Sinusitis
Inflammation of the sinuses, the air-filled spaces in the skull that are connected to the nasal passages, potentially causing headache, congestion, and other symptoms affecting respiratory health.
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Sigmoidoscopy
A diagnostic or therapeutic procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light on the end to examine or perform surgery on the lower part of the large intestine.
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Shock
A life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s organs and tissues are not receiving enough oxygen and nutrients.
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Serology
The study of blood serum and its components, including antibodies, antigens, and other proteins.
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Septicemia
A serious bacterial infection in the blood, which can cause sepsis and potential organ failure if left untreated.
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Sepsis
A potentially life-threatening condition caused by a systemic infection, leading to inflammation and potential damage or failure of various organs or systems throughout the body.
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Seizure
A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain, which can cause changes in behavior, sensation, and consciousness, and potentially lead to injury or death.
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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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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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Sclerosis
A hardening or thickening of tissue, often as a result of inflammation.
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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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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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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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Rosacea
A chronic skin condition characterized by redness, flushing, and acne-like bumps on the face, often associated with underlying factors affecting skin health.
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Rheumatology
The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases, including arthritis and other conditions affecting the joints and connective tissue.
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Rheumatoid arthritis
An autoimmune disorder that causes chronic inflammation and damage to the joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness.
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Rheumatoid
A chronic autoimmune disease characterized by joint inflammation and pain.
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Retinopathy
Damage to the blood vessels in the retina, potentially causing vision loss or other visual disturbances, often associated with underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
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Resuscitation
The process of reviving someone who has stopped breathing or whose heart has stopped beating.
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Respiration
The process of breathing, which involves the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the environment.
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Renal failure
A condition in which the kidneys are no longer able to function properly, potentially causing buildup of waste products and fluid in the body, and potentially leading to various health problems affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, and other systems.
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Renal
Relating to the kidneys.
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