help diagnose lactose intolerance include: Lactose-hydrogen breath test Lactose tolerance test Stool pH. Cutting down your intake of milk products that contain lactose from your diet most often eases symptoms. Also look at food labels for hidden sources of lactose in nonmilk products (including some beers) and avoid these. Most people with low lactase level can drink up to one half cup of milk at one time (2 to 4 ounces or 60 to 120 milliliters) without having symptoms. Larger servings (more than 8 ounces or 240 mL) may cause problems for people with the deficiency. Milk products that may be easier to digest include: Buttermilk and cheeses (these foods contain less lactose than milk) Fermented milk products, such as yogurt Goat's milk Ice cream, milkshakes, and aged or hard cheeses Lactose-free milk and milk products Lactase-treated cow's milk for older children and adults Soy formulas for infants younger than 2 years Soy or rice milk for toddlers You can add lactase enzymes to regular milk. You can also take these enzymes as capsules or chewable tablets. There are also many lactose-free dairy products available. Not having milk and other dairy products in your diet can lead to a shortage of calcium, vitamin D, riboflavin, and protein. You need 1,000 to 1,500 mg of calcium each day depending on your age and gender. Some things you can do to get more calcium in your diet are: Take calcium supplements with Vitamin D. Talk to your health care provider about which ones to choose. Eat foods that have more calcium (such as leafy greens, oysters, sardines, canned salmon, shrimp, and broccoli). Drink orange juice with added calcium. Symptoms most often go away when you remove milk, other dairy products, and other sources of lactose from your diet. Without dietary changes, infants or children may have growth problems. Call your provider if: You have an infant younger than 2 or 3 years old who has symptoms of lactose intolerance. Your child is growing slowly or not gaining weight. You or your child has symptoms of lactose intolerance and you need information about food substitutes. Your symptoms get worse or do not improve with treatment. You develop new symptoms. There is no known way to prevent lactose intolerance. You can prevent symptoms by avoiding foods with lactose. Lactase deficiency; Milk intolerance; Disaccharidase deficiency; Dairy product intolerance; Diarrhea - lactose intolerance; Bloating - lactose intolerance. Diarrhea - what to ask your doctor - child Diarrhea - what to ask your health care provider - adult. Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. Hogenauer C, Hammer HF. Maldigestion and malabsorption. |
| Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome | ETDF | 130,320,930,2440,81270,131610,334250,415700,568430,813960 | Rare autoimmune disorder with weakness of limb muscles, often accompanying cancer, typically small cell lung cancer. |
| Landau-Kleffner Syndrome | ETDF | 120,230,830,5250,97000,128210,162500,338060,511940,631410 | Rare neurological disorder where children suddenly or gradually lose understanding and use of language. |
| Langer-Giedion Syndrome | ETDF | 80,350,750,7500,32580,174500,407500,632000,723540,885540 | Rare genetic disorder caused by deletion of chromosomal material, associated with mild/moderate learning difficulties. |
| Language Accelerated Retention | XTRA | 3.5 | Receptivity to information/knowledge/learning. Mind |
| Languorous Paralysis | XTRA | 8.25,9.18,9.19,20,72,95,125,444,600,625,650,660,690,727.5,776,787,880,1865,10000 | May refer to hypotonia, an intense muscle weakness. Also see Amyotonia Congenita. |
| Large Intestine Tonic | CAFL | 8,440,880 | The large intestine, also known as the large bowel, is the last part of the gastrointestinal tract and of the digestive system in vertebrates. Water is absorbed here and the remaining waste material is stored as feces before being removed by defecation. Intestines |
| Larsen Syndrome | ETDF | 130,570,730,900,2250,35780,137090,490210,822500,935220 | Congenital disorder with dislocation of large joints and facial abnormalities. |
| Larva Migrans | KHZ | 70,370,700,850,5690,7250,30000,55540,93500,322060,515700,689930,752050,970500 | Meandering bright red tracks in skin caused by Hookworm infection. Also see Ancylostoma programs, and Creeping Eruption. |
| Laryngeal Diseases | ETDF | 30,240,620,830,183390,315620,432390,691500,822540,923010 | The larynx, commonly called the voice box, is an organ in the top of the neck of tetrapods involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration. The larynx houses the vocal folds, and manipulates pitch and volume, which is essential for phonation. |
| Laryngeal Polyp | CAFL | 202,765 | Laryngeal polyps are among the most common lesions of the vocal cords and are generally benign, both histologically and in their clinical behavior. Although their usual presenting symptom is hoarseness, acute airway obstruction from laryngeal polyps is uncommon. |
| Laryngitis | ETDF | 30,240,600,800,11950,52710,50000,197500,305610,432410 | Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx (voice box).Symptoms often include a hoarse voice and may include fever, cough, pain in the front of the neck, and trouble swallowing. Typically, these last under two weeks. Encyclopedia Entry for Laryngitis : Laryngitis. The voice box (larynx) is located at the top of the airway to the lungs (trachea). The larynx contains the vocal cords. When the vocal cords become inflamed or infected, they swell. This can cause hoarseness. Sometimes, the airway can get blocked. The most common form of laryngitis is an infection caused by a virus. It may also be caused by: Allergies Bacterial infection Bronchitis Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Injury Irritants and chemicals Laryngitis often occurs with an upper respiratory infection , which is typically caused by a virus. Several forms of laryngitis occur in children that can lead to dangerous or fatal respiratory blockage. These forms include: Croup Epiglottitis. Symptoms may include: Fever Hoarseness Swollen lymph nodes or glands in the neck. A physical exam can find whether hoarseness is caused by a respiratory tract infection. People with hoarseness that lasts more than a month (especially smokers) will need to see an ear, nose, and throat doctor (otolaryngologist). Tests of the throat and upper airway will be done. Common laryngitis is often caused by a virus, so antibiotics likely will not help. Your health care provider will make this decision. Resting your voice helps to reduce inflammation of the vocal cords. A humidifier may soothe the scratchy feeling that comes with laryngitis. Decongestants and pain medicines may relieve the symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Laryngitis that is not caused by a serious condition often gets better on its own. In rare cases, severe respiratory distress develops. This requires immediate medical attention. Call your provider if: A small child who is not teething has difficulty breathing, swallowing, or is drooling A child less than 3 months old has hoarseness Hoarseness has lasted for more than 1 week in a child, or 2 weeks in an adult. To prevent getting laryngitis: Try to avoid people who have upper respiratory infections during cold and flu season. Wash your hands often. DO NOT strain your voice. Stop smoking. This can help prevent tumors of the head and neck or lungs, which can lead to hoarseness. Hoarseness - laryngitis. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy. Allen CT, Merati AL. Acute and chronic laryngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Laryngitis : Laryngitis. Can be caused by measles, mumps, varicella Zoster and candida or aspergillosis infections. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Laryngitis | XTRA | 660,690,727.5,760,880 | Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx (voice box).Symptoms often include a hoarse voice and may include fever, cough, pain in the front of the neck, and trouble swallowing. Typically, these last under two weeks. Encyclopedia Entry for Laryngitis : Laryngitis. The voice box (larynx) is located at the top of the airway to the lungs (trachea). The larynx contains the vocal cords. When the vocal cords become inflamed or infected, they swell. This can cause hoarseness. Sometimes, the airway can get blocked. The most common form of laryngitis is an infection caused by a virus. It may also be caused by: Allergies Bacterial infection Bronchitis Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Injury Irritants and chemicals Laryngitis often occurs with an upper respiratory infection , which is typically caused by a virus. Several forms of laryngitis occur in children that can lead to dangerous or fatal respiratory blockage. These forms include: Croup Epiglottitis. Symptoms may include: Fever Hoarseness Swollen lymph nodes or glands in the neck. A physical exam can find whether hoarseness is caused by a respiratory tract infection. People with hoarseness that lasts more than a month (especially smokers) will need to see an ear, nose, and throat doctor (otolaryngologist). Tests of the throat and upper airway will be done. Common laryngitis is often caused by a virus, so antibiotics likely will not help. Your health care provider will make this decision. Resting your voice helps to reduce inflammation of the vocal cords. A humidifier may soothe the scratchy feeling that comes with laryngitis. Decongestants and pain medicines may relieve the symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Laryngitis that is not caused by a serious condition often gets better on its own. In rare cases, severe respiratory distress develops. This requires immediate medical attention. Call your provider if: A small child who is not teething has difficulty breathing, swallowing, or is drooling A child less than 3 months old has hoarseness Hoarseness has lasted for more than 1 week in a child, or 2 weeks in an adult. To prevent getting laryngitis: Try to avoid people who have upper respiratory infections during cold and flu season. Wash your hands often. DO NOT strain your voice. Stop smoking. This can help prevent tumors of the head and neck or lungs, which can lead to hoarseness. Hoarseness - laryngitis. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy. Allen CT, Merati AL. Acute and chronic laryngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Laryngitis : Laryngitis. Can be caused by measles, mumps, varicella Zoster and candida or aspergillosis infections. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Laryngomalacia | ETDF | 190,520,780,970,7500,116720,205540,325000,422500,925690 | Condition where the larynx collapses during inhalation, causing airway obstruction. Most common in infancy. |
| Laryngostenosis | ETDF | 200,250,750,2500,3000,5580,95230,175540,425690,571000 | Narrowing or stricture of the larynx. |
| Larynx | CAFL | 10,440,465,444,1550,880,802,787,727,28,7.69,3,1.2,250,9.6,9.39 | The larynx is an organ in the top of the neck of tetrapods involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration. The larynx houses the vocal folds, and manipulates pitch and volume, which is essential for phonation. Voice Box |
| Larynx Infection | XTRA | 1.19,3,7.69,7.7,9.39,9.4,9.59,10,28,230,250,440,444,465,660,690,727.5,787,802,880,1550,1865,2720 | Laryngeal papillomatosis, also known as recurrent respiratory papillomatosis or glottal papillomatosis, is a rare medical condition in which benign tumors (papilloma) form along the aerodigestive tract. There are two variants based on the age of onset: juvenile and adult laryngeal papillomatosis. |
| Larynx Polyp | XTRA | 202,675 | Vocal cord lesions, also known as vocal fold lesions, are benign (noncancerous) growths that include nodules, polyps, and cysts. ... Like vocal cord nodules, polyps can be caused by overuse or misuse of the voice, but can also be caused by a single episode of vocal abuse (such as yelling at a sports event). |
| Lassa Fever | ETDF | 30,240,4570,57500,110470,321820,491310,681280,721660,839340 | Acute viral hemorrhagic fever similar to Ebola and with multiple symptoms. Encyclopedia Entry for Lassa Fever : Lassa fever. Source of disease: Lassa virus |
| Lateral Medullary Syndrome | ETDF | 30,500,870,13520,7500,27500,35000,125690,297500,437500 | Collection of diverse neuro symptoms due to injury to lateral part of medulla oblongata. |
| Latex Hypersensitivity | ETDF | 150,230,650,930,7500,11090,52500,172510,383500,516520 | Latex allergies, with one type potentially life-threatening. |
| Laurence-Moon Syndrome | ETDF | 100,500,680,870,35250,164270,204190,325690,521290,662520 | Rare genetic disorder with retinitis pigmentosa, extra digits, spastic paraplegia, hypogonadism, and mental retardation. |
| Lavender Essential Oil (SD) | SD | 1071710.28,888438.68,1517246.2,1451428.27,3516886.09,2682187.61,1692986.78,1169590.37,2379488.99,860932.76,1320817.04,3252675.6,2773005.89,4752489.39,1204124.62,3335682.45,2124185.8,830159.08,1026963.99,4649543.82,885600.28,331653.39,276841.38,1353981.94,1090847.95,2412914.6,3639968.73,346675.56,3170624.47,675040.46,1665448.91,2669210.85,2256888.43,1354997.79,3640332.74,2036819.7,775702.52,1822651.78,674129.78,984282.64,2114331.52,2773421.86,234956.17,4360648.29,318394.57,2340082.47,3547793.08,335589.99,972347.65,3469554.86,894903.11,4553379.21,629310.31,4417484.47,1612515.67,2134512.86,306660.81,349984.6,2481801.48,3441909.84 | These frequencies were derived using Spooky Sample Digitizer. Spooky2 Sample Digitizer is a revolutionary way of determining resonant frequencies of both pathogens and substances. Samples within Sample Digitizer form a 'biological capacitor'. By analysing the frequency spectrum response of this capacitor, the Spooky2 software identifies the resonant peaks. Each peak is a pathogen 'hit' or substance molecular resonance point. Spooky brings this technology to end users at an affordable price. Because we care. Frequency range 100 kHz - 5 MHz. Frequency resolution 0.005%. Hit threshold 0. Max hits 60. Sample loops 14. Repeat 1. Max Current / RA |
| Laxative Mild 1 | XTRA | 20,727,787,800,802,880 | Fiber is the laxative most doctors recommend for normal and slow-transit constipation. |
| Laxative Mild 2 | XTRA | 802 | Fiber is the laxative most doctors recommend for normal and slow-transit constipation. |
| Lead | XTRA | 190000 | Lead (/_l_d/) is a chemical element with the symbol Pb (from the Latin plumbum) and atomic number 82. It is a heavy metal that is denser than most common materials. Lead is soft and malleable, and also has a relatively low melting point. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead - nutritional considerations. Lead is a natural element with thousands of uses. Because it is widespread (and often hidden), lead can easily contaminate food and water without being seen or tasted. In 2014 health organizations estimated that nearly a quarter billion people had toxic (poisonous) blood lead levels. Lead can be found in canned goods if there is lead solder in the cans. Lead may also be found in some containers (metal, glass, and ceramic or glazed clay) and cooking utensils. Old paint poses the greatest danger for lead poisoning, especially in young children. Tap water from lead pipes or pipes with lead solder is also a source of hidden lead. High doses of lead can damage the nervous system, kidneys, and blood system and can even lead to death. Continuous low-level exposure causes lead to accumulate in the body and cause damage. It is particularly dangerous for babies, before and after birth, and for small children, because their bodies and brains are growing rapidly. Many federal agencies study and monitor lead exposure. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) monitors lead in food, beverages, food containers, and tableware. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors lead levels in drinking water. To reduce the risk for lead poisoning: Run tap water for a minute before drinking or cooking with it. If your water has tested high in lead, consider installing a filtering device or switching to bottled water for drinking and cooking. Avoid canned goods from foreign countries until the ban on lead soldered cans goes into effect. If imported wine containers have a lead foil wrapper, wipe the rim and neck of the bottle with a towel moistened with lemon juice, vinegar, or wine before using. DO NOT store wine, spirits, or vinegar-based salad dressings in lead crystal decanters for long periods of time, as lead can leach out into the liquid. Other important recommendations: Paint over old leaded paint if it is in good condition, or remove the old paint and repaint with lead-free paint. If the paint needs to be sanded or removed because it is chipping or peeling, get advice on safe removal from the National Lead Information Center (800-LEAD-FYI). Keep your home as dust-free as possible and have everyone wash their hands before eating. Dispose of old painted toys if you do not know whether they have lead-free paint. Lead poisoning - nutritional considerations; Toxic metal - nutritional considerations. Markowitz M. Lead poisoning. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead and tap water. Water contaminated with lead. Lead testing Lead testing. United States Environmental Protection Agency website. Basic information about lead in drinking water. www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/basic-information-about-lead-drinking-water. Updated August 21, 2017. Accessed October 27, 2017. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead levels - blood. A blood sample is needed. Most of the time blood is drawn from a vein located on the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. In infants or young children, a sharp tool called a lancet may be used to puncture the skin. The blood collects in a small glass tube called a pipette, or onto a slide or test strip. A bandage is put over the spot to stop any bleeding. No special preparation is needed. For children, it may be helpful to explain how the test will feel and why it is done. This may make the child feel less nervous. You may feel slight pain or a sting when the needle is inserted. You may also feel some throbbing at the site after the blood is drawn. This test is used to screen people at risk for lead poisoning. This may include industrial workers and children who live in urban areas. The test is also used to measure how well treatment for lead poisoning is working. Lead is common in the environment, so it is often found in the body in low levels. Small amounts of lead in adults are not thought to be harmful. However, even low levels of lead can be dangerous to infants and children. It can cause lead poisoning that leads to problems in mental development. Adults: Less than 10 micrograms per deciliter ( g/dL) or 0.48 micromoles per liter ( mol/L) of lead in the blood Children: Less than 5 g/dL or 0.24 mol/L of lead in the blood Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. In adults, a blood lead level of 5 ug/dL or 0.24 umol/L or above is considered elevated. Treatment may be recommended if: Your blood lead level is greater than 80 g/dL or 3.86 mol/L You have symptoms of lead poisoning and your blood lead level is greater than 40 g/dL or 1.93 mol/L In children: Blood lead level of 5 g/dL or 0.24 mol/L or greater requires further testing and monitoring. The source of lead must be found and removed. A lead level greater than 45 g/dL or 2.17 mol/L in a child's blood most often indicates the need for treatment. Treatment may be considered with a level as low as 20 g/dL or 0.97 mol/L. Blood lead levels. Blood test Blood test. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Lead: what do parents need to know to protect their children? www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/acclpp/blood_lead_levels.htm. Updated May 17, 2017. Accessed June 20, 2017. Kao LW, Rusyniak DE. Chronic poisoning: trace metals and others. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead poisoning. Lead used to be very common in gasoline and house paint in the United States. Children living in cities with older houses are more likely to have high levels of lead. Although gasoline and paint are no longer made with lead in them, lead is still a health problem. Lead is everywhere, including dirt, dust, new toys, and old house paint. Unfortunately, you cannot see, taste, or smell lead. In 2014, health organizations estimated that nearly a quarter billion people worldwide had toxic (poisonous) blood lead levels. Lead is found in: Houses painted before 1978. Even if the paint is not peeling, it can be a problem. Lead paint is very dangerous when it is being stripped or sanded. These actions release fine lead dust into the air. Infants and children living in pre-1960's housing (when paint often contained lead) have the highest risk of lead poisoning. Small children often swallow paint chips or dust from lead-based paint. Toys and furniture painted before 1976. Painted toys and decorations made outside the United States Lead bullets, fishing sinkers, curtain weights. Plumbing, pipes, and faucets. Lead can be found in drinking water in homes containing pipes that were connected with lead solder. Although new building codes require lead-free solder, lead is still found in some modern faucets. Soil contaminated by decades of car exhaust or years of house paint scrapings. Lead is more common in soil near highways and houses. Hobbies involving soldering, stained glass, jewelry making, pottery glazing, and miniature lead figures (always look at labels). Children's paint sets and art supplies (always look at labels). Pewter, some glass, ceramic or glazed clay pitchers and dinnerware. Lead-acid batteries, such as ones used in car engines. Children get lead in their bodies when they put lead objects in their mouths, especially if they swallow those objects. They can also get lead poison on their fingers from touching a dusty or peeling lead object, and then putting their fingers in their mouths or eating food afterward. Children also can breathe in tiny amounts of lead. There are many possible symptoms of lead poisoning. Lead can affect many different parts of the body. A single high dose of lead can cause severe emergency symptoms. However, it is more common for lead poisoning to build up slowly over time. This occurs from repeated exposure to small amounts of lead. In this case, there may not be any obvious symptoms. Over time, even low levels of lead exposure can harm a child's mental development. The health problems get worse as the level of lead in the blood gets higher. Lead is much more harmful to children than adults because it can affect children's developing nerves and brains. The younger the child, the more harmful lead can be. Unborn children are the most vulnerable. Possible complications include: Behavior or attention problems Failure at school Hearing problems Kidney damage Reduced IQ Slowed body growth The symptoms of lead poisoning may include: Abdominal pain and cramping (usually the first sign of a high, toxic dose of lead poison) Aggressive behavior Anemia Constipation Difficulty getting pregnant Difficulty sleeping Headaches Hearing loss Irritability Loss of previous developmental skills (in young children) Low appetite and energy Reduced sensations Very high levels of lead may cause vomiting, staggering walk, muscle weakness, seizures , or coma. You can reduce exposure to lead with the following steps: If you suspect you may have lead paint in your house, get advice on safe removal from the National Lead Information Center -- www.epa.gov/lead at (800) 424-5323. Keep your home as dust-free as possible. Have everyone wash their hands before eating. Throw out old painted toys if you do not know whether the paint contains lead. Let tap water run for a minute before drinking or cooking with it. If your water has tested high in lead, consider installing an effective filtering device or switch to bottled water for drinking and cooking. Avoid canned goods from foreign countries until the ban on lead soldered cans goes into effect. If imported wine containers have a lead foil wrapper, wipe the rim and neck of the bottle with a towel moistened with lemon juice, vinegar, or wine before using. DO NOT store wine, spirits, or vinegar-based salad dressings in lead crystal decanters for long periods of time, because lead can get into the liquid. Provide the following information to emergency assistance: The person's age, weight, and condition The name of the product or the object you think had lead in it The date/time the lead was swallowed or inhaled The amount swallowed or inhaled However, DO NOT delay calling for help if this information is not immediately available. If someone has severe symptoms from possible lead exposure (such as vomiting or seizures) call 911 immediately. For other symptoms that you think may be caused by lead poisoning, call your local poison control center. Your local poison center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) from anywhere in the United States. This hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions. This is a free and confidential service. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. You can call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Except in severe cases where someone has been exposed to a high dose of lead, a trip to the emergency room is not necessary. Contact your health care provider or department of public health if you suspect possible low-level lead exposure. A blood lead test can help identify whether a problem exists. Over 10 mcg/dL (0.48 mol/L) is a definite concern. Levels between 2 and 10 mcg/dL (0.10 and 0.48 mol/L) should be discussed with your doctor. In many states, blood screening is recommended for young children at risk. Other lab tests may include: Bone marrow biopsy Complete blood count ( CBC ) and coagulation studies Erythrocyte protoporphyrin levels Iron level X-ray of the long bones and abdomen For children whose blood levels of lead are moderately high, identify all major sources of lead exposure and keep the child away from them. Follow-up blood testing may be needed. Chelation therapy is a procedure that can remove high levels of lead that have built up in a person's body over time. In cases where someone has potentially eaten a high toxic dose of lead in a short period of time, the following treatments might be done: Bowel irrigation (flushing out) with polyethylene glycol solution Gastric lavage (washing out the stomach). Adults who have had mildly high lead levels often recover without problems. In children, even mild lead poisoning can have a permanent impact on attention and IQ. People with higher lead levels have a greater risk of long-lasting health problems. They must be followed carefully. Their nerves and muscles can be greatly affected and may no longer function as well as they should. Other body systems may be harmed to various degrees, such as the kidneys and blood vessels. People who survive toxic lead levels may have some permanent brain damage. Children are more vulnerable to serious long-term problems. A complete recovery from chronic lead poisoning may take months to years. Plumbism. Markowitz M. Lead poisoning. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead Powder. Latin name: ceruse. Pinyin name: QIAN FEN. Properties: Minor cold,Pungent. Effect(s): 1. Treatment of scabies, pustulosis, unhealed lesion, burn, etc., usually mixed with honey for external use. 2. Treatment of malaria, used together with Herba Artemisiae Annuae or Radix Dichroae. Meridians: Liver,Cardiovascular. Encyclopedia Entry for Lead : Lead-coloured Brake. Latin name: Pteris plumbea. Pinyin name: LI BING FENG WEI JUE. Effect(s): To clear heat and disinhibit damp, quicken blood and stanch bleeding. Plant part: whole herb. |
