Labored Breathing(Kussmaul) Spasmatic respiratory attack (paroxysmal) of forced deep breathing characteristic of diabetic ketoacidosis or other causes of acidosis.
Lactoic AcidosisAccumulation of excessive lactic acid in the blood resulting in muscles burning glucose instead of oxygen.
laser surgeryA surgical procedure that uses the cutting power of a laser beam to make bloodless cuts in tissue or to remove a surface lesion such as a tumor.
Latent Diabetes(Chemical Diabetes) A mild form of diabetes mellitus in which the person displays no overt symptoms, but displays certain abnormal responses to diagnostic…
LDL (or low-density lipoprotein )A combined protein and fatlike substance. Rich in cholesterol, it tends to stick to the walls in the arteries. Sometimes called "bad cholesterol."
Lethargy(LEH-thur-jee) A condition marked by drowsiness and an unusual lack of energy and mental alertness.
low blood glucoseA condition that occurs in people with diabetes when their blood glucose levels are too low.