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Kegel exercises can strengthen the pelvic muscles and ligaments to treat and prevent urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and

A potassium hydroxide (KOH) test is done to determine whether a fungus is causing a skin infection. Samples from an infected area

A spinal tap (lumbar puncture) is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal to measure the pressure and

The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a ring of muscle that forms a valve at the lower end of the esophagus where it joins the

A lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymph system, which is part of the body's immune system. The two main types of

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that is usually spread through water, food, or soil contaminated by the urine of infected

Lactase is an enzyme needed to convert milk sugar (lactose) into simple sugars that the body can use (glucose and galactose)

A lactation consultant or specialist is often a nurse who has been trained to teach and advise women about breastfeeding

Lactose intolerance is a problem that makes it hard to digest lactose. Lactose is a sugar found in dairy products. This condition

Language delay means that a child is not able to use words or other forms of communication to share thoughts and feelings at the