| Lead pb | XTRA | 445.35,480.08,20430.65 | Lead (/_l_d/) is a chemical element with the symbol Pb (from the Latin plumbum) and atomic number 82. It is a heavy metal that is denser than most common materials. Lead is soft and malleable, and also has a relatively low melting point. |
| Leaky Gut | XTRA | 6033 | Also see Candida programs. |
| Leaky Gut Sweep | XTRA | 6033,6027-6040 | Also see Candida programs. |
| Leaky Gut Syndrome | ETDF | 170,220,470,610,109330,117880,211000,360000,525710,683470 | Also see Candida programs. |
| Leg Ulcer | ETDF | 80,350,600,31800,191500,228500,321000,523690,691000,797500 | Venous ulcers are wounds that are thought to occur due to improper functioning of venous valves, usually of the legs (hence leg ulcers).:846 They are the major occurrence of chronic wounds, occurring in 70% to 90% of leg ulcer cases. |
| Legg-Perthes Disease | KHZ | 10,320,700,870,5780,32500,181930,621690,705540,815700 | Childhood hip disorder caused by disrupted blood supply to femoral head. |
| Legionella | CAFL | 723,724,897,975,8120,8856,690,693 | Gram-negative bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease. Associated with condensed or treated water that migrate to lung tissue and produce severe respiratory problems, fever, headache, abdominal pain, and may affect kidneys and liver. Lung |
| Legionella Pneumophila | XTRA | 660,690,693,723,724,727.5,897,975,8120,8856 | Gram-negative bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease and other problems. |
| Legionella Pneumophila A | XTRA | 566555.5554 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon. Run Legionella Pneumophila Toxin immediately after. Use both every 3 days, 5 times in all. Gram-negative bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease and other problems. |
| Legionella Pneumophila Toxin | XTRA | 6877677.6657 | Biofilm toxin. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon. Run Legionella Pneumophila A before this. Use both every 3 days, 5 times in all. Gram-negative bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease and other problems. |
| Legionellosis | ETDF | 190,230,850,2500,32500,192280,391280,562500,725690,975230 | Also called Legionnaires' Disease. See Legionella programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Legionellosis : Legionellosis (Legionnaires' disease). Source of disease: Legionella pneumophila Encyclopedia Entry for Legionellosis : Legionellosis (Pontiac fever). Source of disease: Legionella pneumophila |
| Leigh Disease | ETDF | 460,950,7500,25540,15690,40000,60000,125000,300000,527810 | Rare inherited neurometabolic disorder that affects the central nervous system. |
| Leiomyoma | ETDF | 850,980,1800,17530,213230,321290,423690,597500,862500,915540 | Smooth muscle benign tumor most commonly found in uterus, esophagus, and small bowel. |
| Leiomyosarcoma | ETDF | 170,180,800,7500,47210,132580,355230,486900,530220,841690 | Smooth muscle malignant tumor most commonly found in uterus, intestines, blood vessels and skin. Encyclopedia Entry for Leiomyosarcoma : Leiomyosarcoma. Goldblum JR, Folpe AL, Weiss SW. Leiomyosarcoma. |
| Leishman-Donovan Bodies | BIO | 525 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Donovan, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishman-Donovan Bodies | CAFL | 525,781 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Donovan(i), Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. Liver Spleen |
| Leishmania Amastigote | XTRA | 565555.5544 | Apply=Frequencies Directly. Use Malt (best) or Malt extract to digest this. Dowsed by Newport. Reported in Morgellons. |
| Leishmania Braziliensis | HC | 400050-405100 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Braziliensis, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Braziliensis | XTRA | 991.62,998.94,1004.13,12501.55,12593.75,12659.37 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Braziliensis, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Donovani | HC | 398000-402650 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Donovan(i), Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Donovani | XTRA | 986.53,991.5,998.07,12437.5,12500,12582.8 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Donovan(i), Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Infantum | XTRA | 26765379.86 | Also called Leishmania Chagasi. Causes infantile visceral Leishmaniasis. Closely related to Leishmania Donovani. Carried by canines. |
| Leishmania Mexicana | HC | 400200-403800 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Mexicana, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Mexicana | XTRA | 992,996.46,1000.91,12506.25,12562.5,12618.75 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Mexicana, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Tropica | HC | 402100-407400 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Tropica, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmania Tropica | XTRA | 996.71,1003.88,1009.84,12565.62,12656.25,12731.25 | Type of intracellular protozoan human parasite found worldwide and transmitted by sandflies. See Parasites Leishmania Tropica, Leishmaniasis, and other Leishmania programs. |
| Leishmaniasis | ETDF | 60,120,850,7510,32520,43060,151180,225530,515760,659020 | Leishmania infection. Also see species-specific Leishmania programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Leishmaniasis : Leishmaniasis. Leishmaniasis is caused by a tiny parasite called leishmania protozoa. Protozoa are one-celled organisms. There are different forms of leishmaniasis. Cutaneous leishmaniasis affects the skin and mucous membranes. Skin sores usually start at the site of the sandfly bite. In a few people, sores may develop on mucous membranes. Systemic, or visceral, leishmaniasis affects the entire body. This form occurs 2 to 8 months after a person is bitten by the sandfly. Most people do not remember having a skin sore. This form can lead to deadly complications. The parasites damage the immune system by decreasing the numbers of disease-fighting cells. Cases of leishmaniasis have been reported on all continents except Australia and Antarctica. In the Americas, leishmaniasis can be found in Mexico and South America. Leishmaniasis has been reported in military personnel returning from the Persian Gulf. Symptoms of cutaneous leishmaniasis depend on where the lesions are located and may include: Breathing difficulty Skin sores, which may become a skin ulcer that heals very slowly Stuffy nose, runny nose, and nosebleeds Swallowing difficulty Ulcers and wearing away (erosion) in the mouth, tongue, gums, lips, nose, and inner nose Systemic visceral infection in children usually begins suddenly with: Cough Diarrhea Fever Vomiting Adults usually have a fever for 2 weeks to 2 months, along with symptoms such as fatigue , weakness , and appetite loss. Weakness increases as the disease gets worse. Other symptoms of systemic visceral leishmaniasis may include: Abdominal discomfort Fever that lasts for weeks; may come and go in cycles Night sweats Scaly, gray, dark, ashen skin Thinning hair Weight loss. Your health care provider will examine you and may find that your spleen, liver, and lymph nodes are enlarged. You will be asked if you recall being bitten by sandflies or if you've been in an area where leishmaniasis is common. Tests that may be done to diagnose the condition include: Biopsy of the spleen and culture Bone marrow biopsy and culture Direct agglutination assay Indirect immunofluorescent antibody test Leishmania-specific PCR test Liver biopsy and culture Lymph node biopsy and culture Montenegro skin test (not approved in the United States) Skin biopsy and culture Other tests that may be done include: Complete blood count Serologic testing Serum albumin Serum immunoglobulin levels Serum protein. Medicines called antimony-containing compounds are the main drugs used to treat leishmaniasis. These include: Meglumine antimoniate Sodium stibogluconate Other drugs that may be used include: Amphotericin B Ketoconazole Miltefosine Paromomycin Pentamidine Plastic surgery may be needed to correct the disfigurement caused by sores on the face (cutaneous leishmaniasis). Cure rates are high with the proper medicine, especially when treatment is started before the immune system is damaged. Cutaneous leishmaniasis may lead to disfigurement. Death is usually caused by complications (such as other infections), rather than from the disease itself. Death often occurs within 2 years. Leishmaniasis may lead to the following: Bleeding (hemorrhage) Deadly infections due to immune system damage Disfigurement of the face. Contact your provider if you have symptoms of leishmaniasis after visiting an area where the disease is known to occur. Taking measures to avoid sandfly bites can help prevent leishmaniasis: Putting fine mesh netting around the bed (in areas where the disease occurs) Screening windows Wearing insect repellent Wearing protective clothing Public health measures to reduce sandflies are important. There are no vaccines or drugs that prevent leishmaniasis. Kala-azar; Cutaneous leishmaniasis; Visceral leishmaniasis; Old world leishmaniasis; New world leishmaniasis. Leishmaniasis Leishmaniasis Leishmaniasis, mexicana - lesion on the cheek Leishmaniasis, mexicana - lesion on the cheek Leishmaniasis on the finger Leishmaniasis on the finger Leishmania panamensis on the foot Leishmania panamensis on the foot Leishmania panamensis - close-up Leishmania panamensis - close-up. Boelaert M, Sundar S. Leishmaniasis. Encyclopedia Entry for Leishmaniasis : Leishmaniasis: Leishmaniasis is a disease spread by the bite of the sandfly. It is found mostly in tropical countries. There are several types of leishmaniasis, and they vary in symptoms and severity. Visceral leishmaniasis (VL, or kala azar) is the most severe; left untreated, it is always fatal. Its symptoms include fever, weight loss, anemia, and a swelling of the spleen and liver. Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis (MCL, or espundia) produces lesions that affect the nose, mouth, and throat and can destroy their mucous membranes. Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) produces skin ulcers, sometimes as many as 200, that cause disability and extensive scarring. Diffuse cutaneous leishmaniasis (DCL) is similar to CL, and infected people are prone to relapses. Approximately 12 million cases of leishmaniasis exist today. Encyclopedia Entry for Leishmaniasis : Leishmaniasis. Source of disease: Leishmania species |
| Leishmaniavirus New | XTRA | 428.3,856.6,1713.09 | RNA virus found to be present in some species of Leishmania. |
| Leishmaniavirus Old | XTRA | 431.8,863.6,1727.2 | RNA virus found to be present in some species of Leishmania. |
| Lemon Citrus Essential Oil (SD) | SD | 588587.84,169543.11,588676.13,260172.87,393895.78,112749.35,1274050.8,4888413.71,2424524.14,4534749.04,2216296.42,186709.63,1378504.73,3118116.01,1279668.83,106678.38,3693500.79,4884993.1,1868043.93,105105.92,394250.44,2891515.74,469318.58,578898.17,1783438.03,3211789.41,3158757.19,4679395.58,178262.27,831904.19,115811.81,475720.96,361238.49,4284145.79,558512.74,772567.35,2320740.65,322851.05,145555.98,1350533.78,1299787.67,4507397.33,271305.4,330511.17,976000.71,613834.37,698665.27,1168538.24,281362.61,2392731.53,2839509.41,3495149.41,1568149.32,357125.99,161193.98,4880354.67,1603430.87,187739.35,3597990.1,125306.71 | These frequencies were derived using Spooky Sample Digitizer. Spooky2 Sample Digitizer is a revolutionary way of determining resonant frequencies of both pathogens and substances. Samples within Sample Digitizer form a 'biological capacitor'. By analysing the frequency spectrum response of this capacitor, the Spooky2 software identifies the resonant peaks. Each peak is a pathogen 'hit' or substance molecular resonance point. Spooky brings this technology to end users at an affordable price. Because we care. Frequency range 100 kHz - 5 MHz. Frequency resolution 0.005%. Hit threshold 0. Max hits 60. Sample loops 14. Repeat 1. Max Current / RA |
| Lentigo | ETDF | 100,570,950,7500,17500,37500,95540,225690,536420,689930 | Harmless small pigmented spot with clearly-defined edge surrounded by normal-looking skin. |
| Leprosy | CAFL | 600,10000 | Also see Leprosy Secondary Infection. Nerve Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy (Hansen's disease) - Mycobacterium leprae (Acid-fast positive) Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy. It is not very contagious and has a long incubation period (time before symptoms appear), which makes it hard to know where or when someone caught the disease. Children are more likely than adults to get the disease. Most people who come in contact with the bacteria don't develop the disease. This is because their immune system is able to fight off the bacteria. Experts believe that the bacteria spread when a person breathes in tiny airborne droplets released when someone with leprosy coughs or sneezes. The bacteria may also be passed on by coming into contact with the nasal fluids of a person with leprosy. Leprosy has two common forms: tuberculoid and lepromatous. Both forms produce sores on the skin. However, the lepromatous form is more severe. It causes large lumps and bumps ( nodules ). Leprosy is common in many countries worldwide, and in temperate, tropical, and subtropical climates. About 100 cases per year are diagnosed in the United States. Most cases are in the South, California, Hawaii, and US islands, and Guam. Drug-resistant Mycobacterium leprae and an increased numbers of cases worldwide have led to global concern for this disease. Symptoms include: Skin lesions that are lighter than your normal skin color Lesions that have decreased sensation to touch, heat, or pain Lesions that do not heal after several weeks to months Muscle weakness Numbness or lack of feeling in the hands, arms, feet, and legs. Tests that are done include: Skin lesion biopsy Skin scraping examination The lepromin skin test can be used to tell the two different forms of leprosy apart, but the test isn't used to diagnose the disease. Several antibiotics are used to kill the bacteria that cause the disease. These include dapsone, rifampin, clofazamine, fluoroquinolones, macrolides, and minocycline. More than one antibiotic is often given together, and usually for months. Aspirin, prednisone, or thalidomide is used to control inflammation. Diagnosing the disease early is important. Early treatment limits damage, prevents a person from spreading the disease, and reduces long-term complications. Health problems that may result from leprosy include: Disfigurement Muscle weakness Permanent nerve damage in the arms and legs Loss of sensation People with long-term leprosy may lose the use of their hands or feet due to repeated injury because they lack feeling in those areas. Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of leprosy, especially if you have had contact with someone who has the disease. Cases of leprosy in the United States are reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. People on long-term medicine become noninfectious. This means they do not transmit the organism that causes the disease. Hansen disease. Renault CA. Ernst JD. Mycobacterium leprae (leprosy). Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy. Source of disease: Mycobacterium leprae and Mycobacterium lepromatosis |
| Leprosy | RIFE | 743000,251926 | Crane=600, Rife (1936)=6000. Also see Leprosy Secondary Infection. Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy (Hansen's disease) - Mycobacterium leprae (Acid-fast positive) Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy. It is not very contagious and has a long incubation period (time before symptoms appear), which makes it hard to know where or when someone caught the disease. Children are more likely than adults to get the disease. Most people who come in contact with the bacteria don't develop the disease. This is because their immune system is able to fight off the bacteria. Experts believe that the bacteria spread when a person breathes in tiny airborne droplets released when someone with leprosy coughs or sneezes. The bacteria may also be passed on by coming into contact with the nasal fluids of a person with leprosy. Leprosy has two common forms: tuberculoid and lepromatous. Both forms produce sores on the skin. However, the lepromatous form is more severe. It causes large lumps and bumps ( nodules ). Leprosy is common in many countries worldwide, and in temperate, tropical, and subtropical climates. About 100 cases per year are diagnosed in the United States. Most cases are in the South, California, Hawaii, and US islands, and Guam. Drug-resistant Mycobacterium leprae and an increased numbers of cases worldwide have led to global concern for this disease. Symptoms include: Skin lesions that are lighter than your normal skin color Lesions that have decreased sensation to touch, heat, or pain Lesions that do not heal after several weeks to months Muscle weakness Numbness or lack of feeling in the hands, arms, feet, and legs. Tests that are done include: Skin lesion biopsy Skin scraping examination The lepromin skin test can be used to tell the two different forms of leprosy apart, but the test isn't used to diagnose the disease. Several antibiotics are used to kill the bacteria that cause the disease. These include dapsone, rifampin, clofazamine, fluoroquinolones, macrolides, and minocycline. More than one antibiotic is often given together, and usually for months. Aspirin, prednisone, or thalidomide is used to control inflammation. Diagnosing the disease early is important. Early treatment limits damage, prevents a person from spreading the disease, and reduces long-term complications. Health problems that may result from leprosy include: Disfigurement Muscle weakness Permanent nerve damage in the arms and legs Loss of sensation People with long-term leprosy may lose the use of their hands or feet due to repeated injury because they lack feeling in those areas. Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of leprosy, especially if you have had contact with someone who has the disease. Cases of leprosy in the United States are reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. People on long-term medicine become noninfectious. This means they do not transmit the organism that causes the disease. Hansen disease. Renault CA. Ernst JD. Mycobacterium leprae (leprosy). Encyclopedia Entry for Leprosy : Leprosy. Source of disease: Mycobacterium leprae and Mycobacterium lepromatosis |
| Leprosy Secondary Infection | CAFL | 1600,1550,1500,880,832,802,787,776,760,727,700,690,666,650,625,600,465,444,20,500,450,440,428,660 | Also see Hansen's Disease. |
| Leptospira Interrogans Spirochete | HC | 397050-401100 | Gram-negative spirochete causing Leptospirosis. |
| Leptospirosis | CAFL | 612,663 | Spirochete disease spread through animal urine that can cause meningitis, jaundice, anemia, miscarriage, and death. See Leptospira Interrogans Spirochete. Spleen Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis -Weil's disease- canicola fever- canefield fever- nanukayami fever- 7-day fever- Leptospira interrogans (spiral shaped bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis. These bacteria can be found in fresh water that has been soiled by animal urine. You may get infected if you come in contact with an infected animal. The infection occurs in warmer climates. Leptospirosis is not spread from person to person, except in very rare cases. Risk factors include: Occupational exposure -- farmers, ranchers, slaughterhouse workers, trappers, veterinarians, loggers, sewer workers, rice field workers, and military personnel Recreational activities -- fresh water swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and trail biking in warm areas Household exposure -- pet dogs, domesticated livestock, rainwater catchment systems, and infected rodents Weil disease is rare in the continental United States. Hawaii has the highest number of cases in the United States. Symptoms can take 2 to 26 days (average 10 days) to develop, and may include: Dry cough Fever Headache Muscle pain Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea Shaking chills Less common symptoms include: Abdominal pain Abnormal lung sounds Bone pain Conjunctivitis Enlarged lymph glands Enlarged spleen or liver Joint aches Muscle rigidity Muscle tenderness Skin rash Sore throat. The blood is tested for antibodies to the bacteria. Other tests that may be done: Complete blood count (CBC) Creatine kinase Liver enzymes Urinalysis Blood cultures. Medicines to treat leptospirosis include: Ampicillin Azithromycin Ceftriaxone Cefotaxime Doxycycline Penicillin Complicated or serious cases may need supportive care. You may need treatment in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU). The outlook is generally good. However, a complicated case can be fatal if it is not treated promptly. Complications may include: Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction when penicillin is given Meningitis Severe bleeding. Contact your health care provider if you have any symptoms of, or risk factors for, leptospirosis. Avoid areas of stagnant water, especially in tropical climates. If you are exposed to a high risk area take precaution to avoid infection. You can take doxycycline or amoxicillin to decrease the risk. Weil disease; Icterohemorrhagic fever; Swineherd's disease; Rice-field fever; Cane-cutter fever; Swamp fever; Mud fever; Hemorrhagic jaundice; Stuttgart disease; Canicola fever. Antibodies Antibodies. Haake DA, Levett PN. Leptospira species (leptospirosis). Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis. Source of disease: Leptospira species |
| Leptospirosis | ETDF | 70,240,10570,37290,132810,313750,437500,520500,631940,771000 | Spirochete disease spread through animal urine that can cause meningitis, jaundice, anemia, miscarriage, and death. See Leptospira Interrogans Spirochete. Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis -Weil's disease- canicola fever- canefield fever- nanukayami fever- 7-day fever- Leptospira interrogans (spiral shaped bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis. These bacteria can be found in fresh water that has been soiled by animal urine. You may get infected if you come in contact with an infected animal. The infection occurs in warmer climates. Leptospirosis is not spread from person to person, except in very rare cases. Risk factors include: Occupational exposure -- farmers, ranchers, slaughterhouse workers, trappers, veterinarians, loggers, sewer workers, rice field workers, and military personnel Recreational activities -- fresh water swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and trail biking in warm areas Household exposure -- pet dogs, domesticated livestock, rainwater catchment systems, and infected rodents Weil disease is rare in the continental United States. Hawaii has the highest number of cases in the United States. Symptoms can take 2 to 26 days (average 10 days) to develop, and may include: Dry cough Fever Headache Muscle pain Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea Shaking chills Less common symptoms include: Abdominal pain Abnormal lung sounds Bone pain Conjunctivitis Enlarged lymph glands Enlarged spleen or liver Joint aches Muscle rigidity Muscle tenderness Skin rash Sore throat. The blood is tested for antibodies to the bacteria. Other tests that may be done: Complete blood count (CBC) Creatine kinase Liver enzymes Urinalysis Blood cultures. Medicines to treat leptospirosis include: Ampicillin Azithromycin Ceftriaxone Cefotaxime Doxycycline Penicillin Complicated or serious cases may need supportive care. You may need treatment in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU). The outlook is generally good. However, a complicated case can be fatal if it is not treated promptly. Complications may include: Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction when penicillin is given Meningitis Severe bleeding. Contact your health care provider if you have any symptoms of, or risk factors for, leptospirosis. Avoid areas of stagnant water, especially in tropical climates. If you are exposed to a high risk area take precaution to avoid infection. You can take doxycycline or amoxicillin to decrease the risk. Weil disease; Icterohemorrhagic fever; Swineherd's disease; Rice-field fever; Cane-cutter fever; Swamp fever; Mud fever; Hemorrhagic jaundice; Stuttgart disease; Canicola fever. Antibodies Antibodies. Haake DA, Levett PN. Leptospira species (leptospirosis). Encyclopedia Entry for Leptospirosis : Leptospirosis. Source of disease: Leptospira species |
| Leptospirosis 1 | XTRA | 600,612,663,984.19,989.01,994.23,12407.8,12468.75,12534.37,19865.04 | Spirochete disease spread through animal urine that can cause meningitis, jaundice, anemia, miscarriage, and death. See Leptospira Interrogans Spirochete. |
| Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome | ETDF | 70,220,620,7500,2500,41010,119340,475690,527000,667000 | Also called juvenile gout. Rare inherited disorder with build-up of uric acid in body fluids. See Gout programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome : Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is passed down as an X-linked, or sex-linked trait. It occurs mostly in boys. People with this syndrome are missing or severely lacking an enzyme called hypoxanthine guanine phosphoribosyltransferase (HPRT). The body needs this substance to recycle purines. Without it, abnormally high levels of uric acid build up in the body. Too much uric acid can cause gout-like swelling in some of the joints. In some cases, kidney and bladder stones develop. People with Lesch-Nyhan have delayed motor development followed by abnormal movements and increased reflexes. A striking feature of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is self-destructive behavior, including chewing off fingertips and lips. It is unknown how the disease causes these problems. There may be a family history of this condition. The health care provider will perform a physical exam. The exam may show: Increased reflexes Spasticity (having spasms) Blood and urine tests may show high uric acid levels. A skin biopsy may show decreased levels of the HPRT1 enzyme. No specific treatment exists for Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. Medicine for treating gout can lower uric acid levels. However, treatment does not improve the nervous system outcome (for example, having increased reflexes and spasms). Some symptoms may be relieved with these medicines: Carbidopa/levodopa Diazepam Phenobarbital Haloperidol. The outcome is likely to be poor. People with this syndrome usually need help walking and sitting. Most need a wheelchair. Severe, progressive disability is likely. Call your provider if signs of this illness appear in your child or if there is a history of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome in your family. Genetic counseling for prospective parents with a family history of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is recommended. Testing can be done to see if a woman is a carrier of this syndrome. Harris JC. Disorders of purine and pyrimidine metabolism. |
| Leucine Metabolism Disorders | ETDF | 30,260,780,11950,7500,55540,97500,515700,652430,758780 | Genetic metabolic disorder affecting processing of leucine amino acid. Also see Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria, and Maple Syrup Urine Disease. |
| Leuco Encephalitis | VEGA | 572 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leucoencephalitis, and Leukoencephalitis programs. |
| Leucocytozoon | HC | 397460-402550 | Parasitic protozoan in birds and poultry. |
| Leucocytozoon 1 | XTRA | 985.2,991.5,997.82,12420.62,125000,12579.69 | Parasitic protozoan in birds and poultry. |
| Leucocytozoon 2 | XTRA | 991.5,19914.83 | Parasitic protozoan in birds and poultry. |
