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"LPAI" is more commonly referred to as "Low Pathogenic form of Avian Influenza" in the medical community. Low Pathogenic form of Avian Influenza
The most common form of avian influenza (bird flu). It causes few if any clinical signs in infected birds and is considered to pose no risk to human health. More Information on Low Pathogenic form of Avian Influenza: Cold & Flu Basics
"LPD" is more commonly referred to as "Lymphoproliferative Disorders" in the medical community. Lymphoproliferative Disorders
Also Known As: "CLPD, Acute Lymphoproliferative Disorders, Chronic Lymphoproliferative Disorders, ALPD"
Conditions in which the body lymphatic cells grow, are overproduced or act abnormally. It can be chronic or acute. While not a form of cancer, these disorders are often treated the same as cancers of the lymphatic system. More Information on Lymphoproliferative Disorders: Lymphoma (Hodgkin's & Non)
"LQTS" is more commonly referred to as "Long QT Syndrome" in the medical community. Long QT Syndrome
Also Known As: "Inherited Long QT Syndrome, Romano-Ward Syndrome"
Long QT syndrome (LQTS) is a rare, usually inherited and sometimes fatal disorder of the heart's electrical system. It may lead to a rapid heartbeat in times of stress, fear or anger, which can cause fainting or even cardiac arrest. More Information on Long QT Syndrome: Arrhythmia
"LSIL" is more commonly referred to as "Cervical Dysplasia" in the medical community. Cervical Dysplasia
Also Known As: "Low Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion, Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion, Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia, SIL, CIN"
The presence of abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix. A precancerous condition that can lead to cervical cancer if untreated. More Information on Cervical Dysplasia: Vaginal & Cervical Health
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