Sarcoidosis
A chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by the formation of granulomas in various organs and tissues throughout the body, potentially leading to organ damage or failure.
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Sarcoma
A type of cancer that begins in the connective tissue or supportive tissues of the body, potentially affecting various organs or tissues.
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Scleroderma
A group of autoimmune disorders characterized by hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues, potentially affecting various organs or systems throughout the body.
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Sclerosis
A hardening or thickening of tissue, often as a result of inflammation.
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Sclerotherapy
A medical procedure used to treat varicose veins, in which a solution is injected into the affected veins, causing them to shrink and eventually disappear.
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Sedation
The process of using medication to help a patient relax or sleep during a medical procedure or surgery.
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Probiotic
A live microorganism that can have a beneficial effect on the body, such as promoting digestive health or boosting the immune system.
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Prognosis
The predicted outcome of a disease or condition.
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Prognostic
A prediction of the likely outcome of a disease or condition based on various factors, such as the stage of the disease, the patient’s age and overall health, and the response to treatment.
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Prophylaxis
A preventive treatment or measure used to prevent the spread of disease or infection.
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Psychiatry
The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness.
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Psychologist
A healthcare professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders.
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Psychosis
A serious mental health condition characterized by a loss of contact with reality, often accompanied by delusions and hallucinations.
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Psychotherapy
A form of treatment for mental health disorders that involves talking with a trained therapist to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and develop coping skills and strategies.
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Pulmonary
Relating to the lungs.
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Pulmonary embolism
A blockage of the pulmonary artery or its branches, usually caused by a blood clot that has traveled from another part of the body.
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Pulmonary function test
A diagnostic test that measures lung function by evaluating how much air a patient can inhale and exhale, and how well oxygen is delivered to the body.
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Pulmonology
The branch of medicine that deals with the respiratory system and its disorders.
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Q fever
A bacterial infection caused by Coxiella burnetii, often transmitted from animals to humans, which can cause flu-like symptoms and potentially lead to complications affecting various organs or systems.
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QRS complex
The part of an electrocardiogram (ECG) that represents ventricular depolarization, or the electrical activity of the heart as it contracts.
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Quinine
A medication used to treat malaria, as well as other conditions such as leg cramps and nocturnal leg cramps, potentially causing side effects such as headache, dizziness, and vision disturbances.
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Quinsy
An abscess that forms in the tonsils, potentially causing severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and other complications.
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