| Leucoencephalitis | VEGA | 572,932,1111 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leuco Encephalitis, and Leukoencephalitis programs. |
| Leucosis | BIO | 612,633,653,3722,41224 | Proliferation of tissues that form white blood cells. Considered to be foundational stage of leukemia. See Cancer Leukemia programs. |
| Leukemia | CAFL | 666,690,727,787,880,2008,2127 | Cancer involving the blood-forming tissues in bone marrow. See Cancer Leukemia programs. Blood Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia - resources. Resources - leukemia. Immune system structures Immune system structures. Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia. Bone marrow aspiration Bone marrow aspiration Acute lymphocytic leukemia - photomicrograph Acute lymphocytic leukemia - photomicrograph Auer rods Auer rods Chronic lymphocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic lymphocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia. Appelbaum FR. Acute leukemias in adults. Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia. Can be caused by human T-cell leukemia virus-1. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Leukemia | XTRA | 690,666 | Cancer involving the blood-forming tissues in bone marrow. See Cancer Leukemia programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia - resources. Resources - leukemia. Immune system structures Immune system structures. Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia. Bone marrow aspiration Bone marrow aspiration Acute lymphocytic leukemia - photomicrograph Acute lymphocytic leukemia - photomicrograph Auer rods Auer rods Chronic lymphocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic lymphocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia - microscopic view Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia Chronic myelocytic leukemia. Appelbaum FR. Acute leukemias in adults. Encyclopedia Entry for Leukemia : Leukemia. Can be caused by human T-cell leukemia virus-1. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Leukocytogenesis Stimulate | XTRA | 30,727 | Stimulate creation of white blood cells, vital for immune response. Also see Leukopenia, and other White Blood Cell programs. |
| Leukocytosis | XTRA | 612,633,644,653,3722 | White blood cell count above normal range, normally a sign of inflammation following infection, parasite infestation, or bone tumor. Also see Eosinophilia programs. |
| Leukoderma Acquired | CAFL | 20,440,444,600,650,727,787,880,2112 | Also called leukodermia. See Vitiligo programs. Skin |
| Leukodystrophy Globoid Cell | ETDF | 160,550,850,2500,5500,27500,37500,123010,327230,533690 | Also called Krabbe Disease. Rare demyelinating and nerve degenerating disorder. |
| Leukodystrophy Metachromatic | ETDF | 160,550,850,7500,32500,35540,95690,376290,515700,689930 | Lysosomal storage disease affecting the growth and development of myelin nerve sheath. See Lysosomal Storage Diseases. |
| Leukoencephalitis | BIO | 324,572,932,1035,1079,1111,1160,1333,1630 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leuco Encephalitis, and Leucoencephalitis programs. |
| Leukoencephalitis | CAFL | 324,572,776,934,1079,1111,1333 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leuco Encephalitis, and Leucoencephalitis programs. Brain |
| Leukoencephalitis 2 | XTRA | 324,2720,47,266,2720,338,572,712,713,715,776,783,832,934,1035,1079,1111,1160,1244,1333,1630 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leuco Encephalitis, and Leucoencephalitis programs. |
| Leukoencephalitis Secondary | CAFL | 338,783,932,1035,1160,1630,712,713,715,1244 | Inflammation of brain's white matter, usually in infants and children, but also found in horses as a result of forage poisoning. Also see Leuco Encephalitis, and Leucoencephalitis programs. |
| Leukopenia | ETDF | 20,500,850,2500,7500,15690,35540,125000,225690,377910 | Low white blood cell count. Also use Leukocytogenesis Stimulate, and other White Blood Cell programs. |
| Leukoplakia | CAFL | 465,2127,2008,727,690,666 | White patches on mucous membranes. See EBV, Mouth Eruptions White Patches, Papilloma, and Cancer Carcinoma programs. Mouth Encyclopedia Entry for Leukoplakia : Leukoplakia. Leukoplakia affects the mucous membranes of the mouth. The exact cause is not known. It may be due to irritation such as: Rough teeth Rough places on dentures, fillings, and crowns Smoking or other tobacco use (smoker's keratosis), especially pipes Holding chewing tobacco or snuff in the mouth for a long period of time Drinking a lot of alcohol The disorder is most common in older adults. A type of leukoplakia of the mouth, called oral hairy leukoplakia, is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. It is seen mostly in people with HIV/AIDS. It may be one of the first signs of HIV infection. Oral hairy leukoplakia can also appear in other people whose immune system is not working well, such as after a bone marrow transplant. Patches in the mouth usually develop on the tongue (sides of the tongue with oral hairy leukoplakia) and on the insides of the cheeks. Leukoplakia patches are: Most often white or gray Uneven in shape Fuzzy (oral hairy leukoplakia) Slightly raised, with a hard surface Unable to be scraped off Painful when the mouth patches come into contact with acidic or spicy food. A biopsy of the lesion confirms the diagnosis. Examination of the biopsy may find changes that indicate oral cancer. The goal of treatment is to get rid of the leukoplakia patch. Removing the source of irritation may cause the patch to disappear. Treat dental causes such as rough teeth, irregular denture surface, or fillings as soon as possible. Stop smoking or using other tobacco products. Do not drink alcohol. If removing the source of the irritation does not work, your health care provider may suggest applying medicine to the patch or using surgery to remove it. For oral hairy leukoplakia, taking antiviral medicine usually causes the patch to disappear. Your provider may also suggest applying medicine to the patch. Leukoplakia is usually harmless. Patches in the mouth often clear up in a few weeks or months after the source of irritation is removed. In some cases, the patches may be an early sign of cancer. . Call for an appointment with your provider if you have any patches that look like leukoplakia or hairy leukoplakia. Stop smoking or using other tobacco products. Do not drink alcohol, or limit the number of drinks you have. Have rough teeth treated and dental appliances repaired right away. Hairy leukoplakia; Smoker's keratosis. Holmstrup P, Dabelsteen E. Oral leukoplakia to treat or not to treat. Oral Dis. 2016;22(6):494-497. PMID: 26785709 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26785709. Marks JG, Miller JJ. Mucous membrane disorders. |
| Lice Infestations | ETDF | 30,410,620,930,7500,13930,85540,96500,327810,405230 | Pediculosis is an infestation of lice (blood-feeding ectoparasitic insects of the order Phthiraptera). The condition can occur in almost any species of warm-blooded animal (i.e. mammals and birds), including humans. |
| Lichen Planus | ETDF | 50,490,620,950,10470,32710,330220,402800,692100,775090 | Skin and/or mucous membrane disease that resembles lichen, with unknown cause. Encyclopedia Entry for Lichen Planus : Lichen planus. The exact cause of lichen planus is unknown. It may be related to an allergic or immune reaction. Risks for the condition include: Exposure to certain medicines, dyes, and other chemicals (including gold, antibiotics, arsenic, iodides, chloroquine, quinacrine, quinide, phenothiazines, and diuretics) Diseases such as hepatitis C Lichen planus mostly affects middle-aged adults. It is less common in children. Mouth sores are one symptom of lichen planus. They: May be tender or painful (mild cases may not cause pain) Are located on the sides of the tongue, inside of the cheek, or on the gums Look like bluish-white spots or pimples Form lines in a lacy network Gradually increase in size Sometimes form painful ulcers Skin sores are another symptom of lichen planus. They: Usually appear on the inner wrist, legs, torso, or genitals Are itchy Have even sides (symmetrical) and sharp borders Occur alone or in clusters, often at the site of a skin injury May be covered with thin white streaks or scratch marks Are shiny or scaly looking Have a dark, violet color May develop blisters or ulcers Other symptoms of lichen planus are: Dry mouth Hair loss Metallic taste in the mouth Ridges in the nails. Your health care provider may make the diagnosis based on the appearance of your skin or mouth lesions. A skin lesion biopsy or biopsy of a mouth lesion can confirm the diagnosis. The goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and speed healing. If your symptoms are mild, you may not need treatment. Treatments may include: Antihistamines Medicines that calm down the immune system (in severe cases) Lidocaine mouthwashes to numb the area and make eating more comfortable (for mouth sores) Topical corticosteroids or oral corticosteroids to reduce swelling and lower immune responses Corticosteroid shots into a sore Vitamin A as a cream or taken by mouth Other medicines that are applied to the skin Dressings placed over your skin with medicines to keep you from scratching Ultraviolet light therapy. Lichen planus is usually not harmful. Most often it gets better with treatment. The condition often clears up within 18 months, but may come and go for years. If lichen planus is caused by a medicine you are taking, the rash should go away once you stop the medicine. Mouth ulcers that are present for a long time may develop into oral cancer. Call your provider if: Your skin or mouth lesions change in appearance The condition continues or gets worse, even with treatment Your dentist recommends changing your medicines or treating conditions that trigger the disorder. Lichen planus - close-up Lichen planus - close-up Lichen nitidus on the abdomen Lichen nitidus on the abdomen Lichen planus on the arm Lichen planus on the arm Lichen planus on the hands Lichen planus on the hands Lichen planus on the oral mucosa Lichen planus on the oral mucosa Lichen striatus - close-up Lichen striatus - close-up Lichen striatus on the leg Lichen striatus on the leg Lichen striatus - close-up Lichen striatus - close-up. James WD, Berger TG, Elston DM. Lichen planus and related conditions. Encyclopedia Entry for Lichen Planus : Lichen Planus. Skin and/or mucous membrane disease that resembles lichen. Can be caused by Herpesviruses including HHV-3, HHV-6, HHV-7 and in rare cases to infections with Hepatitis B and C. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus | ETDF | 150,180,800,5500,107500,372500,515540,631850,711120,907500 | Disorder with white patches of skin, mostly around genitals. Affects both sexes. Cause unknown. See Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus. |
| Ligament Stimulate Healing | XTRA | 9.69,50,120 | ligament healing is slow and often incomplete. Joint laxity caused by ligament injury improves slowly over a period of six weeks to a year. However, at six weeks to one year after injury, a large percentage of patients still have objective mechanical laxity and subjective joint instability. |
| Ligaments Stimulate Healing | XTRA | 9.7 | Fibroblast Growth Factor promotes the growth of the cells involved in collagen and cartilage formation.The collagen becomes aligned with the long axis of the ligament during this time, however, the newly formed type of collagen fibrils are abnormal and smaller in diameter than normal ligament tissue. |
| Lipodystrophy | ETDF | 20,120,850,7500,32500,40000,60000,150000,92500,426900 | Abnormal or degenerative conditions of the body's adipose (fat) tissue. |
| Lipoma | CAFL | 47,606,709 | Benign, soft tumor of fatty tissue. Use Liver Support program. |
| Lipoma | ETDF | 160,550,850,7500,32500,35670,97500,375540,515700,660410 | Benign, soft tumor of fatty tissue. Use Liver Support program. |
| Lipomatosis | ETDF | 20,500,870,172500,207500,315230,425620,691220,735540,962070 | Also see Adiposis Dolorosa, also known as Dercum's Disease. |
| Lissencephaly | ETDF | 140,220,620,10720,2500,124000,327500,421200,505520,632010 | Rare brain formation disorder with lack of lobe folding. |
| Listeria Infections | ETDF | 80,260,780,2500,7500,55670,87500,123520,543320,662540 | Usually caused by eating food contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes. Causes sepsis and meningitis. Also see Listeriosis, Streptococcus General, and Infections programs. |
| Listeria Monocytogenes | XTRA | 377,471,626,628,634,714,724,744,2162,7867 | Bacteria causing Listeriosis. |
| Listeriosis | CAFL | 377,471,626,628,634,774,2162,7867,714,724 | Usually caused by eating food contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes. Causes sepsis and meningitis. Also see Listeriosis, Streptococcus General, and Infections programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Listeriosis : Listeriosis. The bacteria L monocytogenes is found in wild animals, domesticated animals, and in soil and water. These bacteria make many animals sick, leading to miscarriage and stillbirth in domestic animals. Vegetables, meats, and other foods can get infected with the bacteria if they come in contact with contaminated soil or manure. Raw milk or products made from raw milk may carry these bacteria. If you eat the contaminated products, you may get sick. The following people are at increased risk: Adults over age 50 Adults with a weakened immune system Developing fetuses Newborns Pregnant women The bacteria most often cause a gastrointestinal illness. In some cases, you can develop a blood infection ( septicemia ) or inflammation of the covering of the brain ( meningitis ). Infants and children often have meningitis. Infection in early pregnancy may cause a miscarriage. The bacteria may cross the placenta and infect the developing baby. Infections in late pregnancy may lead to stillbirth or death of the infant within a few hours of birth. About one half of infants infected at or near birth will die. In adults, the disease may take many forms, depending on what organ or organ systems are infected. It may occur as: Heart infection ( endocarditis ) Brain or spinal fluid injection (meningitis) Lung infection ( pneumonia ) Blood infection (septicemia) Gastrointestinal infection (gastroenteritis) Or it may occur in a milder form as: Abscesses Conjunctivitis Skin lesion. In infants, symptoms of listeriosis may be seen in the first few days of life and may include: Loss of appetite Lethargy Jaundice Respiratory distress (usually pneumonia) Shock Skin rash Vomiting. Laboratory tests may be done to detect the bacteria in amniotic fluid, blood, feces, and urine. A spinal fluid (cerebrospnial fluid or CSF) culture will be performed if a spinal tap is performed. Antibiotics (including ampicillin or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole) are prescribed to kill the bacteria. Listeriosis in a fetus or infant is often fatal. Healthy older children and adults are more likely to survive. The illness is less serious if it only affects the gastrointestinal system. Brain or spinal infections have worse outcomes. Infants who survive listeriosis may have long-term brain and nervous system (neurologic) damage and delayed development. Call your health care provider if you or your child develops symptoms of listeriosis. Foreign food products, such as nonpasteurized soft cheeses, have also led to outbreaks of listeriosis. Always cook food thoroughly. Wash your hands thoroughly after touching pets, farm animals, and handling animal feces. Pregnant women may want to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for information on food precautions: www.cdc.gov/listeria/prevention.html. Listerial infection; Granulomatosis infantisepticum; Fetal listeriosis. Antibodies Antibodies. Kollman TR, Mailman TL, Bortolussi R. Listeriosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Listeriosis : Listeriosis. Source of disease: Listeria monocytogenes |
| Listeriosis | VEGA | 471,774,2162 | Usually caused by eating food contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes. Causes sepsis and meningitis. Also see Listeriosis, Streptococcus General, and Infections programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Listeriosis : Listeriosis. The bacteria L monocytogenes is found in wild animals, domesticated animals, and in soil and water. These bacteria make many animals sick, leading to miscarriage and stillbirth in domestic animals. Vegetables, meats, and other foods can get infected with the bacteria if they come in contact with contaminated soil or manure. Raw milk or products made from raw milk may carry these bacteria. If you eat the contaminated products, you may get sick. The following people are at increased risk: Adults over age 50 Adults with a weakened immune system Developing fetuses Newborns Pregnant women The bacteria most often cause a gastrointestinal illness. In some cases, you can develop a blood infection ( septicemia ) or inflammation of the covering of the brain ( meningitis ). Infants and children often have meningitis. Infection in early pregnancy may cause a miscarriage. The bacteria may cross the placenta and infect the developing baby. Infections in late pregnancy may lead to stillbirth or death of the infant within a few hours of birth. About one half of infants infected at or near birth will die. In adults, the disease may take many forms, depending on what organ or organ systems are infected. It may occur as: Heart infection ( endocarditis ) Brain or spinal fluid injection (meningitis) Lung infection ( pneumonia ) Blood infection (septicemia) Gastrointestinal infection (gastroenteritis) Or it may occur in a milder form as: Abscesses Conjunctivitis Skin lesion. In infants, symptoms of listeriosis may be seen in the first few days of life and may include: Loss of appetite Lethargy Jaundice Respiratory distress (usually pneumonia) Shock Skin rash Vomiting. Laboratory tests may be done to detect the bacteria in amniotic fluid, blood, feces, and urine. A spinal fluid (cerebrospnial fluid or CSF) culture will be performed if a spinal tap is performed. Antibiotics (including ampicillin or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole) are prescribed to kill the bacteria. Listeriosis in a fetus or infant is often fatal. Healthy older children and adults are more likely to survive. The illness is less serious if it only affects the gastrointestinal system. Brain or spinal infections have worse outcomes. Infants who survive listeriosis may have long-term brain and nervous system (neurologic) damage and delayed development. Call your health care provider if you or your child develops symptoms of listeriosis. Foreign food products, such as nonpasteurized soft cheeses, have also led to outbreaks of listeriosis. Always cook food thoroughly. Wash your hands thoroughly after touching pets, farm animals, and handling animal feces. Pregnant women may want to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for information on food precautions: www.cdc.gov/listeria/prevention.html. Listerial infection; Granulomatosis infantisepticum; Fetal listeriosis. Antibodies Antibodies. Kollman TR, Mailman TL, Bortolussi R. Listeriosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Listeriosis : Listeriosis. Source of disease: Listeria monocytogenes |
| Lithium | XTRA | 11975 | Element. Encyclopedia Entry for Lithium : Lithium toxicity. Lithium is a soft metal that can be harmful in large amounts. Lithium is sold under various brand names, including: Cibalith Carbolith Duralith Lithobid Note: Lithium is also commonly found in batteries, lubricants, high performance metal alloys, and soldering supplies. This article focuses only on the medicine. Symptoms of the three types of lithium toxicity are described below. ACUTE TOXICITY Common symptoms of taking too much lithium at one time include: Diarrhea Dizziness Nausea Stomach pains Vomiting Weakness Depending on how much lithium was taken, a person may also have some of the following nervous system symptoms: Coma (decreased level of consciousness, lack of responsiveness) Hand tremors Lack of coordination of arms and legs Muscle twitches Seizures Slurred speech Uncontrollable eye movement Heart problems may occur in rare cases. CHRONIC TOXICITY There will likely not be any stomach or intestinal symptoms. Symptoms that can occur include: Increased reflexes Slurred speech Uncontrolled shaking (tremors) In severe cases of chronic toxicity, there may also be nervous system and kidney problems, such as: Kidney failure Memory problems Movement disorders Problems keeping salts in your body Psychosis (disturbed thought processes, unpredictable behavior) ACUTE ON CHRONIC TOXICITY There will often be some stomach or intestinal symptoms and many of the severe nervous system symptoms listed above. Determine the following: Person's age, weight, and condition Name of the product (ingredients and strength, if known) Time it was swallowed Amount swallowed Whether the medicine was prescribed for the person. Your local poison control center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions. This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Take the container to the hospital with you, if possible. The provider will measure and monitor the person's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Tests that may done include: Blood tests to measure lithium levels and other body chemicals, and urine tests to detect other drugs ECG (electrocardiogram or heart tracing) Treatment may include: Fluids through a vein (by IV) Medicines to treat symptoms Activated charcoal, if other substances were also taken Laxative Whole bowel irrigation with a special solution taken by mouth or through a tube through the nose into the stomach (to flush sustained-release lithium quickly through the stomach and intestines) Kidney dialysis (machine). If someone has acute lithium toxicity, how well they do depends on how much lithium they took and how quickly they get help. People who do not develop nervous system symptoms usually do not have long-term complications. If serious nervous system symptoms occur, these problems may be permanent. Chronic toxicity is sometimes hard to diagnose at first. This delay can lead to long-term problems. If dialysis is done quickly, the person may feel much better. But symptoms such as memory and mood problems may be permanent. Acute on chronic overdose often has the worst outlook. Nervous system symptoms may not go away, even after many dialysis treatments. Lithobid toxicity. Aronson JK. Lithium. |
| Lithium 6li | XTRA | 313.25,337.69,14371.09 | Element. |
| Lithium 7li | XTRA | 186.61,955.98,16951.04 | Element. |
| Liver | CAFL | 21.34 | Processing of bile and cholesterol Liver Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver fluke infection - Clonorchis sinensis, Opisthorchis viverrini, O. felineus, Fasciola hepatica (liver flukes) Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver biopsy. Most of the time, the test is done in the hospital. Before the test is done, you may be given a medicine to prevent pain or to calm you (sedative). The biopsy may be done through the abdominal wall: You will lie on your back with your right hand under your head. You need to stay as still as you can. The health care provider will find the correct spot for the biopsy needle to be inserted into the liver. This is often done by using ultrasound. The skin is cleaned, and numbing medicine is injected into the area using a small needle. A small cut is made, and the biopsy needle is inserted. You will be told to hold your breath while the biopsy is taken. This is to reduce the chance of damage to the lung or liver. The needle is removed quickly. Pressure will be applied to stop the bleeding. A bandage is placed over the insertion site. The procedure can also be done by inserting a needle into the jugular vein. If the procedure is performed this way, you will lie on your back. X-rays will be used to guide the provider to the vein. A special needle and catheter (thin tube) is used to take the biopsy sample. If you receive sedation for this test, you will need someone to drive you home. Tell your provider about: Bleeding problems Drug allergies Medicines you are taking including herbs, supplements, or medicines you bought without a prescription. Whether you are pregnant You must sign a consent form. Blood tests are sometimes done to test your blood's ability to clot. You will be told not to eat or drink anything for the 8 hours before the test. For infants and children: The preparation needed for a child depends on the child's age and maturity. Your child's provider will tell you what you can do to prepare your child for this test. You will feel a stinging pain when the anesthetic is injected. The biopsy needle may feel like deep pressure and dull pain. Some people feel this pain in the shoulder. The biopsy helps diagnose many liver diseases. The procedure also helps assess the stage (early, advanced) of liver disease. This is especially important in hepatitis B and C infection. The biopsy also helps detect: Cancer Infections The cause of abnormal levels of liver enzymes that have been found in blood tests The cause of an unexplained liver enlargement. The liver tissue is normal. The biopsy may reveal a number of liver diseases, including cirrhosis , hepatitis , or infections such as tuberculosis. It may also indicate cancer. This test also may be performed for: Alcoholic liver disease (fatty liver, hepatitis, or cirrhosis) Amebic liver abscess Autoimmune hepatitis Biliary atresia Chronic active hepatitis Chronic persistent hepatitis Disseminated coccidioidomycosis Hemochromatosis Hepatitis B Hepatitis C Hepatitis D Hepatocellular carcinoma Hodgkin lymphoma Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Primary biliary cirrhosis Primary biliary cholangitis Pyogenic liver abscess Reye syndrome Sclerosing cholangitis Wilson disease. Risks may include: Collapsed lung Complications from the sedation Injury to the gallbladder or kidney Internal bleeding. Biopsy - liver; Percutaneous biopsy. Liver biopsy Liver biopsy. Berk PD, Korenblat KM. Approach to the patient with jaundice or abnormal liver tests. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver cancer - hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatocellular carcinoma accounts for most liver cancers. This type of cancer occurs more often in men than women. It is usually diagnosed in people age 50 or older. Hepatocellular carcinoma is not the same as metastatic liver cancer , which starts in another organ (such as the breast or colon) and spreads to the liver. In most cases, the cause of liver cancer is long-term damage and scarring of the liver ( cirrhosis ). Cirrhosis may be caused by: Alcohol abuse Autoimmune diseases of the liver Hepatitis B or hepatitis C virus infection Inflammation of the liver that is long-term (chronic) Iron overload in the body ( hemochromatosis ) People with hepatitis B or C are at high risk of liver cancer, even if they do not develop cirrhosis. Symptoms of liver cancer may include any of the following: Abdominal pain or tenderness, especially in the upper-right part Easy bruising or bleeding Enlarged abdomen ( ascites ) Yellow skin or eyes ( jaundice ) Unexplained weight loss. