Laryngitis

 

Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx caused by an infection, or by over-use of the voice, or by irritation. What to look for hoarseness and loss of voice. pain when speaking. raw feeling... [Read More]

Lice

 

Lice are parasites that live by infesting humans and sucking their blood. There are several types of lice. What to look for head lice: intense itching on the scalp, especially behind the ears and at... [Read More]

Liver Cancer

 

What to look for… Like most cancers, liver cancer usually has no initial symptoms, but may eventually cause: pain, swelling, or tenderness in the upper right section of the abdomen. jaundice. body... [Read More]

Lung Cancer

 

What to look for… As with most cancers, lung cancer normally has no symptoms until it has spread significantly to other parts of the body. the ’smoker’s cough’. blood in mucus. recurring... [Read More]

Lupus

 

What to look for profound fatigue muscle or joint aches skin rash. sun sensitivity. weight loss.  nose, mouth, or throat ulcers. enlarged lymph nodes. poor circulation in fingers and... [Read More]

Lymphoma

 

What to look for… Hodgkin’s disease, one type of lymphoma, may cause no symptoms. When symptoms are present, they may include: swollen lymph nodes. fever, chills, night sweats, loss of... [Read More]

Kidney Stones

 

These are deposits that form in the kidney or bladder when substances which are normally dissolved in the urine turn into solids. What to look for sharp pain. nausea and vomiting. profuse sweating. blood... [Read More]

Kidney Infections

 

Occurs when bacteria or other infectious organisms enter the kidneys and cause infection. What to look for continuous pain that usually begins in the back above the waist and spreads down into the... [Read More]

Kidney Disease

 

Kidney disease a the inability of the kidneys to perform their normal functions. What to look for frequent thirst and urge to urinate. the passing of very small amounts of urine. swelling of the... [Read More]

Kidney Cancer

 

What to look for… reddish or cloudy urine. dull pain in the abdomen, back, or side. a mass or lump in the lower back that feels smooth and firm but does not necessarily hurt. intermittent... [Read More]