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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Rehabilitation
A process of therapy and treatment that helps patients recover from illness, injury, or disability and regain function and independence.
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Raynaud’s phenomenon
A condition characterized by narrowing of the blood vessels in the fingers and toes, potentially causing pain, numbness, and other symptoms affecting circulation and skin health.
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Radiotherapy
A type of cancer treatment that uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells.
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Radiopharmaceutical
A radioactive drug used in nuclear medicine to diagnose or treat disease.
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Radiology
The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases using medical imaging techniques, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans.
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Radiologist
A doctor who specializes in the interpretation of medical imaging tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans.
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Radiation therapy
A medical treatment that uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors, often used in conjunction with other treatments such as chemotherapy or surgery.
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Radiation sickness
A range of symptoms and health effects caused by exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation, potentially causing damage to various organs or systems.
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Radiation oncology
A medical specialty that focuses on the use of radiation to treat cancer and other medical conditions.
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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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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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