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about your symptoms. The physical exam may show an enlarged, tender liver or other signs of cirrhosis. If the provider suspects liver cancer, tests that may be ordered include: Abdominal CT scan Abdominal MRI scan Abdominal ultrasound Liver biopsy Liver function tests Serum alpha fetoprotein Some people who have a high chance of developing liver cancer may get regular blood tests and ultrasounds to see whether tumors are developing. To accurately diagnose hepatocellular carcinoma, a biopsy of the tumor must be done. Treatment depends on how advanced the cancer is. Surgery may be done if the tumor has not spread. Before surgery, the tumor may be treated with chemotherapy to reduce its size. This is done by delivering the medicine straight into the liver with a tube (catheter) or by giving it intravenously (by IV). Radiation treatments in the area of the cancer may also be helpful. But in people who have liver cirrhosis or other liver diseases, radiation is difficult to perform. Ablation is another method that may be used. Ablate means to destroy. Types of ablation include using: Radio waves or microwaves Ethanol (an alcohol) or acetic acid (vinegar) Extreme cold (cryoablation) A liver transplant may be recommended for certain people who have both cancer and cirrhosis. If the cancer can't be surgically removed or has spread outside the liver, there is usually no chance for long-term cure. Treatment instead focuses on improving and extending the person's life. Treatment in this case may use targeted therapy with drugs known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors that can be taken as pills. You can ease the stress of illness by joining a cancer support group. Sharing with others who have common experiences and problems can help you not feel alone. If the cancer can't be completely treated, the disease is usually fatal. But survival can vary, depending on how advanced the cancer is when diagnosed and how successful treatment is. Call your provider if you develop ongoing abdominal pain, especially if you have a history of liver disease. Preventive measures include: Preventing and treating viral hepatitis may help reduce your risk. Childhood vaccination against hepatitis B may reduce the risk of liver cancer in the future. Do not drink excessive amounts of alcohol. People with certain types of hemochromatosis (iron overload) may need to be screened for liver cancer. People who have hepatitis B or C or cirrhosis may be recommended for liver cancer screening. Primary liver cell carcinoma; Tumor - liver; Cancer - liver; Hepatoma. Digestive system Digestive system Liver biopsy Liver biopsy Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan. Abou-Alfa GK, Jarnagin W, Lowery M, et al. Liver and bile duct cancer. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver disease - resources. Resources - liver disease. Cirrhosis of the liver Cirrhosis of the liver. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver disease. Liver fattening, CT scan Fatty liver, CT scan Liver with disproportional fattening, CT scan Liver with disproportional fattening, CT scan Cirrhosis of the liver Cirrhosis of the liver Liver Liver. Anstee QM, Jones DEJ. Liver and biliary tract disease. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver function tests. LFT. Liver function tests Liver function tests. Pincus MR, Abraham NZ. Interpreting laboratory results. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver metastases. Almost any cancer can spread to the liver. Cancers that can spread to the liver include: Breast cancer Colorectal cancer Esophageal cancer Lung cancer Melanoma Pancreatic cancer Stomach cancer The risk for cancer spreading to the liver depends on the location (site) of the original cancer. A liver metastasis may be present when the original (primary) cancer is diagnosed or it may occur months or years after the primary tumor is removed. In some cases, there are no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they may include: Decreased appetite Confusion Fever, sweating Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) Nausea Pain, often in the upper right part of the abdomen Weight loss. Tests that may be done to diagnose liver metastases include: CT scan of the abdomen Liver function tests Liver biopsy MRI of the abdomen PET scan Ultrasound of the abdomen. Treatment depends on: The primary cancer site How many liver tumors you have Whether the cancer has spread to other organs Your overall health Types of treatments that may be used are described below. SURGERY When the tumor is only in one or a few areas of the liver, the cancer may be removed with surgery. CHEMOTHERAPY When the cancer has spread to the liver and other organs, whole-body (systemic) chemotherapy is usually used. The type of chemotherapy used depends on the original type of cancer. When the cancer has only spread in the liver, systemic chemotherapy may still be used. Chemoembolization is a type of chemotherapy to one area. A thin tube called a catheter is inserted into an artery in the groin. The catheter is threaded into the artery in the liver. Cancer-killing medicine is sent through the catheter. Then another medicine is sent through the catheter to block blood flow to the part of the liver with the tumor. This 'starves' the cancer cells. OTHER TREATMENTS Alcohol (ethanol) injected into the liver tumor -- A needle is sent through the skin directly into the liver tumor. The alcohol kills cancer cells. Heat, using radio or microwave energy -- A large needle called a probe is placed into the center of the liver tumor. Energy is sent through thin wires called electrodes, which are attached to the probe. The cancer cells are heated and die. This method is called radiofrequency ablation when radio energy is used. It is called microwave ablation when microwave energy is used. Freezing, also called cryotherapy -- A probe is placed in contact with the tumor. A chemical is sent through the probe that causes ice crystals to form around the probe. The cancer cells are frozen and die. Radioactive beads -- These beads deliver radiation to kill the cancer cells and block the artery that goes to the tumor. This procedure is called radioembolization. It is done in much the same way as chemoembolization. How well you do depends on the location of the original cancer and how much it has spread to the liver or anywhere else. In rare cases, surgery to remove the liver tumors leads to a cure. This is usually only possible when there are a limited number of tumors in the liver. In most cases, cancer that has spread to the liver cannot be cured. People whose cancer has spread to the liver often die of their disease. However, treatments may help shrink tumors, improve life expectancy, and relieve symptoms. Complications are often the result of tumors spreading to a large area of the liver. They can include: Blockage of the flow of bile Decreased appetite Fever Liver failure (usually only in the late stages of disease) Pain Weight loss. Anyone who has had a type of cancer that can spread to the liver should be aware of the signs and symptoms listed above, and call the doctor if any of these develop. Early detection of some types of cancer may prevent the spread of these cancers to the liver. Metastases to the liver; Metastatic liver cancer; Liver cancer - metastatic; Colorectal cancer - liver metastases; Colon cancer - liver metastases; Esophageal cancer - liver metastases; Lung cancer - liver metastases; Melanoma - liver metastases. Liver biopsy Liver biopsy Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Liver metastases, CT scan Liver metastases, CT scan Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. National Comprehensive Cancer Network website. NCCN clinical practice guidelines in oncology (NCCN guidelines): hepatobiliary cancers. Version 1.2018. www.nccn.org/professionals/physician_gls/pdf/hepatobiliary.pdf. Updated February 14, 2018. Accessed: March 22, 2018. Sherman KL, Mahvi DM. Liver metastases. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver scan. The health care provider will inject a radioactive material called a radioisotope into one of your veins. After the liver has soaked up the material, you will be asked to lie on a table under the scanner. The scanner can tell where the radioactive material has gathered in the body. Images are displayed on a computer. You may be asked to remain still, or to change positions during the scan. You must sign a consent form. You will be asked to remove jewelry, dentures, and other metals that can affect the scanner's functions. You may need to wear a hospital gown. You will feel a sharp prick when the needle is inserted into your vein. You should not feel anything during the actual scan. If you have problems lying still or are very anxious, you may be given a mild medicine (sedative) to help you relax. The test can provide information about liver and spleen function. It is also used to help confirm other test results. The most common use for a liver scan is to diagnose a condition called benign focal nodular hyperplasia, or FNH, which causes a non-cancerous mass in the liver. The liver and spleen should look normal in size, shape, and location. The radioisotope is absorbed evenly. Abnormal results may indicate: Focal nodular hyperplasia or adenoma of the liver Abscess Budd-Chiari syndrome Infection Liver disease (such as cirrhosis or hepatitis ) Superior vena cava obstruction Splenic infarction (tissue death) Tumors. Radiation from any scan is always a slight concern. The level of radiation in this procedure is less than that of most x-rays. It is not considered to be enough to cause harm to the average person. Pregnant or nursing women should consult their provider before any exposure to radiation. Other tests may be needed to confirm the findings of this test. These may include: Abdominal ultrasound Abdominal CT scan Liver biopsy This test is used infrequently. Instead, MRI or CT scans are more often used to evaluate the liver and spleen. Technetium scan; Liver technetium sulfur colloid scan; Liver-spleen radionuclide scan; Nuclear scan - technetium; Nuclear scan - liver or spleen. Liver scan Liver scan. Lidofsky SD. Jaundice. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver spots. Liver spots are changes in skin color that occur in older skin. The coloring may be due to aging, exposure to the sun or other sources of ultraviolet light, or causes that are not known. Liver spots are very common after age 40. They occur most often on areas that have had the greatest sun exposure, such as the: Backs of the hands Face Forearms Forehead Shoulders. Liver spots appear as a patch or area of skin color change that is: Flat Light brown to black Painless. Your health care provider usually diagnoses the condition based on how your skin looks, especially if you are over 40 and have had a lot of sun exposure. You may need a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis if you have a liver spot that looks irregular. Most of the time, no treatment is needed. Talk to your provider about using bleaching lotions or creams. Most bleaching products use hydroquinone. This medicine is thought to be safe in the form used to lighten darkened skin areas. However, hydroquinone can cause blisters or skin reactions in sensitive people. Talk to your provider about other treatment options, including: Freezing ( cryotherapy ) Laser treatment Intense pulsed light. Liver spots are not dangerous to your health. They are permanent skin changes that affect how your skin looks. Call your provider if: You have liver spots and want them removed You develop any new symptoms, especially changes in the appearance of a liver spot. Protect your skin from the sun by taking the following steps: Cover your skin with clothing such as hats, long-sleeved shirts, long skirts, or pants. Use sunglasses to protect your eyes. Try to avoid the sun at midday, when sunlight is strongest. Use high-quality broad-spectrum sunscreens that have an SPF rating of at least 30. Apply sunscreen at least a half hour before you go out in the sun. Reapply it often. Use sunscreen in the winter, too. Sun-induced skin changes - liver spots; Senile or solar lentigines; Skin spots - aging; Age spots. Lentigo, solar on the back Lentigo, solar on the back Lentigo, solar with erythema on the arm Lentigo, solar with erythema on the arm. Habif TP. Light-related diseases and disorders of pigmentation. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver transplant. The donated liver may be from: A donor who has recently died and has not had liver injury. This type of donor is called a cadaver donor. Sometimes, a healthy person will donate part of his or her liver to a person with a diseased liver. For example, a parent may donate to a child. This kind of donor is called a living donor. The liver can regrow itself. Both people most often end up with fully working livers after a successful transplant. The donor liver is transported in a cooled salt-water (saline) solution that preserves the organ for up to 8 hours. The necessary tests can then be done to match the donor with the recipient. The new liver is removed from the donor through a surgical cut in the upper abdomen. It is placed into the person who needs the liver (called the recipient), and attached to the blood vessels and bile ducts. The operation may take up to 12 hours. The recipient will often need a large amount of blood through a transfusion. A healthy liver performs more than 400 jobs each day, including: Making bile, which is important in digestion Making proteins that help with blood clotting Removing or changing bacteria, medicines, and toxins in the blood Storing sugars, fats, iron, copper, and vitamins The most common reason for a liver transplant in children is biliary atresia. The most common reason for a liver transplant in adults is cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver that prevents the liver from working well. It can worsen to liver failure. The most common causes of cirrhosis are: Long-term infection with hepatitis B or hepatitis C Long-term alcohol abuse Other illnesses that may cause cirrhosis and liver failure include: Autoimmune hepatitis Hepatic vein blood clot (thrombosis) Liver damage from poisoning or medicines Problems with the drainage system of the liver (the biliary tract), such as primary biliary cirrhosis or primary sclerosing cholangitis Metabolic disorders of copper or iron ( Wilson disease and hemochromatosis ) Fatty liver disease Liver transplant surgery is often not recommended for people who have: Certain infections, such as tuberculosis or osteomyelitis Difficulty taking medicines several times each day for the rest of their lives Heart or lung disease (or other life-threatening diseases) History of cancer Infections, such as hepatitis, that are considered to be active Smoking, alcohol or drug abuse, or other risky lifestyle habits. Risks for any anesthesia are: Problems breathing Reactions to medicines Risks for any surgery are: Bleeding Heart attack or stroke Infection Liver transplant surgery and management after surgery carry major risks. There is an increased risk of infection because you must take medicines that suppress the immune system to prevent transplant rejection. Signs of infection include: Diarrhea Drainage Fever Jaundice Redness Swelling Tenderness. Your health care provider will refer you to a transplant center. The transplant team will want to make sure that you are a good candidate for a liver transplant. You will make a few visits over several weeks or months. You will need to have blood drawn and x-rays taken. If you are the person getting the new liver, the following tests will be done before the procedure: Tissue and blood typing to make sure your body will not reject the donated liver Blood tests or skin tests to check for infection Heart tests such as an EKG , echocardiogram , or cardiac catheterization Tests to look for early cancer Tests to look at your liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, and the blood vessels around the liver Colonoscopy, depending on your age You may choose to look at one or more transplant centers to determine which is best for you: Ask the center how many transplants they perform every year, and their survival rates. Compare these numbers to those of other transplant centers. Ask what support groups they have available, and what travel and housing arrangements they offer. If the transplant team thinks you are a good candidate for a liver transplant, you will be put on a national waiting list. Your place on the waiting list is based on a number of factors. Key factors include the type of liver problems you have, how severe your disease is, and the likelihood that a transplant will be successful. The amount of time you spend on a waiting list is most often not a factor in how soon you get a liver, with the possible exception of children. While you are waiting for a liver, follow these steps: Follow any diet your transplant team recommends. Do not drink alcohol. Do not smoke. Keep your weight in the appropriate range. Follow the exercise program your provider recommends. Take all medicines prescribed for you. Report changes in your medicines and any new or worsening medical problems to the transplant team. Follow-up with your regular provider and transplant team at any appointments that have been made. Make sure the transplant team has your correct phone numbers, so they can contact you immediately if a liver becomes available. Make sure that, no matter where you are going, you can be contacted quickly and easily. Have everything ready ahead of time to go to the hospital. If you received a donated liver, you will likely need to stay in the hospital for a week or longer. After that, you will need to be closely followed up by a doctor for the rest of your life. You will have regular blood tests after the transplant. The recovery period is about 6 to 12 months. Your transplant team may ask you to stay close to the hospital for the first 3 months. You will need to have regular check-ups, with blood tests and x-rays for many years. People who receive a liver transplant may reject the new organ. This means that their immune system sees the new liver as a foreign substance and tries to destroy it. To avoid rejection, almost all transplant recipients must take medicines that suppress their immune response for the rest of their lives. This is called immunosuppressive therapy. Although the treatment helps prevent organ rejection, it also puts people at a higher risk for infection and cancer. If you take immunosuppressive medicine, you need to be regularly screened for cancer. The medicines may also cause high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and increase the risks for diabetes. A successful transplant requires close follow-up with your provider. You must always take your medicine as directed. Hepatic transplant; Transplant - liver; Orthotopic liver transplant; Liver failure - liver transplant; Cirrhosis - liver transplant. Donor liver attachment Donor liver attachment Liver transplant Liver transplant - series. Carrion AF, Martin P. Liver transplantation. |
| Liver | ETDF | 10 | Other uses: pancreas, gallbladder, pain, migraine, ADD, alertness increase, nervous system, jet lag, circadian rhythm, hangover, relaxation/mood/sleep, nicotine withdrawal, self-healing, spiritual wisdom. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver fluke infection - Clonorchis sinensis, Opisthorchis viverrini, O. felineus, Fasciola hepatica (liver flukes) Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver biopsy. Most of the time, the test is done in the hospital. Before the test is done, you may be given a medicine to prevent pain or to calm you (sedative). The biopsy may be done through the abdominal wall: You will lie on your back with your right hand under your head. You need to stay as still as you can. The health care provider will find the correct spot for the biopsy needle to be inserted into the liver. This is often done by using ultrasound. The skin is cleaned, and numbing medicine is injected into the area using a small needle. A small cut is made, and the biopsy needle is inserted. You will be told to hold your breath while the biopsy is taken. This is to reduce the chance of damage to the lung or liver. The needle is removed quickly. Pressure will be applied to stop the bleeding. A bandage is placed over the insertion site. The procedure can also be done by inserting a needle into the jugular vein. If the procedure is performed this way, you will lie on your back. X-rays will be used to guide the provider to the vein. A special needle and catheter (thin tube) is used to take the biopsy sample. If you receive sedation for this test, you will need someone to drive you home. Tell your provider about: Bleeding problems Drug allergies Medicines you are taking including herbs, supplements, or medicines you bought without a prescription. Whether you are pregnant You must sign a consent form. Blood tests are sometimes done to test your blood's ability to clot. You will be told not to eat or drink anything for the 8 hours before the test. For infants and children: The preparation needed for a child depends on the child's age and maturity. Your child's provider will tell you what you can do to prepare your child for this test. You will feel a stinging pain when the anesthetic is injected. The biopsy needle may feel like deep pressure and dull pain. Some people feel this pain in the shoulder. The biopsy helps diagnose many liver diseases. The procedure also helps assess the stage (early, advanced) of liver disease. This is especially important in hepatitis B and C infection. The biopsy also helps detect: Cancer Infections The cause of abnormal levels of liver enzymes that have been found in blood tests The cause of an unexplained liver enlargement. The liver tissue is normal. The biopsy may reveal a number of liver diseases, including cirrhosis , hepatitis , or infections such as tuberculosis. It may also indicate cancer. This test also may be performed for: Alcoholic liver disease (fatty liver, hepatitis, or cirrhosis) Amebic liver abscess Autoimmune hepatitis Biliary atresia Chronic active hepatitis Chronic persistent hepatitis Disseminated coccidioidomycosis Hemochromatosis Hepatitis B Hepatitis C Hepatitis D Hepatocellular carcinoma Hodgkin lymphoma Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Primary biliary cirrhosis Primary biliary cholangitis Pyogenic liver abscess Reye syndrome Sclerosing cholangitis Wilson disease. Risks may include: Collapsed lung Complications from the sedation Injury to the gallbladder or kidney Internal bleeding. Biopsy - liver; Percutaneous biopsy. Liver biopsy Liver biopsy. Berk PD, Korenblat KM. Approach to the patient with jaundice or abnormal liver tests. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver cancer - hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatocellular carcinoma accounts for most liver cancers. This type of cancer occurs more often in men than women. It is usually diagnosed in people age 50 or older. Hepatocellular carcinoma is not the same as metastatic liver cancer , which starts in another organ (such as the breast or colon) and spreads to the liver. In most cases, the cause of liver cancer is long-term damage and scarring of the liver ( cirrhosis ). Cirrhosis may be caused by: Alcohol abuse Autoimmune diseases of the liver Hepatitis B or hepatitis C virus infection Inflammation of the liver that is long-term (chronic) Iron overload in the body ( hemochromatosis ) People with hepatitis B or C are at high risk of liver cancer, even if they do not develop cirrhosis. Symptoms of liver cancer may include any of the following: Abdominal pain or tenderness, especially in the upper-right part Easy bruising or bleeding Enlarged abdomen ( ascites ) Yellow skin or eyes ( jaundice ) Unexplained weight loss. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about your symptoms. The physical exam may show an enlarged, tender liver or other signs of cirrhosis. If the provider suspects liver cancer, tests that may be ordered include: Abdominal CT scan Abdominal MRI scan Abdominal ultrasound Liver biopsy Liver function tests Serum alpha fetoprotein Some people who have a high chance of developing liver cancer may get regular blood tests and ultrasounds to see whether tumors are developing. To accurately diagnose hepatocellular carcinoma, a biopsy of the tumor must be done. Treatment depends on how advanced the cancer is. Surgery may be done if the tumor has not spread. Before surgery, the tumor may be treated with chemotherapy to reduce its size. This is done by delivering the medicine straight into the liver with a tube (catheter) or by giving it intravenously (by IV). Radiation treatments in the area of the cancer may also be helpful. But in people who have liver cirrhosis or other liver diseases, radiation is difficult to perform. Ablation is another method that may be used. Ablate means to destroy. Types of ablation include using: Radio waves or microwaves Ethanol (an alcohol) or acetic acid (vinegar) Extreme cold (cryoablation) A liver transplant may be recommended for certain people who have both cancer and cirrhosis. If the cancer can't be surgically removed or has spread outside the liver, there is usually no chance for long-term cure. Treatment instead focuses on improving and extending the person's life. Treatment in this case may use targeted therapy with drugs known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors that can be taken as pills. You can ease the stress of illness by joining a cancer support group. Sharing with others who have common experiences and problems can help you not feel alone. If the cancer can't be completely treated, the disease is usually fatal. But survival can vary, depending on how advanced the cancer is when diagnosed and how successful treatment is. Call your provider if you develop ongoing abdominal pain, especially if you have a history of liver disease. Preventive measures include: Preventing and treating viral hepatitis may help reduce your risk. Childhood vaccination against hepatitis B may reduce the risk of liver cancer in the future. Do not drink excessive amounts of alcohol. People with certain types of hemochromatosis (iron overload) may need to be screened for liver cancer. People who have hepatitis B or C or cirrhosis may be recommended for liver cancer screening. Primary liver cell carcinoma; Tumor - liver; Cancer - liver; Hepatoma. Digestive system Digestive system Liver biopsy Liver biopsy Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan. Abou-Alfa GK, Jarnagin W, Lowery M, et al. Liver and bile duct cancer. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver disease - resources. Resources - liver disease. Cirrhosis of the liver Cirrhosis of the liver. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver disease. Liver fattening, CT scan Fatty liver, CT scan Liver with disproportional fattening, CT scan Liver with disproportional fattening, CT scan Cirrhosis of the liver Cirrhosis of the liver Liver Liver. Anstee QM, Jones DEJ. Liver and biliary tract disease. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver function tests. LFT. Liver function tests Liver function tests. Pincus MR, Abraham NZ. Interpreting laboratory results. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver metastases. Almost any cancer can spread to the liver. Cancers that can spread to the liver include: Breast cancer Colorectal cancer Esophageal cancer Lung cancer Melanoma Pancreatic cancer Stomach cancer The risk for cancer spreading to the liver depends on the location (site) of the original cancer. A liver metastasis may be present when the original (primary) cancer is diagnosed or it may occur months or years after the primary tumor is removed. In some cases, there are no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they may include: Decreased appetite Confusion Fever, sweating Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) Nausea Pain, often in the upper right part of the abdomen Weight loss. Tests that may be done to diagnose liver metastases include: CT scan of the abdomen Liver function tests Liver biopsy MRI of the abdomen PET scan Ultrasound of the abdomen. Treatment depends on: The primary cancer site How many liver tumors you have Whether the cancer has spread to other organs Your overall health Types of treatments that may be used are described below. SURGERY When the tumor is only in one or a few areas of the liver, the cancer may be removed with surgery. CHEMOTHERAPY When the cancer has spread to the liver and other organs, whole-body (systemic) chemotherapy is usually used. The type of chemotherapy used depends on the original type of cancer. When the cancer has only spread in the liver, systemic chemotherapy may still be used. Chemoembolization is a type of chemotherapy to one area. A thin tube called a catheter is inserted into an artery in the groin. The catheter is threaded into the artery in the liver. Cancer-killing medicine is sent through the catheter. Then another medicine is sent through the catheter to block blood flow to the part of the liver with the tumor. This 'starves' the cancer cells. OTHER TREATMENTS Alcohol (ethanol) injected into the liver tumor -- A needle is sent through the skin directly into the liver tumor. The alcohol kills cancer cells. Heat, using radio or microwave energy -- A large needle called a probe is placed into the center of the liver tumor. Energy is sent through thin wires called electrodes, which are attached to the probe. The cancer cells are heated and die. This method is called radiofrequency ablation when radio energy is used. It is called microwave ablation when microwave energy is used. Freezing, also called cryotherapy -- A probe is placed in contact with the tumor. A chemical is sent through the probe that causes ice crystals to form around the probe. The cancer cells are frozen and die. Radioactive beads -- These beads deliver radiation to kill the cancer cells and block the artery that goes to the tumor. This procedure is called radioembolization. It is done in much the same way as chemoembolization. How well you do depends on the location of the original cancer and how much it has spread to the liver or anywhere else. In rare cases, surgery to remove the liver tumors leads to a cure. This is usually only possible when there are a limited number of tumors in the liver. In most cases, cancer that has spread to the liver cannot be cured. People whose cancer has spread to the liver often die of their disease. However, treatments may help shrink tumors, improve life expectancy, and relieve symptoms. Complications are often the result of tumors spreading to a large area of the liver. They can include: Blockage of the flow of bile Decreased appetite Fever Liver failure (usually only in the late stages of disease) Pain Weight loss. Anyone who has had a type of cancer that can spread to the liver should be aware of the signs and symptoms listed above, and call the doctor if any of these develop. Early detection of some types of cancer may prevent the spread of these cancers to the liver. Metastases to the liver; Metastatic liver cancer; Liver cancer - metastatic; Colorectal cancer - liver metastases; Colon cancer - liver metastases; Esophageal cancer - liver metastases; Lung cancer - liver metastases; Melanoma - liver metastases. Liver biopsy Liver biopsy Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Hepatocellular cancer, CT scan Liver metastases, CT scan Liver metastases, CT scan Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. National Comprehensive Cancer Network website. NCCN clinical practice guidelines in oncology (NCCN guidelines): hepatobiliary cancers. Version 1.2018. www.nccn.org/professionals/physician_gls/pdf/hepatobiliary.pdf. Updated February 14, 2018. Accessed: March 22, 2018. Sherman KL, Mahvi DM. Liver metastases. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver scan. The health care provider will inject a radioactive material called a radioisotope into one of your veins. After the liver has soaked up the material, you will be asked to lie on a table under the scanner. The scanner can tell where the radioactive material has gathered in the body. Images are displayed on a computer. You may be asked to remain still, or to change positions during the scan. You must sign a consent form. You will be asked to remove jewelry, dentures, and other metals that can affect the scanner's functions. You may need to wear a hospital gown. You will feel a sharp prick when the needle is inserted into your vein. You should not feel anything during the actual scan. If you have problems lying still or are very anxious, you may be given a mild medicine (sedative) to help you relax. The test can provide information about liver and spleen function. It is also used to help confirm other test results. The most common use for a liver scan is to diagnose a condition called benign focal nodular hyperplasia, or FNH, which causes a non-cancerous mass in the liver. The liver and spleen should look normal in size, shape, and location. The radioisotope is absorbed evenly. Abnormal results may indicate: Focal nodular hyperplasia or adenoma of the liver Abscess Budd-Chiari syndrome Infection Liver disease (such as cirrhosis or hepatitis ) Superior vena cava obstruction Splenic infarction (tissue death) Tumors. Radiation from any scan is always a slight concern. The level of radiation in this procedure is less than that of most x-rays. It is not considered to be enough to cause harm to the average person. Pregnant or nursing women should consult their provider before any exposure to radiation. Other tests may be needed to confirm the findings of this test. These may include: Abdominal ultrasound Abdominal CT scan Liver biopsy This test is used infrequently. Instead, MRI or CT scans are more often used to evaluate the liver and spleen. Technetium scan; Liver technetium sulfur colloid scan; Liver-spleen radionuclide scan; Nuclear scan - technetium; Nuclear scan - liver or spleen. Liver scan Liver scan. Lidofsky SD. Jaundice. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver spots. Liver spots are changes in skin color that occur in older skin. The coloring may be due to aging, exposure to the sun or other sources of ultraviolet light, or causes that are not known. Liver spots are very common after age 40. They occur most often on areas that have had the greatest sun exposure, such as the: Backs of the hands Face Forearms Forehead Shoulders. Liver spots appear as a patch or area of skin color change that is: Flat Light brown to black Painless. Your health care provider usually diagnoses the condition based on how your skin looks, especially if you are over 40 and have had a lot of sun exposure. You may need a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis if you have a liver spot that looks irregular. Most of the time, no treatment is needed. Talk to your provider about using bleaching lotions or creams. Most bleaching products use hydroquinone. This medicine is thought to be safe in the form used to lighten darkened skin areas. However, hydroquinone can cause blisters or skin reactions in sensitive people. Talk to your provider about other treatment options, including: Freezing ( cryotherapy ) Laser treatment Intense pulsed light. Liver spots are not dangerous to your health. They are permanent skin changes that affect how your skin looks. Call your provider if: You have liver spots and want them removed You develop any new symptoms, especially changes in the appearance of a liver spot. Protect your skin from the sun by taking the following steps: Cover your skin with clothing such as hats, long-sleeved shirts, long skirts, or pants. Use sunglasses to protect your eyes. Try to avoid the sun at midday, when sunlight is strongest. Use high-quality broad-spectrum sunscreens that have an SPF rating of at least 30. Apply sunscreen at least a half hour before you go out in the sun. Reapply it often. Use sunscreen in the winter, too. Sun-induced skin changes - liver spots; Senile or solar lentigines; Skin spots - aging; Age spots. Lentigo, solar on the back Lentigo, solar on the back Lentigo, solar with erythema on the arm Lentigo, solar with erythema on the arm. Habif TP. Light-related diseases and disorders of pigmentation. Encyclopedia Entry for Liver : Liver transplant. The donated liver may be from: A donor who has recently died and has not had liver injury. This type of donor is called a cadaver donor. Sometimes, a healthy person will donate part of his or her liver to a person with a diseased liver. For example, a parent may donate to a child. This kind of donor is called a living donor. The liver can regrow itself. Both people most often end up with fully working livers after a successful transplant. The donor liver is transported in a cooled salt-water (saline) solution that preserves the organ for up to 8 hours. The necessary tests can then be done to match the donor with the recipient. The new liver is removed from the donor through a surgical cut in the upper abdomen. It is placed into the person who needs the liver (called the recipient), and attached to the blood vessels and bile ducts. The operation may take up to 12 hours. The recipient will often need a large amount of blood through a transfusion. A healthy liver performs more than 400 jobs each day, including: Making bile, which is important in digestion Making proteins that help with blood clotting Removing or changing bacteria, medicines, and toxins in the blood Storing sugars, fats, iron, copper, and vitamins The most common reason for a liver transplant in children is biliary atresia. The most common reason for a liver transplant in adults is cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver that prevents the liver from working well. It can worsen to liver failure. The most common causes of cirrhosis are: Long-term infection with hepatitis B or hepatitis C Long-term alcohol abuse Other illnesses that may cause cirrhosis and liver failure include: Autoimmune hepatitis Hepatic vein blood clot (thrombosis) Liver damage from poisoning or medicines Problems with the drainage system of the liver (the biliary tract), such as primary biliary cirrhosis or primary sclerosing cholangitis Metabolic disorders of copper or iron ( Wilson disease and hemochromatosis ) Fatty liver disease Liver transplant surgery is often not recommended for people who have: Certain infections, such as tuberculosis or osteomyelitis Difficulty taking medicines several times each day for the rest of their lives Heart or lung disease (or other life-threatening diseases) History of cancer Infections, such as hepatitis, that are considered to be active Smoking, alcohol or drug abuse, or other risky lifestyle habits. Risks for any anesthesia are: Problems breathing Reactions to medicines Risks for any surgery are: Bleeding Heart attack or stroke Infection Liver transplant surgery and management after surgery carry major risks. There is an increased risk of infection because you must take medicines that suppress the immune system to prevent transplant rejection. Signs of infection include: Diarrhea Drainage Fever Jaundice Redness Swelling Tenderness. Your health care provider will refer you to a transplant center. The transplant team will want to make sure that you are a good candidate for a liver transplant. You will make a few visits over several weeks or months. You will need to have blood drawn and x-rays taken. If you are the person getting the new liver, the following tests will be done before the procedure: Tissue and blood typing to make sure your body will not reject the donated liver Blood tests or skin tests to check for infection Heart tests such as an EKG , echocardiogram , or cardiac catheterization Tests to look for early cancer Tests to look at your liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, and the blood vessels around the liver Colonoscopy, depending on your age You may choose to look at one or more transplant centers to determine which is best for you: Ask the center how many transplants they perform every year, and their survival rates. Compare these numbers to those of other transplant centers. Ask what support groups they have available, and what travel and housing arrangements they offer. If the transplant team thinks you are a good candidate for a liver transplant, you will be put on a national waiting list. Your place on the waiting list is based on a number of factors. Key factors include the type of liver problems you have, how severe your disease is, and the likelihood that a transplant will be successful. The amount of time you spend on a waiting list is most often not a factor in how soon you get a liver, with the possible exception of children. While you are waiting for a liver, follow these steps: Follow any diet your transplant team recommends. Do not drink alcohol. Do not smoke. Keep your weight in the appropriate range. Follow the exercise program your provider recommends. Take all medicines prescribed for you. Report changes in your medicines and any new or worsening medical problems to the transplant team. Follow-up with your regular provider and transplant team at any appointments that have been made. Make sure the transplant team has your correct phone numbers, so they can contact you immediately if a liver becomes available. Make sure that, no matter where you are going, you can be contacted quickly and easily. Have everything ready ahead of time to go to the hospital. If you received a donated liver, you will likely need to stay in the hospital for a week or longer. After that, you will need to be closely followed up by a doctor for the rest of your life. You will have regular blood tests after the transplant. The recovery period is about 6 to 12 months. Your transplant team may ask you to stay close to the hospital for the first 3 months. You will need to have regular check-ups, with blood tests and x-rays for many years. People who receive a liver transplant may reject the new organ. This means that their immune system sees the new liver as a foreign substance and tries to destroy it. To avoid rejection, almost all transplant recipients must take medicines that suppress their immune response for the rest of their lives. This is called immunosuppressive therapy. Although the treatment helps prevent organ rejection, it also puts people at a higher risk for infection and cancer. If you take immunosuppressive medicine, you need to be regularly screened for cancer. The medicines may also cause high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and increase the risks for diabetes. A successful transplant requires close follow-up with your provider. You must always take your medicine as directed. Hepatic transplant; Transplant - liver; Orthotopic liver transplant; Liver failure - liver transplant; Cirrhosis - liver transplant. Donor liver attachment Donor liver attachment Liver transplant Liver transplant - series. Carrion AF, Martin P. Liver transplantation. |
| Liver 1 | PROV | 13427.72 | Other use: candida dysbiosis/overgrowth. |
| Liver 2 | PROV | 317.82,33.13,1552,802,751 | The liver is an organ only found invertebrates which detoxifies various metabolites, synthesizes proteins and produces biochemicals necessary for digestion. It is located in theright upper quadrant of the abdomen, below the diaphragm. |
| Liver 4 | XTRA | 337,463,574,668,787,803,912,1862,3337,5546 | The liver is an organ only found invertebrates which detoxifies various metabolites, synthesizes proteins and produces biochemicals necessary for digestion. It is located in theright upper quadrant of the abdomen, below the diaphragm. |
| Liver Cirrhosis | ETDF | 110,550,950,5500,17500,37500,162500,383500,421000,645250 | Liver malfunction due to alcohol, hepatitis B or C, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. |
| Liver Diseases | ETDF | 110,550,970,12330,17500,30000,160100,383500,421000,645250 | Chronic liver disease in the clinical context is a disease process of the liver that involves a process of progressive destruction and regeneration of the liver parenchyma leading to fibrosis and cirrhosis. |
| Liver Enlarged | XTRA | 465,660,690,727.5,787,880 | Hepatomegaly is the condition of having an enlarged liver. It is a non-specific medical sign having many causes, which can broadly be broken down into infection, hepatic tumours, or metabolic disorder. Often, hepatomegaly will present as an abdominal mass. Depending on the cause, it may sometimes present along with jaundice. |
| Liver Flukes | CAFL | 143,238,275,676,763 | See Parasites flukes. Liver |
| Liver Flukes 1 | XTRA | 15,55,143,238,275,524,676,763,854,2000,6641,6672 | Liver fluke is a collective name of a polyphyletic group of parasitic trematodes under the phylum Platyhelminthes.They are principally parasites of the liver of various mammals, including humans. Capable of moving along the blood circulation, they can occur also in bile ducts, gallbladder, and liver parenchyma. In these organs, they produce pathological lesions leading to parasitic diseases. |
| Liver Flukes 2 | XTRA | 1058.43,2000,21259 | Liver fluke is a collective name of a polyphyletic group of parasitic trematodes under the phylum Platyhelminthes.They are principally parasites of the liver of various mammals, including humans. |
| Liver Function Balance | XTRA | 33.13,537,751,802,1550,1552 | The liver is a large, meaty organ that sits on the right side of the belly.The liver also detoxifies chemicals and metabolizes drugs. As it does so, the liver secretes bile that ends up back in the intestines. The liver also makes proteins important for blood clotting and other functions. |
| Liver Necrosis 1 | XTRA | 33.13,329,331.3,377,471,626,628,634,635,714,724,751,774,802,847,867,1172.45,1552,2162,7867,9889,11774.63 | Liver cell death caused by external factors rather than by apoptosis. |
| Liver Necrosis 2 | XTRA | 33,33.13,802,1550,1552 | Liver cell death caused by external factors rather than by apoptosis. |
| Liver Support | CAFL | 33.13,1552,802,751 | Also try E Coli, Parasites General, and Parasite Flukes General. Liver |
| Loa Loa | HC | 360551,362000 | Parasitic roundworm commonly called 'eye worm,' transmitted by deer fly and mango fly. Also see Loiasis, Filariasis, Filariose, and other Roundworm programs. |
| Loa Loa | XTRA | 893.72 | Parasitic roundworm commonly called 'eye worm,' transmitted by deer fly and mango fly. Also see Loiasis, Filariasis, Filariose, and other Roundworm programs. |
| Lockjaw | CAFL | 120,244,352,363,458,465,554,600,628,1142 | Due to wound infection with Clostridium Tetani. Also see Tetanus programs. Jaw Encyclopedia Entry for Lockjaw : Lockjaw - Tetanus - Clostridium tetani (G+ rod; anaerobe) |
| Lockjaw Tetanus | XTRA | 20,120,234,244,352,363,400,458,465,554,600,628,700,880,1142,1200,15770 | Due to wound infection with Clostridium Tetani. Also see Tetanus programs. |
| Locomotor Convulsions | XTRA | 7.69,8.25,9.18 | Epileptic seizures |
| Locomotor Dysfunction Incoordination | CAFL | 10000,880,787,776,727,650,625,600,444,1865,125,95,72,20 | May be slow results. See Schumann Resonance program. |
| Loiasis | ETDF | 120,550,850,5500,32500,35540,71500,92500,125670,515700 | Skin and eye disease due to loa loa nematode worm transmitted by deer fly and mango fly. Encyclopedia Entry for Loiasis : Loiasis - Eyeworm - Loa loa (parasitic worm) |
| Long QT Syndrome | ETDF | 30,500,850,7500,8000,27500,35540,125690,95690,95000 | Rare heart disease which increases risk of irregular heartbeats originating from ventricles. |
| Lordosis | ETDF | 150,230,620,930,7500,12690,52500,72500,93500,96500 | Excessive inward curvature of lower back - the opposite to kyphosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Lordosis : Lordosis - lumbar. Lordosis tends to make the buttocks appear more prominent. Children with hyperlordosis will have a large space underneath the lower back when lying face up on a hard surface. Some children have marked lordosis, but, most often fixes itself as the child grows. This is called benign juvenile lordosis. Spondylolisthesis may cause lordosis. In this condition, a bone (vertebra) in the spine slips out of the proper position onto the bone below it. You may be born with this. It can develop after certain sports activities, such as gymnastics. It may develop along with arthritis in the spine. Much less common causes in children include: Achondroplasia , a disorder of bone growth that causes the most common type of dwarfism Muscular dystrophy Other genetic conditions. Most of the time, lordosis is not treated if the back is flexible. It is not likely to progress or cause problems. Call your health care provider if you notice that your child has an exaggerated posture or a curve in the back. Your provider must check to see if there is a medical problem. The provider will do a physical exam. To examine the spine, your child may have to bend forward, to the side, and to lie flat on a table. If the lordotic curve is flexible (when the child bends forward the curve reverses itself), it is generally not a concern. If the curve does not move, medical evaluation and treatment are needed. Other tests may be needed, particularly if the curve seems 'fixed' (not bendable). These may include: Lumbosacral spine x-ray Other tests to rule out disorders that could be causing the condition MRI of the spine Laboratory tests. Swayback; Arched back; Lordosis - lumbar. Skeletal spine Skeletal spine Lordosis Lordosis. Mistovich RJ, Spiegel DA. The spine. |
| Lordosis | KHZ | 150,230,620,930,7500,12690,52500,72500,93500,96500,519340,660410,750000,970500 | Excessive inward curvature of lower back - the opposite to kyphosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Lordosis : Lordosis - lumbar. Lordosis tends to make the buttocks appear more prominent. Children with hyperlordosis will have a large space underneath the lower back when lying face up on a hard surface. Some children have marked lordosis, but, most often fixes itself as the child grows. This is called benign juvenile lordosis. Spondylolisthesis may cause lordosis. In this condition, a bone (vertebra) in the spine slips out of the proper position onto the bone below it. You may be born with this. It can develop after certain sports activities, such as gymnastics. It may develop along with arthritis in the spine. Much less common causes in children include: Achondroplasia , a disorder of bone growth that causes the most common type of dwarfism Muscular dystrophy Other genetic conditions. Most of the time, lordosis is not treated if the back is flexible. It is not likely to progress or cause problems. Call your health care provider if you notice that your child has an exaggerated posture or a curve in the back. Your provider must check to see if there is a medical problem. The provider will do a physical exam. To examine the spine, your child may have to bend forward, to the side, and to lie flat on a table. If the lordotic curve is flexible (when the child bends forward the curve reverses itself), it is generally not a concern. If the curve does not move, medical evaluation and treatment are needed. Other tests may be needed, particularly if the curve seems 'fixed' (not bendable). These may include: Lumbosacral spine x-ray Other tests to rule out disorders that could be causing the condition MRI of the spine Laboratory tests. Swayback; Arched back; Lordosis - lumbar. Skeletal spine Skeletal spine Lordosis Lordosis. Mistovich RJ, Spiegel DA. The spine. |
| Low Blood Sugar | XTRA | 1.19,3,10,20,26,72,95,125,230,250,444,465,600,625,650,660,690,727.5,776,787,802,832,880,1500,1550,1600,1800,1865,2008,2127.5,2127,2489,2720 | See Hypoglycemia, and Hyperinsulism. Encyclopedia Entry for Low Blood Sugar : Low blood sugar - newborns. Babies need blood sugar (glucose) for energy. Most of that glucose is used by the brain. The baby gets glucose from the mother through the placenta before birth. After birth, the baby gets glucose from the mother through her milk or from formula, and the baby also produces it in the liver. Glucose level can drop if: There is too much insulin in the blood. Insulin is a hormone that pulls glucose from the blood. The baby is not producing enough glucose. The baby's body is using more glucose than is being produced. The baby is not able to feed enough to keep the glucose level up. Neonatal hypoglycemia occurs when the newborn's glucose level causes symptoms or is below the level considered safe for the baby's age. It occurs in about 1 to 3 out of every 1,000 births. Low blood sugar level is more likely in infants with one or more of these risk factors: Born early, has a serious infection, or needed oxygen right after delivery Mother has diabetes (these infants are often larger than normal) Have slower than usual growth in the womb during pregnancy Are smaller or larger in size than normal for their gestational age. Infants with low blood sugar may not have symptoms. If your baby has one of the risk factors for low blood sugar, nurses in the hospital will check your baby's blood sugar level, even if there are no symptoms. Also, blood sugar level is very often checked for babies with these symptoms: Bluish-colored or pale skin Breathing problems, such as pauses in breathing (apnea), rapid breathing, or a grunting sound Irritability or listlessness Loose or floppy muscles Poor feeding or vomiting Problems keeping the body warm Tremors, shakiness, sweating, or seizures. Newborns at risk for hypoglycemia should have a blood test to measure blood sugar level every few hours after birth. This will be done using a heel stick. The health care provider should continue taking blood tests until the baby's glucose level stays normal for about 12 to 24 hours. Other possible tests: Newborn screening for metabolic disorders, including blood and urine tests. Infants with a low blood sugar level will need to receive extra feedings with mother's milk or formula. Babies who are breast-fed may need to receive extra formula if the mother is not able to produce enough milk. (Hand expression and massage can help mothers express more milk.) Sometimes a sugar gel may be given by mouth temporarily if there is not enough milk. The infant may need a sugar solution given through a vein (intravenously) if unable to eat by mouth, or if the blood sugar level is very low. Treatment will be continued until the baby can maintain blood sugar level. This may take hours or days. Infants who were born early, have an infection, or were born at a low weight may need to be treated for a longer period of time. If the low blood sugar continues, in rare cases, the baby may also receive medicine to increase blood sugar level. In very rare cases, newborns with very severe hypoglycemia who do not improve with treatment may need surgery to remove part of the pancreas (to reduce insulin production). The outlook is good for newborns who do not have symptoms, or who respond well to treatment. However, low blood sugar level can return in a small number of babies after treatment. The condition is more likely to return when babies are taken off feedings given through a vein before they are fully ready to eat by mouth. Babies with more severe symptoms are more likely to develop learning problems. This is more often true for babies who are at a lower-than-average weight or whose mother has diabetes. Severe or persistent low blood sugar level may affect the baby's mental function. In rare cases, heart failure or seizures may occur. However, these problems may also be due to the underlying cause of the low blood sugar, rather than a result of the low blood sugar itself. If you have diabetes during pregnancy, work with your provider to control your blood sugar level. Be sure that your newborn's blood sugar level is monitored after birth. Neonatal hypoglycemia. Devaskar SU, Garg M. Disorders of carbohydrate metabolism in the neonate. Encyclopedia Entry for Low Blood Sugar : Low blood sugar - self-care. Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. You are at risk for low blood sugar if you have diabetes and are taking any of the following diabetes medicines: Insulin Glyburide (Micronase), glipizide (Glucotrol), glimepiride (Amaryl), repaglinide (Prandin), or nateglinide (Starlix) Chlorpropamide (Diabinese), tolazamide (Tolinase), acetohexamide (Dymelor), or tolbutamide (Orinase) You are also at increased risk of having low blood sugar if you have had previous low blood sugar levels. Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired Shaking Sweating Headache Hunger Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious Feeling cranky Trouble thinking clearly Double or blurry vision Fast or pounding heartbeat Sometimes your blood sugar may be too low even if you do not have symptoms. If it gets too low, you may: Faint Have a seizure Go into a coma Some people who have had diabetes for a long time stop being able to sense low blood sugar. This is called hypoglycemic unawareness. Ask your health care provider if wearing a continuous glucose monitor and sensor can help you detect when your blood sugar is getting too low in order to help prevent symptoms. Talk with your provider about when you should check your blood sugar every day. People who have low blood sugar need to check their blood sugar more often. The most common causes of low blood sugar are: Taking your insulin or diabetes medicine at the wrong time Taking too much insulin or diabetes medicine Not eating enough during meals or snacks after you have taken insulin or diabetes medicine Skipping meals Waiting too long after taking your medicine to eat your meals Exercising a lot or at a time that is unusual for you Not checking your blood sugar or not adjusting your insulin dose before exercising Drinking alcohol. Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. When you exercise , check your blood sugar levels. Make sure you have snacks with you. Talk to your provider about reducing insulin doses on days that you exercise. Ask your provider if you need a bedtime snack to prevent low blood sugar overnight. Protein snacks may be best. DO NOT drink alcohol without eating food. Women should limit alcohol to 1 drink a day and men should limit alcohol to 2 drinks a day. Family and friends should know how to help. They should know: The symptoms of low blood sugar and how to tell if you have them. How much and what kind of food they should give you. When to call for emergency help. How to inject glucagon, a hormone that increases your blood sugar. Your doctor or nurse will tell you when to use this medicine. If you have diabetes, always wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace. This helps emergency medical workers know you have diabetes. Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. Eat something that has about 15 grams (g) of carbohydrates. Examples are 3 glucose tablets, one half cup (4 ounces or 237 mL) of fruit juice or regular, non-diet soda, 5 or 6 hard candies, 1 tablespoon (tbsp) or 15 mL of sugar, plain or dissolved in water, or 1 tbsp (15 mL) of honey or syrup. Wait about 15 minutes before eating any more. Be careful not to eat too much. This can cause high blood sugar and weight gain. Check your blood sugar again. If you do not feel better in 15 minutes and your blood sugar is still lower than 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L), eat something with 15 g of carbohydrate again. You may need to eat a snack with carbohydrates and protein if your blood sugar is in a safer range -- over 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) -- and your next meal is more than an hour away. Ask your provider how to manage this situation. If these steps for raising your blood sugar do not work, call your doctor right away. If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your doctor or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way Need a different type of needle Should change how much insulin you take Should change the kind of insulin you take DO NOT make any changes without talking to your doctor or nurse first. Sometimes hypoglycemia can be due to taking the wrong medicines. Check your medicines with your pharmacist. If signs of low blood sugar DO NOT improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call your local emergency number (such as 911). DO NOT drive when your blood sugar is low. Get medical help right away for a person with low blood sugar if the person is not alert or cannot be awakened. Hypoglycemia - self care; Low blood glucose - self care. Medical alert bracelet Medical alert bracelet Glucose test Glucose test. American Diabetes Association. 6. Glycemic targets: standards of medical care in diabetes-2018. Diabetes Care. 2018;41(Suppl 1):S55-S64. PMID: 29222377 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29222377. Davis SN, Lamos EM, Younk LM. Hypoglycemia and hypoglycemic syndromes. Encyclopedia Entry for Low Blood Sugar : Low blood sugar. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insulin is needed to move glucose into cells where it is stored or used for energy. Without enough insulin, glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into the cells. This leads to symptoms of diabetes. Low blood sugar occurs due to any of the following: Your body's sugar (glucose) is used up too quickly Glucose production by the body is too low or it is released into the bloodstream too slowly Too much insulin is in the bloodstream Low blood sugar is common in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. However, many other diabetes medicines do not cause low blood sugar. Exercise can also lead to low blood sugar in people taking insulin to treat their diabetes. Babies born to mothers with diabetes may have severe drops in blood sugar right after birth. In people who do not have diabetes, low blood sugar may be caused by: Drinking alcohol Insulinoma , which is a rare tumor in the pancreas that produces too much insulin Lack of a hormone, such as cortisol, growth hormone, or thyroid hormone Severe heart, kidney, or liver failure Infection that affects the whole body ( sepsis ) Some types of weight-loss surgery (usually 5 or more years after the surgery) Medicines not used to treat diabetes (certain antibiotics or heart drugs). Symptoms you may have when your blood sugar gets too low include: Double vision or blurry vision Fast or pounding heartbeat Feeling cranky or acting aggressive Feeling nervous Headache Hunger Shaking or trembling Sweating Tingling or numbness of the skin Tiredness or weakness Trouble sleeping Unclear thinking In many people with diabetes, low blood sugar occurs every time with nearly the same symptoms. Some symptoms, like hunger or sweating, occur when blood sugar is only slightly low. More severe symptoms, such as unclear thinking or seizure, occur when the blood sugar is much lower (less than 40 mg/dL or 2.2 mmol/L). Even if you do not have symptoms, your blood sugar could still be too low (called hypoglycemic unawareness). You may not even know you have low blood sugar until you faint, have a seizure , or go into a coma. If you have diabetes, ask your health care provider if wearing a continuous glucose monitor and sensor can help you detect when your blood sugar is getting too low to help prevent symptoms. If you have diabetes, keeping good control of your blood sugar can help prevent low blood sugar. Talk to your provider if you're not sure about the causes and symptoms of low blood sugar. When you have low blood sugar, the reading will be lower than 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) on your glucose monitor. Your provider may ask you to wear a small monitor that measures your blood sugar every 5 minutes (continuous glucose monitor). The device is often worn for 3 or 7 days. The data is downloaded to find out if you're having periods of low blood sugar that are going unnoticed. If you're admitted to the hospital, you'll likely have blood samples taken from your vein to: Measure your blood sugar level Diagnose the cause of your low blood sugar (these tests need to be carefully timed related to low blood sugar to make an accurate diagnosis). The goal of treatment is to correct your low blood sugar level. If you have diabetes, it is likely your provider told you how to treat yourself for low blood sugar. Treatment may include: Drinking juice Eating food Taking glucose tablets Or you may have been told to give yourself a shot of glucagon. This is a medicine that raises blood sugar. If low blood sugar is caused by an insulinoma, surgery to remove the tumor will be recommended. Severe low blood sugar is a medical emergency. It can cause seizures and brain damage. Severe low blood sugar that causes you to become unconscious is called hypoglycemic or insulin shock. Even one episode of severe low blood sugar may make it less likely for you to have symptoms that allow you to recognize another episode of low blood sugar. If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that has sugar: Get a ride to the emergency room. DO NOT drive yourself. Call a local emergency number (such as 911) Get medical help right away for a person with diabetes or low blood sugar who: Becomes less alert Cannot be woken up. Hypoglycemia; Insulin shock; Insulin reaction; Diabetes - hypoglycemia. Food and insulin release Food and insulin release 15/15 rule 15/15 rule. American Diabetes Association. 6. Glycemic targets: standards of medical care in diabetes - 2018. Diabetes Care. 2018;41(Suppl 1):S55-S64. PMID: 29222377 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29222377. Davis SN, Lamos EM, Younk LM. Hypoglycemia and hypoglycemic syndromes. |
| Ludwig's Angina | ETDF | 130,520,650,9000,11090,45000,62500,168300,335620,443160 | Potentially life-threatening cellulitis of floor of mouth, almost always caused by untreated dental infection. Encyclopedia Entry for Ludwig's Angina : Ludwig's angina- usually a polymicrobial infection (cellulitis of the floor of the mouth with spread to the submental, sublingual and submandibular spaces). Bacteria from mouth. |
| Luesinum and Syphilinum | CAFL | 177,600,625,650,658,660 | Homeopathic. See Syphilis. Syphilis |
| Luesinum and Syphilinum 2 | XTRA | 177,600,625,650,658,660,789,900,2776,6600 | Homeopathic. See Syphilis. Use for chancres. |
| Luesinum and Syphilinum 3 | XTRA | 177 | Homeopathic. See Syphilis. |
| Lumbago | CAFL | 10000,800,880,787,727,125,95,72,444,1865,9.19,8.25,7.69,300 | Also called low back pain. Also see Back programs, and Pain programs. Back |
| Lumbago | XTRA | 30,190 | Also called low back pain. Also see Back programs, and Pain programs. |
| Lumbago 1 | XTRA | 7.69,8.25,9.18,72,95,125,444,727,787,880,1865,10000 | Also called low back pain. Also see Back programs, and Pain programs. |
| Lumbago 2 | XTRA | 7.69,7.7,8.25,9.18,9.19,72,95,125,300,444,660,690,727.5,787,800,802,880,1550,1865,10000 | Also called low back pain. Also see Back programs, and Pain programs. |
| Lumbar Compression | XTRA | 6110 | See programs for Sciatica, and Disc. Other use: cataracts. |
| Lung Abscess | CAFL | 228,231,237,694,719,887,2890 | See Chemtrail detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. Lung |
| Lung Abscess | ETDF | 40,240,600,830,2500,39980,203500,741670,835620,917810 | See Chemtrail detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung Abscess 3 | XTRA | 880.2,17679.38 | See Chemtrail detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung Diseases | ETDF | 30,410,620,930,7500,12710,85000,206500,324940,735620 | Respiratory disease, or respiratory tract disease, is a medical term that encompasses pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange difficult in air-breathing animals. They include conditions of the respiratory tract including the trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli, pleurae, pleural cavity, and the nerves and muscles of respiration. |
| Lung Diseases Interstitial | ETDF | 50,240,600,970,7500,35620,117520,402060,675620,823010 | Lung conditions affecting the tissue and spaces around air sacs. |
| Lung General | CAFL | 9,20,3672 | See Chemtrail Detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. Lung |
| Lung General 1 | XTRA | 9,20,72,95,125,444,450,727,776,787,802,880,1550,1865 | See Chemtrail Detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung General 2 | XTRA | 9,3672 | See Chemtrail Detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung General 3 | XTRA | 9,20,72,95,125,444,450,727,776,787,880,1550,1865 | See Chemtrail Detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung General 5 | XTRA | 220 | See Chemtrail Detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung General Conditions | XTRA | 20,72,95,125,444,450,590,660,690,727.5,776,787,802,880,1550,1800,1865 | See Chemtrail detox, Nocardia Asteroides, and Alternaria Tenuis programs. |
| Lung General Tonic | XTRA | 307.89,318,568 | Lung Tonic is comprised of therapeutic and highly concentrated botanical extracts that support healthy lung and bronchial function. |
| Lung Infection | XTRA | 10.3,10.5,11.8,11.9,12.09,12.4 | A chest infection is an infection that affects your lungs, either in the larger airways (bronchitis) or in the smaller air sacs (pneumonia). There is a build-up of pus and fluid (mucus), and the airways become swollen, making it difficult for you to breathe. |
| Lung Sinus Bacteria | CAFL | 244,1466,597,1311 | Run after any Sinusitis program. Lung |
| Lungs | XTRA | 5.35,12 | The lungs are the primary organs of the respiratory system in humans and many other animals including a few fish and some snails. In mammals and most other vertebrates, two lungs are located near the backbone on either side of the heart. |
| Lupus 1 | XTRA | 205,243,244,352,386,633,921,942,993,1333,1464 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus 2 | XTRA | 243,352,386,921,942,993,1333,1464 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Erythematosus 1 | XTRA | 243,244,352,386,442,633,660,690,702,727.5,776,787,802,880,921,942,993,1333,1464,1550,1850,2008,2125,2489,3612 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Erythematosus 2 | XTRA | 205,304,481,664,678,771,784,842,847,921,1552,2128,2180,7865 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Erythematosus 3 | XTRA | 727,776,787,880,1850 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Erythematosus Cutaneous | ETDF | 110,490,730,2250,7500,30000,270280,333910,791030,905070 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus General | CAFL | 3612,2489,2125,2010,2008,2006,942,802,800,798,702,633,632,442,386,243 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Lupus Vulgaris is a common form that manifests disfigurement and destruction of skin and cartilage of face. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. Skin Encyclopedia Entry for Lupus General : Lupus General. Can be caused by the viruses Parvovirus B19, Epstein-Barr virus,Cytomegalovirus and Enterococcus gallinarum. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Lupus General Secondary | CAFL | 205,244,352,633,771,847,921,993,1333,1464,7865 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus SLE Secondary | CAFL | 304,386,481,664,678,784,880,1552,2008,2128,2180 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Systemic Erythematosis SLE | XTRA | 633,702,802,2008,2125,2489,3612 | Autoimmune disease involving joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart, and lungs. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Vulgaris 1 | XTRA | 727,776,787,800,880,1550 | Common form that manifests disfigurement and destruction of skin and cartilage of face. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lupus Vulgaris 2 | XTRA | 800,2489,10000 | Common form that manifests disfigurement and destruction of skin and cartilage of face. Use Nanobacter and Parasites Flukes programs. |
| Lycogala | HC | 126000,129000 | Slime mold. |
| Lycogala | XTRA | 312.31,6273.17 | Slime mold. |
| Lyme | VEGA | 605,673,1455,797 | Also known as Borreliosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi or Borrelia mayonii (Spirochetes) Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme-like illness- Masters disease- Southern tick associated rash illness (STARI)- Borrelia lonestari (possible etiology) Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Where on my body am I most likely to get a tick bite? How large are ticks and tick bites? If I have a tick bite, will I always get Lyme disease? Can I get Lyme disease even if I never noticed a tick bite on my body? What can I do to prevent getting tick bites when I am in a wooded or grassy area? In what areas of the US am I more likely to get a tick bite or Lyme disease? At what time of the year is the risk higher? Should I remove a tick if I find one on my body? What is the proper way to remove a tick? Should I save the tick? If I get Lyme disease from a tick bite, what symptoms will I have? Will I always have symptoms soon after getting Lyme disease (early or primary Lyme disease)? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I do not get symptoms right away, can I get symptoms later? How much later? Are these symptoms the same as the early symptoms? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I am treated for Lyme disease, will I ever have symptoms again? If I do, will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? How can my doctor diagnose me with Lyme disease? Can I be diagnosed even if I do not remember having a tick bite? What are the antibiotics used to treat Lyme disease? How long do I need to take them? What are the side effects? Will I have a full recovery from my Lyme disease symptoms?. What to ask your doctor about Lyme disease; Lyme borreliosis - questions; Bannwarth syndrome - questions. Lyme disease Lyme disease Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme. Updated August 19, 2016. Accessed October 27, 2016. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme Borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme disease blood test. A blood sample is needed. A laboratory specialist looks for Lyme disease antibodies in the blood sample using the ELISA test. If the ELISA test is positive, it must be confirmed with another test called the Western blot test. You do not need special steps to prepare for this test. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain. Others feel only a prick or stinging. Afterward, there may be some throbbing or a slight bruise. This soon goes away. The test is done to help confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. A negative test result is normal. This means none or few antibodies to Lyme disease were seen in your blood sample. If the ELISA test is negative, usually no other testing is needed. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. A positive ELISA result is abnormal. This means antibodies were seen in your blood sample. But, this does not confirm a diagnosis of Lyme disease. A positive ELISA result must be followed up with a Western blot test. Only a positive Western blot test can confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. For many people, the ELISA test remains positive, even after they have been treated for Lyme disease and no longer have symptoms. A positive ELISA test may also occur with certain diseases not related to Lyme disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis. There is little risk involved with having your blood taken. Veins and arteries vary in size from one person to another and from one side of the body to the other. Taking blood from some people may be more difficult than from others. Other risks associated with having blood drawn are slight but may include: Fainting or feeling lightheaded Multiple punctures to locate veins Hematoma (blood buildup under the skin) Excessive bleeding Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken). Lyme disease serology; ELISA for Lyme disease; Western blot for Lyme disease. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Blood test Blood test Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Deer ticks Deer ticks Ticks Ticks Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick imbedded in the skin Tick imbedded in the skin Antibodies Antibodies Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Lyme disease antibody - blood. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme disease. Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi ( B burgdorferi ). Blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) can carry these bacteria. Not all species of ticks can carry these bacteria. Immature ticks are called nymphs, and they are about the size of a pinhead. Nymphs pick up bacteria when they feed on small rodents, such as mice, infected with B burgdorferi. You can get the disease if you are bitten by an infected tick. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease was first reported in the United States in 1977 in the town of Old Lyme, Connecticut. The same disease occurs in many parts of Europe and Asia. In the United States, most Lyme disease infections occur in the following areas: Northeastern states, from Virginia to Maine North-central states, mostly in Wisconsin and Minnesota West Coast, mainly in the northwest There are three stages of Lyme disease. Stage 1 is called early localized Lyme disease. The bacteria have not yet spread throughout the body. Stage 2 is called early disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have begun to spread throughout the body. Stage 3 is called late disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have spread throughout the body. Risk factors for Lyme disease include: Doing outside activities that increase tick exposure (for example, gardening, hunting, or hiking) in an area where Lyme disease occurs Having a pet that may carry infected ticks home Walking in high grasses Lyme disease Important facts about tick bites and Lyme disease: A tick must be attached to your body for 24 to 36 hours in order to spread the bacteria to your blood. Blacklegged ticks can be so small that they are almost impossible to see. Many people with Lyme disease never even see or feel a tick on their body. Most people who are bitten by a tick do not get Lyme disease. Symptoms of early localized Lyme disease (stage 1) begin days or weeks after infection. They are similar to the flu and may include: Fever and chills General ill feeling Headache Joint pain Muscle pain Stiff neck There may be a 'bull's eye' rash, a flat or slightly raised red spot at the site of the tick bite. Often there is a clear area in the center. It can be large and expanding in size. This rash is called erythema migrans. Without treatment, it can last 4 weeks or longer. Lyme disease, erythema migrans Symptoms may come and go. Untreated, the bacteria can spread to the brain, heart, and joints. Symptoms of early disseminated Lyme disease (stage 2) may occur weeks to months after the tick bite, and may include: Numbness or pain in the nerve area Paralysis or weakness in the muscles of the face Heart problems, such as skipped heartbeats (palpitations), chest pain, or shortness of breath Symptoms of late disseminated Lyme disease (stage 3) can occur months or years after the infection. The most common symptoms are muscle and joint pain. Other symptoms may include: Abnormal muscle movement Joint swelling Muscle weakness Numbness and tingling Speech problems Thinking (cognitive) problems. A blood test can be done to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The most commonly used is the ELISA for Lyme disease test. An immunoblot test is done to confirm ELISA results. Be aware, though, in the early stage of infection, blood tests may be normal. Also, if you are treated with antibiotics in the early stage, your body may not make enough antibodies to be detected by blood tests. In areas where Lyme disease is more common, your health care provider may be able to diagnose early disseminated Lyme disease (Stage 2) without doing any lab tests. Other tests that may be done when the infection has spread include: Electrocardiogram Echocardiogram to look at the heart MRI of the brain Spinal tap (lumbar puncture to examine spinal fluid). People bitten by a tick should be watched closely for at least 30 days to see if a rash or symptoms develop. Tick, deer - adult female A single dose of the antibiotic doxycycline may be given to someone soon after being bitten by a tick, when all of these conditions are true: The person has a tick that can carry Lyme disease attached to his or her body. This usually means that a nurse or doctor has looked at and identified the tick. The tick is thought to have been attached to the person for at least 36 hours. The person is able to start taking the antibiotic within 72 hours of removing the tick. The person is 8 years or older and is not pregnant or breastfeeding. Local rate of ticks carrying B burgdorferi is 20% or higher. A 10-day to 4-week course of antibiotics is used to treat people who are diagnosed with Lyme disease, depending on the choice of drug: The choice of antibiotic depends on the stage of the disease and the symptoms. Common choices include doxycycline, amoxicillin, azithromycin, cefuroxime, and ceftriaxone. Pain medicines, such as ibuprofen, are sometimes prescribed for joint stiffness. If diagnosed in the early stages, Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics. Without treatment, complications involving the joints, heart, and nervous system can occur. But these symptoms are still treatable and curable. In rare cases, a person keeps having symptoms that interfere with daily life after they have been treated with antibiotics. This is also known as post-Lyme disease syndrome. The cause of this syndrome is unknown. Symptoms that occur after antibiotics are stopped may not be signs of active infection and may not respond to antibiotic treatment. Stage 3, or late disseminated, Lyme disease can cause long-term joint inflammation (Lyme arthritis) and heart rhythm problems. Brain and nervous system problems are also possible, and may include: Decreased concentration Memory disorders Nerve damage Numbness Pain Paralysis of the face muscles Sleep disorders Vision problems. Call your provider if you have: A large, red, expanding rash that may look like a bull's eye. Had a tick bite and develop weakness, numbness, tingling, or heart problems. Symptoms of Lyme disease, especially if you may have been exposed to ticks. Take precautions to avoid tick bites. Be extra careful during warmer months. When possible, avoid walking or hiking in the woods and areas with high grass. If you do walk or hike in these areas, take measures to prevent tick bites: Wear light-colored clothing so that if ticks land on you, they can be spotted and removed. Wear long sleeves and long pants with pant legs tucked into your socks. Spray exposed skin and your clothing with insect repellant , such as DEET or permethrin. Follow instructions on the container. After returning home, remove your clothes and thoroughly inspect all skin surface areas, including your scalp. Shower as soon as possible to wash off any unseen ticks. If a tick is attached to you, follow these steps to remove it : Grasp the tick close to its head or mouth with tweezers. DO NOT use your bare fingers. If needed, use a tissue or paper towel. Pull it straight out with a slow and steady motion. Avoid squeezing or crushing the tick. Be careful not to leave the head embedded in the skin. Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water. Also wash your hands thoroughly. Save the tick in a jar. Watch carefully for the next week or two for signs of Lyme disease. If all parts of the tick cannot be removed, get medical help. Bring the tick in the jar to your doctor. Borreliosis; Bannwarth syndrome. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Tick, deer engorged on the skin Tick, deer engorged on the skin Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick, deer - adult female Tick, deer - adult female Lyme disease Lyme disease Lyme disease, erythema migrans Lyme disease, erythema migrans Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Cameron DJ, Johnson LB, Maloney EL. Evidence assessments and guideline recommendations in Lyme disease: the clinical management of known tick bites, erythema migrans rashes and persistent disease. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2014;12(9):1103-1135. PMID: 25077519 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25077519. Centers for Disease Control website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme/. Updated November 16, 2017. Accessed January 11, 2018. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme : Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis). Source of disease: Borrelia burgdorferi, Borrelia garinii, and Borrelia afzelii |
| Lyme 1 | CAFL | 864,495,485,490,495,500,505,620,610,615,620,625,630,690,790,785,790,795 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme 2 | CAFL | 2050,1520,615,2016,625 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme 2 | XTRA | 6425,6575,6625,6727,6777,6929,6957,7033,7079,7181,7329,8215,8515,8935,9255 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme 5 | XTRA | 615,625,1520,2016,2050 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever V | CAFL | 128,239,417,422,577,578,579,673,693,758,797,846,1455,1590,4870,4880,7989,39975,40439 | See Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever program. |
| Lyme Borreliosis | ETDF | 650,2500,7500,25230,70000,42500,95670,378950,523010,682020 | Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium named Borrelia spread by ticks. The most common sign of infection is an expanding area of redness on the skin, known as erythema migrans, that appears at the site of the tick bite about a week after it occurred. |
| Lyme Cramp | XTRA | 748 | Muscle cramp. |
| Lyme Disease | CAFL | 46866,46851,34170,34112,6870,6863,4200,2050,2016,1520,1455,920,884,800,797,758,673,625,615,605,432,345,344,338,254 | Also called Borreliosis. Relapsing fever in humans and animals caused by parasitic spirochetes from ticks. Use Borreliosis, Babesia, and Parasites blood flukes programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi or Borrelia mayonii (Spirochetes) Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Where on my body am I most likely to get a tick bite? How large are ticks and tick bites? If I have a tick bite, will I always get Lyme disease? Can I get Lyme disease even if I never noticed a tick bite on my body? What can I do to prevent getting tick bites when I am in a wooded or grassy area? In what areas of the US am I more likely to get a tick bite or Lyme disease? At what time of the year is the risk higher? Should I remove a tick if I find one on my body? What is the proper way to remove a tick? Should I save the tick? If I get Lyme disease from a tick bite, what symptoms will I have? Will I always have symptoms soon after getting Lyme disease (early or primary Lyme disease)? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I do not get symptoms right away, can I get symptoms later? How much later? Are these symptoms the same as the early symptoms? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I am treated for Lyme disease, will I ever have symptoms again? If I do, will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? How can my doctor diagnose me with Lyme disease? Can I be diagnosed even if I do not remember having a tick bite? What are the antibiotics used to treat Lyme disease? How long do I need to take them? What are the side effects? Will I have a full recovery from my Lyme disease symptoms?. What to ask your doctor about Lyme disease; Lyme borreliosis - questions; Bannwarth syndrome - questions. Lyme disease Lyme disease Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme. Updated August 19, 2016. Accessed October 27, 2016. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme Borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease blood test. A blood sample is needed. A laboratory specialist looks for Lyme disease antibodies in the blood sample using the ELISA test. If the ELISA test is positive, it must be confirmed with another test called the Western blot test. You do not need special steps to prepare for this test. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain. Others feel only a prick or stinging. Afterward, there may be some throbbing or a slight bruise. This soon goes away. The test is done to help confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. A negative test result is normal. This means none or few antibodies to Lyme disease were seen in your blood sample. If the ELISA test is negative, usually no other testing is needed. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. A positive ELISA result is abnormal. This means antibodies were seen in your blood sample. But, this does not confirm a diagnosis of Lyme disease. A positive ELISA result must be followed up with a Western blot test. Only a positive Western blot test can confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. For many people, the ELISA test remains positive, even after they have been treated for Lyme disease and no longer have symptoms. A positive ELISA test may also occur with certain diseases not related to Lyme disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis. There is little risk involved with having your blood taken. Veins and arteries vary in size from one person to another and from one side of the body to the other. Taking blood from some people may be more difficult than from others. Other risks associated with having blood drawn are slight but may include: Fainting or feeling lightheaded Multiple punctures to locate veins Hematoma (blood buildup under the skin) Excessive bleeding Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken). Lyme disease serology; ELISA for Lyme disease; Western blot for Lyme disease. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Blood test Blood test Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Deer ticks Deer ticks Ticks Ticks Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick imbedded in the skin Tick imbedded in the skin Antibodies Antibodies Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Lyme disease antibody - blood. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease. Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi ( B burgdorferi ). Blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) can carry these bacteria. Not all species of ticks can carry these bacteria. Immature ticks are called nymphs, and they are about the size of a pinhead. Nymphs pick up bacteria when they feed on small rodents, such as mice, infected with B burgdorferi. You can get the disease if you are bitten by an infected tick. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease was first reported in the United States in 1977 in the town of Old Lyme, Connecticut. The same disease occurs in many parts of Europe and Asia. In the United States, most Lyme disease infections occur in the following areas: Northeastern states, from Virginia to Maine North-central states, mostly in Wisconsin and Minnesota West Coast, mainly in the northwest There are three stages of Lyme disease. Stage 1 is called early localized Lyme disease. The bacteria have not yet spread throughout the body. Stage 2 is called early disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have begun to spread throughout the body. Stage 3 is called late disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have spread throughout the body. Risk factors for Lyme disease include: Doing outside activities that increase tick exposure (for example, gardening, hunting, or hiking) in an area where Lyme disease occurs Having a pet that may carry infected ticks home Walking in high grasses Lyme disease Important facts about tick bites and Lyme disease: A tick must be attached to your body for 24 to 36 hours in order to spread the bacteria to your blood. Blacklegged ticks can be so small that they are almost impossible to see. Many people with Lyme disease never even see or feel a tick on their body. Most people who are bitten by a tick do not get Lyme disease. Symptoms of early localized Lyme disease (stage 1) begin days or weeks after infection. They are similar to the flu and may include: Fever and chills General ill feeling Headache Joint pain Muscle pain Stiff neck There may be a 'bull's eye' rash, a flat or slightly raised red spot at the site of the tick bite. Often there is a clear area in the center. It can be large and expanding in size. This rash is called erythema migrans. Without treatment, it can last 4 weeks or longer. Lyme disease, erythema migrans Symptoms may come and go. Untreated, the bacteria can spread to the brain, heart, and joints. Symptoms of early disseminated Lyme disease (stage 2) may occur weeks to months after the tick bite, and may include: Numbness or pain in the nerve area Paralysis or weakness in the muscles of the face Heart problems, such as skipped heartbeats (palpitations), chest pain, or shortness of breath Symptoms of late disseminated Lyme disease (stage 3) can occur months or years after the infection. The most common symptoms are muscle and joint pain. Other symptoms may include: Abnormal muscle movement Joint swelling Muscle weakness Numbness and tingling Speech problems Thinking (cognitive) problems. A blood test can be done to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The most commonly used is the ELISA for Lyme disease test. An immunoblot test is done to confirm ELISA results. Be aware, though, in the early stage of infection, blood tests may be normal. Also, if you are treated with antibiotics in the early stage, your body may not make enough antibodies to be detected by blood tests. In areas where Lyme disease is more common, your health care provider may be able to diagnose early disseminated Lyme disease (Stage 2) without doing any lab tests. Other tests that may be done when the infection has spread include: Electrocardiogram Echocardiogram to look at the heart MRI of the brain Spinal tap (lumbar puncture to examine spinal fluid). People bitten by a tick should be watched closely for at least 30 days to see if a rash or symptoms develop. Tick, deer - adult female A single dose of the antibiotic doxycycline may be given to someone soon after being bitten by a tick, when all of these conditions are true: The person has a tick that can carry Lyme disease attached to his or her body. This usually means that a nurse or doctor has looked at and identified the tick. The tick is thought to have been attached to the person for at least 36 hours. The person is able to start taking the antibiotic within 72 hours of removing the tick. The person is 8 years or older and is not pregnant or breastfeeding. Local rate of ticks carrying B burgdorferi is 20% or higher. A 10-day to 4-week course of antibiotics is used to treat people who are diagnosed with Lyme disease, depending on the choice of drug: The choice of antibiotic depends on the stage of the disease and the symptoms. Common choices include doxycycline, amoxicillin, azithromycin, cefuroxime, and ceftriaxone. Pain medicines, such as ibuprofen, are sometimes prescribed for joint stiffness. If diagnosed in the early stages, Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics. Without treatment, complications involving the joints, heart, and nervous system can occur. But these symptoms are still treatable and curable. In rare cases, a person keeps having symptoms that interfere with daily life after they have been treated with antibiotics. This is also known as post-Lyme disease syndrome. The cause of this syndrome is unknown. Symptoms that occur after antibiotics are stopped may not be signs of active infection and may not respond to antibiotic treatment. Stage 3, or late disseminated, Lyme disease can cause long-term joint inflammation (Lyme arthritis) and heart rhythm problems. Brain and nervous system problems are also possible, and may include: Decreased concentration Memory disorders Nerve damage Numbness Pain Paralysis of the face muscles Sleep disorders Vision problems. Call your provider if you have: A large, red, expanding rash that may look like a bull's eye. Had a tick bite and develop weakness, numbness, tingling, or heart problems. Symptoms of Lyme disease, especially if you may have been exposed to ticks. Take precautions to avoid tick bites. Be extra careful during warmer months. When possible, avoid walking or hiking in the woods and areas with high grass. If you do walk or hike in these areas, take measures to prevent tick bites: Wear light-colored clothing so that if ticks land on you, they can be spotted and removed. Wear long sleeves and long pants with pant legs tucked into your socks. Spray exposed skin and your clothing with insect repellant , such as DEET or permethrin. Follow instructions on the container. After returning home, remove your clothes and thoroughly inspect all skin surface areas, including your scalp. Shower as soon as possible to wash off any unseen ticks. If a tick is attached to you, follow these steps to remove it : Grasp the tick close to its head or mouth with tweezers. DO NOT use your bare fingers. If needed, use a tissue or paper towel. Pull it straight out with a slow and steady motion. Avoid squeezing or crushing the tick. Be careful not to leave the head embedded in the skin. Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water. Also wash your hands thoroughly. Save the tick in a jar. Watch carefully for the next week or two for signs of Lyme disease. If all parts of the tick cannot be removed, get medical help. Bring the tick in the jar to your doctor. Borreliosis; Bannwarth syndrome. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Tick, deer engorged on the skin Tick, deer engorged on the skin Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick, deer - adult female Tick, deer - adult female Lyme disease Lyme disease Lyme disease, erythema migrans Lyme disease, erythema migrans Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Cameron DJ, Johnson LB, Maloney EL. Evidence assessments and guideline recommendations in Lyme disease: the clinical management of known tick bites, erythema migrans rashes and persistent disease. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2014;12(9):1103-1135. PMID: 25077519 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25077519. Centers for Disease Control website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme/. Updated November 16, 2017. Accessed January 11, 2018. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis). Source of disease: Borrelia burgdorferi, Borrelia garinii, and Borrelia afzelii |
| Lyme Disease | KHZ | 650,2500,7500,25230,70000,42500,95670,175000,523010,682020 | Also called Borreliosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi or Borrelia mayonii (Spirochetes) Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Where on my body am I most likely to get a tick bite? How large are ticks and tick bites? If I have a tick bite, will I always get Lyme disease? Can I get Lyme disease even if I never noticed a tick bite on my body? What can I do to prevent getting tick bites when I am in a wooded or grassy area? In what areas of the US am I more likely to get a tick bite or Lyme disease? At what time of the year is the risk higher? Should I remove a tick if I find one on my body? What is the proper way to remove a tick? Should I save the tick? If I get Lyme disease from a tick bite, what symptoms will I have? Will I always have symptoms soon after getting Lyme disease (early or primary Lyme disease)? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I do not get symptoms right away, can I get symptoms later? How much later? Are these symptoms the same as the early symptoms? Will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? If I am treated for Lyme disease, will I ever have symptoms again? If I do, will these symptoms get better if I am treated with antibiotics? How can my doctor diagnose me with Lyme disease? Can I be diagnosed even if I do not remember having a tick bite? What are the antibiotics used to treat Lyme disease? How long do I need to take them? What are the side effects? Will I have a full recovery from my Lyme disease symptoms?. What to ask your doctor about Lyme disease; Lyme borreliosis - questions; Bannwarth syndrome - questions. Lyme disease Lyme disease Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme. Updated August 19, 2016. Accessed October 27, 2016. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme Borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease blood test. A blood sample is needed. A laboratory specialist looks for Lyme disease antibodies in the blood sample using the ELISA test. If the ELISA test is positive, it must be confirmed with another test called the Western blot test. You do not need special steps to prepare for this test. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain. Others feel only a prick or stinging. Afterward, there may be some throbbing or a slight bruise. This soon goes away. The test is done to help confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. A negative test result is normal. This means none or few antibodies to Lyme disease were seen in your blood sample. If the ELISA test is negative, usually no other testing is needed. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. A positive ELISA result is abnormal. This means antibodies were seen in your blood sample. But, this does not confirm a diagnosis of Lyme disease. A positive ELISA result must be followed up with a Western blot test. Only a positive Western blot test can confirm the diagnosis of Lyme disease. For many people, the ELISA test remains positive, even after they have been treated for Lyme disease and no longer have symptoms. A positive ELISA test may also occur with certain diseases not related to Lyme disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis. There is little risk involved with having your blood taken. Veins and arteries vary in size from one person to another and from one side of the body to the other. Taking blood from some people may be more difficult than from others. Other risks associated with having blood drawn are slight but may include: Fainting or feeling lightheaded Multiple punctures to locate veins Hematoma (blood buildup under the skin) Excessive bleeding Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken). Lyme disease serology; ELISA for Lyme disease; Western blot for Lyme disease. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Blood test Blood test Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Deer ticks Deer ticks Ticks Ticks Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick imbedded in the skin Tick imbedded in the skin Antibodies Antibodies Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Lyme disease antibody - blood. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease. Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi ( B burgdorferi ). Blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) can carry these bacteria. Not all species of ticks can carry these bacteria. Immature ticks are called nymphs, and they are about the size of a pinhead. Nymphs pick up bacteria when they feed on small rodents, such as mice, infected with B burgdorferi. You can get the disease if you are bitten by an infected tick. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease was first reported in the United States in 1977 in the town of Old Lyme, Connecticut. The same disease occurs in many parts of Europe and Asia. In the United States, most Lyme disease infections occur in the following areas: Northeastern states, from Virginia to Maine North-central states, mostly in Wisconsin and Minnesota West Coast, mainly in the northwest There are three stages of Lyme disease. Stage 1 is called early localized Lyme disease. The bacteria have not yet spread throughout the body. Stage 2 is called early disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have begun to spread throughout the body. Stage 3 is called late disseminated Lyme disease. The bacteria have spread throughout the body. Risk factors for Lyme disease include: Doing outside activities that increase tick exposure (for example, gardening, hunting, or hiking) in an area where Lyme disease occurs Having a pet that may carry infected ticks home Walking in high grasses Lyme disease Important facts about tick bites and Lyme disease: A tick must be attached to your body for 24 to 36 hours in order to spread the bacteria to your blood. Blacklegged ticks can be so small that they are almost impossible to see. Many people with Lyme disease never even see or feel a tick on their body. Most people who are bitten by a tick do not get Lyme disease. Symptoms of early localized Lyme disease (stage 1) begin days or weeks after infection. They are similar to the flu and may include: Fever and chills General ill feeling Headache Joint pain Muscle pain Stiff neck There may be a 'bull's eye' rash, a flat or slightly raised red spot at the site of the tick bite. Often there is a clear area in the center. It can be large and expanding in size. This rash is called erythema migrans. Without treatment, it can last 4 weeks or longer. Lyme disease, erythema migrans Symptoms may come and go. Untreated, the bacteria can spread to the brain, heart, and joints. Symptoms of early disseminated Lyme disease (stage 2) may occur weeks to months after the tick bite, and may include: Numbness or pain in the nerve area Paralysis or weakness in the muscles of the face Heart problems, such as skipped heartbeats (palpitations), chest pain, or shortness of breath Symptoms of late disseminated Lyme disease (stage 3) can occur months or years after the infection. The most common symptoms are muscle and joint pain. Other symptoms may include: Abnormal muscle movement Joint swelling Muscle weakness Numbness and tingling Speech problems Thinking (cognitive) problems. A blood test can be done to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. The most commonly used is the ELISA for Lyme disease test. An immunoblot test is done to confirm ELISA results. Be aware, though, in the early stage of infection, blood tests may be normal. Also, if you are treated with antibiotics in the early stage, your body may not make enough antibodies to be detected by blood tests. In areas where Lyme disease is more common, your health care provider may be able to diagnose early disseminated Lyme disease (Stage 2) without doing any lab tests. Other tests that may be done when the infection has spread include: Electrocardiogram Echocardiogram to look at the heart MRI of the brain Spinal tap (lumbar puncture to examine spinal fluid). People bitten by a tick should be watched closely for at least 30 days to see if a rash or symptoms develop. Tick, deer - adult female A single dose of the antibiotic doxycycline may be given to someone soon after being bitten by a tick, when all of these conditions are true: The person has a tick that can carry Lyme disease attached to his or her body. This usually means that a nurse or doctor has looked at and identified the tick. The tick is thought to have been attached to the person for at least 36 hours. The person is able to start taking the antibiotic within 72 hours of removing the tick. The person is 8 years or older and is not pregnant or breastfeeding. Local rate of ticks carrying B burgdorferi is 20% or higher. A 10-day to 4-week course of antibiotics is used to treat people who are diagnosed with Lyme disease, depending on the choice of drug: The choice of antibiotic depends on the stage of the disease and the symptoms. Common choices include doxycycline, amoxicillin, azithromycin, cefuroxime, and ceftriaxone. Pain medicines, such as ibuprofen, are sometimes prescribed for joint stiffness. If diagnosed in the early stages, Lyme disease can be cured with antibiotics. Without treatment, complications involving the joints, heart, and nervous system can occur. But these symptoms are still treatable and curable. In rare cases, a person keeps having symptoms that interfere with daily life after they have been treated with antibiotics. This is also known as post-Lyme disease syndrome. The cause of this syndrome is unknown. Symptoms that occur after antibiotics are stopped may not be signs of active infection and may not respond to antibiotic treatment. Stage 3, or late disseminated, Lyme disease can cause long-term joint inflammation (Lyme arthritis) and heart rhythm problems. Brain and nervous system problems are also possible, and may include: Decreased concentration Memory disorders Nerve damage Numbness Pain Paralysis of the face muscles Sleep disorders Vision problems. Call your provider if you have: A large, red, expanding rash that may look like a bull's eye. Had a tick bite and develop weakness, numbness, tingling, or heart problems. Symptoms of Lyme disease, especially if you may have been exposed to ticks. Take precautions to avoid tick bites. Be extra careful during warmer months. When possible, avoid walking or hiking in the woods and areas with high grass. If you do walk or hike in these areas, take measures to prevent tick bites: Wear light-colored clothing so that if ticks land on you, they can be spotted and removed. Wear long sleeves and long pants with pant legs tucked into your socks. Spray exposed skin and your clothing with insect repellant , such as DEET or permethrin. Follow instructions on the container. After returning home, remove your clothes and thoroughly inspect all skin surface areas, including your scalp. Shower as soon as possible to wash off any unseen ticks. If a tick is attached to you, follow these steps to remove it : Grasp the tick close to its head or mouth with tweezers. DO NOT use your bare fingers. If needed, use a tissue or paper towel. Pull it straight out with a slow and steady motion. Avoid squeezing or crushing the tick. Be careful not to leave the head embedded in the skin. Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water. Also wash your hands thoroughly. Save the tick in a jar. Watch carefully for the next week or two for signs of Lyme disease. If all parts of the tick cannot be removed, get medical help. Bring the tick in the jar to your doctor. Borreliosis; Bannwarth syndrome. Lyme disease - what to ask your doctor. Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Lyme disease organism, Borrelia burgdorferi Tick, deer engorged on the skin Tick, deer engorged on the skin Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Lyme disease - Borrelia burgdorferi organism Tick, deer - adult female Tick, deer - adult female Lyme disease Lyme disease Lyme disease, erythema migrans Lyme disease, erythema migrans Tertiary Lyme disease Tertiary lyme disease. Cameron DJ, Johnson LB, Maloney EL. Evidence assessments and guideline recommendations in Lyme disease: the clinical management of known tick bites, erythema migrans rashes and persistent disease. Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther. 2014;12(9):1103-1135. PMID: 25077519 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25077519. Centers for Disease Control website. Lyme disease. www.cdc.gov/lyme/. Updated November 16, 2017. Accessed January 11, 2018. Steere AC. Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) due to Borrelia burgdorferi. Encyclopedia Entry for Lyme Disease : Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis). Source of disease: Borrelia burgdorferi, Borrelia garinii, and Borrelia afzelii |
| Lyme Disease 3 | XTRA | 27,735,768,939.32,941.92,946.87,1500,2127,2416,2624,3422.86,9664,11842.19,11875,11937.5,12382,17187.52,18368,18919.09,20393.88,21576.29 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease 5 | XTRA | 605,673,797,1455,2016 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease 6 | XTRA | 432,450,465,484,610,652,690,790,864,1103,1500,4200 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease 9 | XTRA | 450,465,652,1103,1500,4200 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease A | XTRA | 2016 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease C | XTRA | 605,673,797,1455 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease VHF | XTRA | 27735768 | Experimental. Requires H-Bomb square. |
| Lyme Disease W1 | XTRA | 337,463,467,576,688,728,786,803,856,882,912,1554,1862,2128,3337,5762,6667 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease W2 | XTRA | 611,615,625,650,673,690,724,736,783,786,787,789,793,796,787 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Disease W3 | XTRA | 799,803,840,847,1087,1455,2016,2050,4320,6870 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Doug's | XTRA | 20,27,305,306,432,610,611,612,625,727,787,802,880,920,4200,4320,10000 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Envita | XTRA | 1550,803,8300,800,8020,880,8450,784,7870,728,7270,444,20,31930.4,38934.1 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme General | XTRA | 2016,2016.44,612,432,432.89,686868.7777 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Hatchlings Eggs | CAFL | 640,8554,203,412,414,589,667,840,1000,1072,1087,1105 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Herxheimer Helper 1 | XTRA | 10000,880,787,727,522,3,300,330,146,555,33,12595,72,444,1865,20 | Most Lyme disease symptoms are actually excess inflammatory cytokine symptoms. Therefore, a die-off reaction consists of a worsening of many Lyme disease symptoms including: fatigue, brain fog, muscle and nerve pain, chills and sweats, and/or memory and thinking. |
| Lyme Herxheimer Helper 2 | XTRA | 444,148,555,333,10000,880,787,727,125,95,72,522,146,20 | Most Lyme disease symptoms are actually excess inflammatory cytokine symptoms. Therefore, a die-off reaction consists of a worsening of many Lyme disease symptoms including: fatigue, brain fog, muscle and nerve pain, chills and sweats, and/or memory and thinking. |
| Lyme Main Co-infections | XTRA | 2016,364,570,5776 | Main frequencies for Lyme co-infections. |
| Lyme Nematodes Spectrum Sweep | XTRA | 412071.354-412928.646 | X=96 Spectrum=15.152%. Out2 = Out1 x -1 + 825000 Hz. Use Spooky Boost, or connect two identical Remotes with DNA to generator. |
| Lyme Pain and GI Tract | XTRA | 438.8,386.4,650,376 | Abdomen, indigestion, anal, urethral. |
| Lyme Pain and Repair Liver | XTRA | 397,311.12,478.5 | Liver repair and regeneration. |
| Lyme Pain and Repair Organs 1 | XTRA | 243.2,450,655,625,440.15 | Kidney, lung, ovary, pancreas. |
| Lyme Pain and Skeletal | XTRA | 428,655,444,625 | Bones, joints, spine, skull. |
| Lyme Pain and Tissue | XTRA | 397,727,257.51,592.49,418.05,363.35,519.34,760,748 | Nerve, breast, muscle. |
| Lyme Parasites | XTRA | 560.2,423,519.34,451.04,524,645.25,478.5 | Flukes: lung, pancreatic, liver. |
| Lyme Secondary | CAFL | 525,597,644,885,699 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Spirochete Inhabited Microbes | XTRA | 12283,13888.87,15208.19,17013.88,18361.25,19599.93,20148,20854.18,21888 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lyme Tertiary | CAFL | 306,432,484,610,625,690,864,2016,790 | Also known as Borreliosis. |
| Lymph 4 | XTRA | 146,346,428,596,767,982,1078,3176,5443,8846 | Lymph is the fluid that flows through the lymphatic system, a system composed of lymph vessels and intervening lymph nodes whose function, like the venous system, is to return fluid from the tissues to the central circulation. |
| Lymph Drain Circulation | XTRA | 1.5,3.6,6.3,8,10,10.36,15,15.05,15.33,20,20.5,66,146,148,324,428,440,444,465,522,528,660,676,690,727.5,743,787,880,1000,1865,2112,3176,5000,10000 | The lymph is moved through the body in its own vessels making a one-way journey from the interstitial spaces to the subclavian veins at the base of the neck. Since the lymphatic system does not have a heart to pump it, its upward movement depends on the motions of the muscle and joint pumps. |
| Lymph Function Stimulate Normal | XTRA | 676 | Other uses: gastric cancer, ulcers caused by Heliobacter Pylori. |
| Lymph Glands | XTRA | 10,440,727,787,880,5000 | A lymph node or lymph gland is an ovoid or kidney-shaped organ of the lymphatic system and the adaptive immune system. Lymph nodes are widely present throughout the body and are linked by the lymphatic vessels as a part of the circulatory system. |
| Lymph Glands Stimulate | XTRA | 2.5,465,10000 | Lymph nodes (erroneously called lymph glands) are a part of the lymphatic system, a component of the body's immune system. Swollen lymph nodes may signal an infection. There are several groups of lymph nodes, which are small, bean-shaped, soft nodules of tissue. |
| Lymph Mover | XTRA | 12500 | The lymph system is critical for our health and well-being. A well-functioning lymph system strengthens your body's natural resistances. WishGarden Herbs' Lymph Mover supports optimal lymphatic function with a powerful combination of five herbs. |
| Lymph Plaque | CAFL | 596,346 | Five Signs Your Lymphatic System is Blocked. Bloating in the lower abdominal region can denote a blockage of your lymph system. The primary way that the lymph system moves toxins is through lymph fluid. ... If you notice consistent bloating, it could mean you have a lymphatic blockage. |
| Lymph Stasis | CAFL | 3176 | See Lymphangitis program. Body massager must be used during this treatment. |
| Lymph Stasis 1 | XTRA | 6.29,146,148,440,444,522,727,787,880 | See Lymphangitis program. |
| Lymph Stasis Secondary | CAFL | 2.5,6.3,10,146,148,440,444,465,522,727,787,880,10000 | See Lymphangitis program. |
| Lymph Support | CAFL | 15.05,10.36,3176 | Rocky Mountain Oils' Lymph Support can help invigorate the lymphatic fluid, which will help your lymphatic and circulatory systems work properly. |
| Lymph System Circulation Stimulate | XTRA | 15.19 | Other use: capillaries healing. |
| Lymphadenitis | ETDF | 120,240,930,7500,25540,35670,87500,93500,215700,533690 | Swollen or enlarged lymph nodes. See appropriate Lymph programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphadenitis : Lymphadenitis. The lymph system (lymphatics) is a network of lymph nodes, lymph ducts, lymph vessels, and organs that produce and move a fluid called lymph from tissues to the bloodstream. The lymph glands, or lymph nodes, are small structures that filter the lymph fluid. There are many white blood cells in the lymph nodes to help fight infection. Lymphadenitis occurs when the glands become enlarged by swelling (inflammation), often in response to bacteria, viruses, or fungi. The swollen glands are usually found near the site of an infection, tumor, or inflammation. Lymphadenitis may occur after skin infections or other infections caused by bacteria such as streptococcus or staphylococcus. Sometimes, it is caused by rare infections such as tuberculosis or cat scratch disease (bartonella). Symptoms may include: Red, tender skin over lymph node Swollen, tender, or hard lymph nodes Fever Lymph nodes may feel rubbery if an abscess (pocket of pus) has formed or they have become inflamed. The health care provider will perform a physical exam. This includes feeling your lymph nodes and looking for signs of injury or infection around any swollen lymph nodes. A biopsy and culture of the affected area or node may reveal the cause of the inflammation. Blood cultures may reveal spread of infection to the bloodstream. Lymphadenitis may spread within hours. Treatment should begin right away. Treatment may include: Antibiotics to treat any infection Analgesics (painkillers) to control pain Anti-inflammatory medicines to reduce inflammation Cool compresses to reduce inflammation and pain Surgery may be needed to drain an abscess. Prompt treatment with antibiotics usually leads to a complete recovery. It may take weeks, or even months, for swelling to disappear. Untreated lymphadenitis may lead to: Abscess formation Cellulitis (a skin infection) Fistulas (seen in lymphadenitis that is due to tuberculosis) Sepsis (bloodstream infection). Call your provider or go to the emergency room if you have symptoms of lymphadenitis. Good general health and hygiene are helpful in the prevention of any infection. Lymph node infection; Lymph gland infection; Localized lymphadenopathy. Lymphatic system Lymphatic system Immune system structures Immune system structures. Pasternack MS, Swartz MN. Lymphadenitis and lymphangitis. |
| Lymphadenitis 1 | XTRA | 574,778,880,1078,1120,3176 | Swollen or enlarged lymph nodes. See appropriate Lymph programs. |
| Lymphadenitis 2 | XTRA | 574,778,1078,1120,3176 | Swollen or enlarged lymph nodes. See appropriate Lymph programs. |
| Lymphadenitis 3 | XTRA | 574 | Swollen or enlarged lymph nodes. See appropriate Lymph programs. Other use: Lymphangitis. |
| Lymphangioleiomyomatosis | ETDF | 120,180,930,7500,30000,35230,87500,93500,219340,496010 | Rare, progressive, systemic disease that typically results in cystic lung destruction. |
| Lymphangioma | ETDF | 120,350,930,7500,27500,35670,87500,93500,223010,515700 | Malformations of lymphatic system with large or microscopic cysts. |
| Lymphangitis | CAFL | 880,574,778,1120,1078,3176 | Lymphatic vessel inflammation of humans and horses most commonly caused by Streptococcus but also by other bacteria, yeast fungus, and cancer. See Streptococcus General. Blood Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphangitis : Lymphangitis. The lymph system is a network of lymph nodes, lymph ducts, lymph vessels, and organs that produce and move a fluid called lymph from tissues to the bloodstream. Lymphangitis most often results from an acute streptococcal infection of the skin. Less often, it is caused by a staphylococcal infection. The infection causes the lymph vessels to become inflamed. Lymphangitis may be a sign that a skin infection is getting worse. The bacteria can spread into the blood, and cause life-threatening problems. Symptoms may include: Fever and chills Enlarged and tender lymph nodes (glands) -- usually in the elbow, armpit, or groin General ill feeling (malaise) Headache Loss of appetite Muscle aches Red streaks from the infected area to the armpit or groin (may be faint or obvious) Throbbing pain along the affected area. The doctor will perform a physical exam, which includes feeling your lymph nodes and examining your skin. The doctor may look for signs of injury around swollen lymph nodes. A biopsy and culture of the affected area may reveal the cause of the inflammation. A blood culture may be done to see if the infection has spread to the blood. Lymphangitis may spread within hours. Treatment should begin right away. Treatment may include: Antibiotics by mouth or IV (vein) to treat any infection Pain medicine to control pain Anti-inflammatory medicines to reduce inflammation and swelling Warm, moist compresses to reduce inflammation and pain Surgery may be needed to drain an abscess. Prompt treatment with antibiotics usually leads to a complete recovery. It may take weeks, or even months, for swelling to disappear. The amount of time it takes to recover depends on the cause. Health problems that may occur include: Abscess (collection of pus) Cellulitis (a skin infection) Sepsis (a general or bloodstream infection). Call your health care provider or go to the emergency room if you have symptoms of lymphangitis. Inflamed lymph vessels; Inflammation - lymph vessels; Infected lymph vessels; Infection - lymph vessels. Staphylococcal lymphangitis Staphylococcal lymphangitis. Pasternack MS, Swartz MN. Lymphadenitis and lymphangitis. |
| Lymphatic Diseases | ETDF | 140,350,930,11950,25540,35670,87500,93500,234250,527810 | Lymphatic disease is a class of disorders which directly affect the components of the lymphatic system. |
| Lymphatic Leukemia 1 | XTRA | 833 | Also see appropriate Cancer Leukemia programs. Other uses: Grippe Va 2, neuralgia, Rhodo Torula. |
| Lymphatic Leukemia 2 | XTRA | 478 | Also see appropriate Cancer Leukemia programs. |
| Lymphedema | ETDF | 120,350,930,7500,17500,35000,87500,93500,224940,497610 | Localized fluid retention and tissue swelling in lymphatic system. Frequently caused by conventional cancer treatments or parasite infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphedema : Lymphedema - self-care. When lymph builds up, it can cause an arm, leg, or other area of your body to swell and become painful. The disorder can be lifelong. Lymphedema may start 6 to 8 weeks after surgery or after radiation treatment for cancer. It can also start very slowly after your cancer treatment is over. You may not notice symptoms for 18 to 24 months after treatment. Sometimes it can take years to develop. Use your arm that has lymphedema for everyday activities, such as combing your hair, bathing, dressing, and eating. Rest this arm above the level of your heart 2 or 3 times a day while you are lying down. Stay lying down for 45 minutes. Rest your arm on pillows to keep it raised. Open and close your hand 15 to 25 times while you are lying down. Every day, clean the skin of your arm or leg that has lymphedema. Use lotion to keep your skin moist. Check your skin every day for any changes. Protect your skin from injuries, even small ones: Use only an electric razor for shaving underarms or legs. Wear gardening gloves and cooking gloves. Wear gloves when doing work around the house. Use a thimble when you sew. Be careful in the sun. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Use insect repellent. Avoid very hot or cold things, such as ice packs or heating pads. Stay out of hot tubs and saunas. Have blood draws, intravenous therapy (IVs), and shots in the non-effected arm or in another part of your body. Don't wear tight clothing or wrap anything tight on your arm or leg that has lymphedema. Take care of your feet: Cut your toenails straight across. If needed, see a podiatrist to prevent ingrown nails and infections. Keep your feet covered when you are outdoors. DO NOT walk barefoot. Keep your feet clean and dry. Wear cotton socks. Don't put too much pressure on your arm or leg with lymphedema: Don't sit in the same position for more than 30 minutes. Don't cross your legs while sitting. Wear loose jewelry. Wear clothes that do not have tight waistbands or cuffs. Where a bra that is supportive, but not too tight. If you carry a handbag, carry it with the unaffected arm. Don't use elastic support bandages or stockings with tight bands. Taking care of cuts and scratches: Wash wounds gently with soap and water. Apply an antibiotic cream or ointment to the area. Cover wounds with dry gauze or bandages, but don't wrap them tightly. Call your health care provider right away if you have an infection. Signs of infection include rash, red blotches, swelling, heat, pain, or fever. Taking care of burns: Place a cold pack or run cold water on a burn for 15 minutes. Then wash gently with soap and water. Put a clean, dry bandage over the burn. Call your provider right away if you have an infection. Living with lymphedema can be hard. Ask your provider about visiting a physical therapist who can teach you about: Ways to prevent lymphedema How diet and exercise affect lymphedema How to use massage techniques to decrease lymphedema If you are prescribed a compression sleeve: Wear the sleeve during the day. Remove it at night. Make sure you get the right size. Wear the sleeve when traveling by air. If possible, keep your arm above the level of your heart during long flights. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: New rashes or skin breaks that do not heal Feelings of tightness in your arm or leg Rings or shoes that become tighter Weakness in your arm or leg Pain, aching, or heaviness in the arm or leg Swelling that lasts longer than 1 to 2 weeks Signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or fever of 100.5 F (38 C) or higher. Breast cancer - self-care for lymphedema; Mastectomy - self-care for lymphedema. Merchant SJ, Chen SL. Prevention and management of lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. Breast J. 2015;21(3):276-284. PMID: 25772311 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25772311. National Cancer Institute website. Lymphedema (PDQ) - health professional version. www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/lymphedema/lymphedema-hp-pdq. Updated July 17, 2015. Accessed February 27, 2018. Breast cancer Breast lump removal Mastectomy. Breast radiation - discharge Chest radiation - discharge Surgical wound care - open. |
| Lymphedema | XTRA | 6.29,20,24.3,146,148,440,444,465,522,660,690,727.5,787,880,1865,3000,5000 | Localized fluid retention and tissue swelling in lymphatic system. Frequently caused by conventional cancer treatments or parasite infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphedema : Lymphedema - self-care. When lymph builds up, it can cause an arm, leg, or other area of your body to swell and become painful. The disorder can be lifelong. Lymphedema may start 6 to 8 weeks after surgery or after radiation treatment for cancer. It can also start very slowly after your cancer treatment is over. You may not notice symptoms for 18 to 24 months after treatment. Sometimes it can take years to develop. Use your arm that has lymphedema for everyday activities, such as combing your hair, bathing, dressing, and eating. Rest this arm above the level of your heart 2 or 3 times a day while you are lying down. Stay lying down for 45 minutes. Rest your arm on pillows to keep it raised. Open and close your hand 15 to 25 times while you are lying down. Every day, clean the skin of your arm or leg that has lymphedema. Use lotion to keep your skin moist. Check your skin every day for any changes. Protect your skin from injuries, even small ones: Use only an electric razor for shaving underarms or legs. Wear gardening gloves and cooking gloves. Wear gloves when doing work around the house. Use a thimble when you sew. Be careful in the sun. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Use insect repellent. Avoid very hot or cold things, such as ice packs or heating pads. Stay out of hot tubs and saunas. Have blood draws, intravenous therapy (IVs), and shots in the non-effected arm or in another part of your body. Don't wear tight clothing or wrap anything tight on your arm or leg that has lymphedema. Take care of your feet: Cut your toenails straight across. If needed, see a podiatrist to prevent ingrown nails and infections. Keep your feet covered when you are outdoors. DO NOT walk barefoot. Keep your feet clean and dry. Wear cotton socks. Don't put too much pressure on your arm or leg with lymphedema: Don't sit in the same position for more than 30 minutes. Don't cross your legs while sitting. Wear loose jewelry. Wear clothes that do not have tight waistbands or cuffs. Where a bra that is supportive, but not too tight. If you carry a handbag, carry it with the unaffected arm. Don't use elastic support bandages or stockings with tight bands. Taking care of cuts and scratches: Wash wounds gently with soap and water. Apply an antibiotic cream or ointment to the area. Cover wounds with dry gauze or bandages, but don't wrap them tightly. Call your health care provider right away if you have an infection. Signs of infection include rash, red blotches, swelling, heat, pain, or fever. Taking care of burns: Place a cold pack or run cold water on a burn for 15 minutes. Then wash gently with soap and water. Put a clean, dry bandage over the burn. Call your provider right away if you have an infection. Living with lymphedema can be hard. Ask your provider about visiting a physical therapist who can teach you about: Ways to prevent lymphedema How diet and exercise affect lymphedema How to use massage techniques to decrease lymphedema If you are prescribed a compression sleeve: Wear the sleeve during the day. Remove it at night. Make sure you get the right size. Wear the sleeve when traveling by air. If possible, keep your arm above the level of your heart during long flights. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: New rashes or skin breaks that do not heal Feelings of tightness in your arm or leg Rings or shoes that become tighter Weakness in your arm or leg Pain, aching, or heaviness in the arm or leg Swelling that lasts longer than 1 to 2 weeks Signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or fever of 100.5 F (38 C) or higher. Breast cancer - self-care for lymphedema; Mastectomy - self-care for lymphedema. Merchant SJ, Chen SL. Prevention and management of lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. Breast J. 2015;21(3):276-284. PMID: 25772311 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25772311. National Cancer Institute website. Lymphedema (PDQ) - health professional version. www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/lymphedema/lymphedema-hp-pdq. Updated July 17, 2015. Accessed February 27, 2018. Breast cancer Breast lump removal Mastectomy. Breast radiation - discharge Chest radiation - discharge Surgical wound care - open. |
| Lymphocytes Stimulate | XTRA | 2791,2855,2867,2929,3347,3448,4014,5611 | Type of white blood cell including T cells, B cells, and natural killer cells. Use in immune stimulation. |
| Lymphogranuloma | VEGA | 1522 | Also see Cancer Hodgkins Disease, and Hodgkins Disease. Other use: Salmonella. Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphogranuloma : Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) - Chlamydia trachomatis (intracellular G- bacteria; the L serotypes) Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphogranuloma : Lymphogranuloma venereum. Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a long-term (chronic) infection of the lymphatic system. It is caused by any of 3 different types (serovars) of the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. The bacteria are spread by sexual contact. The infection is not caused by the same bacteria that cause genital chlamydia. LGV is more common in Central and South America than in North America. LGV is more common in men than women. The main risk factor is being HIV-positive. Symptoms of LGV can begin a few days to a month after coming in contact with the bacteria. Symptoms include: Drainage through the skin from lymph nodes in the groin Painful bowel movements ( tenesmus ) Small painless sore on the male genitals or in the female genital tract Swelling and redness of the skin in the groin area Swelling of the labia (in women) Swollen groin lymph nodes on one or both sides; it may also affect lymph nodes around the rectum in people who have anal intercourse Blood or pus from the rectum ( blood in the stools ). The health care provider will examine you and ask about your medical and sexual history. Tell your provider if you had sexual contact with someone you think has had symptoms of LGV. A physical exam may show: An oozing, abnormal connection (fistula) in the rectal area A sore on the genitals Drainage through the skin from lymph nodes in the groin Swelling of the vulva or labia in women Swollen lymph nodes in the groin (inguinal lymphadenopathy ) Tests may include: Biopsy of the lymph node Blood test for the bacteria that causes LGV Laboratory test to detect chlamydia. LGV is treated with antibiotics, including doxycycline and erythromycin. With treatment, the outlook is good. Health problems that may result from LGV infection include: Abnormal connections between the rectum and vagina ( fistula ) Brain inflammation ( encephalitis - very rare) Infections in the joints, eyes, heart, or liver Long-term inflammation and swelling of the genitals Scarring and narrowing of the rectum Complications can occur many years after you are first infected. Call your provider if: You have been in contact with someone who may have a sexually transmitted infection, including LGV You develop symptoms of LGV. Not having any sexual activity is the only way to prevent a sexually transmitted infection. Safer sex behaviors may reduce the risk. The proper use of condoms, either the male or female type, greatly decreases the risk of catching a sexually transmitted infection. You need to wear the condom from the beginning to the end of each sexual activity. LGV; Lymphogranuloma inguinale; Lymphopathia venereum. Lymphatic system Lymphatic system. Batteiger BE, Tan M. Chlamydia trachomatis (trachoma, genital infections, perinatal infections, and lymphogranuloma venereum). |
| Lymphogranuloma 1 | XTRA | 263.11,334,552,1552,1566.4,1675,2008,2127,2385,2521,2655,2663,2787.5,3324,5013,5013.5,5020,5278,5318.8,5388.5,5575,6687.3,7037.5,7356,8020,8368.2,8610,8836.89,10025,10026,10027 | Also see Cancer Hodgkins Disease, and Hodgkins Disease. |
| Lymphogranuloma Inguinale | ETDF | 20,120,950,13390,22500,50000,60000,93500,234110,470210 | Lymphatic system disease caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis. |
| Lymphogranuloma Malignant | ETDF | 20,120,950,13390,22500,50000,60000,93500,234110,434870 | Now called Hodgkin Disease, and see Cancer Hodgkin Disease. |
| Lymphogranuloma Venereum LGV 1 | XTRA | 430,552,555.7,620,624,840,866,1111.4,1522,2213,2222 | Lymphatic system disease caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis. |
| Lymphogranuloma Venereum LGV 2 | XTRA | 479,620,940.1,942.89,1880.09,1885,9,3760.3,3771.69,4710.5,7520.5,7543.39 | Lymphatic system disease caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis. |
| Lymphogranuloma Venereum LGV 3 | XTRA | 430,479,552,555.7,620,624,940.1,942.89,1522,1880.09,1885.9,3760.3,3771.69,4710.5,7520.5,7543.39 | Lymphatic system disease caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis. |
| Lymphoma Non Hodgkins | XTRA | 574,588,666,778,1078,1120,1340,1440,1744,2004,2008,2012,2016,2128,3524,3672,3713,7760 | See B-Cell Lymphoma, and Cancer Lymphoma Non-Hodgkin's. Encyclopedia Entry for Lymphoma Non Hodgkins : Lymphoma Non Hodgkins. Can be caused by HIV and Simian Virus 40. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Lymphoproliferative Disorders | ETDF | 120,350,870,7500,25000,35680,87500,93500,234510,519340 | Several conditions where excess lymphocytes are produced - a sign of immune system compromise. |
| Lymphs and Detox | PROV | 10000,3177,3176,3175,880,787,751,727,676,635,625,522,465,444,440,304,148,146,15.2,15.05,10.36,10,7.83,6.3,2.5 | The lymphatic system is, essentially, a huge drainage network for the body. It keeps fluid levels in balance, removes foreign bodies from the bloodstream and protects against infections.Lymph Detox is designed to support healthy lymphatic drainage, detoxification and function. Lymph |
| Lysine Stimulate | XTRA | 391,782,1564.09,1950.5,3128.19,6256.39 | Amino acid necessary for production of protein. |
| Lysosomal Storage Diseases | ETDF | 80,410,950,2750,5500,15650,67500,192930,236420,585700 | Internal cell enzyme disorders disrupting metabolism. Also see Leukodystrophy Metachromatic. |
| Lyssavirus | XTRA | 20,120,547,660,690,727.5,787,793,808,880 | Genus of RNA viruses which includes Rabies. |
| Lyssinum | BIO | 547,793 | Homeopathic nosode for rabies. Also see Lyssavirus and Rabies programs. |
ALT consists of programs based on Ayurvedic knowledge and practice, solfeggios, and planetary frequencies.
BFB a collection of biofeedback scan results.
BIO is a collection of frequencies based on excellent Russian frequency research.
CAFL is the Consolidated Annotated Frequency List, amassed over years from the experience of Rife experimenters.
CUST consists of programs added by Spooky team members, plus those in your own personal database.
ETDFL is a collection of programs researched in bio resonance clinics in Germany.
HC is Dr. Hulda Clark’s database. Use with HC or KHZ (R) – JK preset.
KHZ is a collection of higher frequencies from Dr. Hulda Clark. Use with HC or KHZ (R) – JK preset.
PROV has produced consistent results in virtually all subjects it was used with.
RIFE is a collection of Dr. Royal Raymond Rife’s original frequencies.
VEGA is a collection of frequencies based on excellent Russian frequency research.
XTRA is a collection of programs from various sources, all chosen for their reputation for effectiveness.