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Diseases and Medical Conditions S-U provides down-to-earth, comprehensive definitions of hundreds of ailments and illnesses beginning with the letters S-U. Each listing identifies causes, incidence and risk factors, notes symptoms, outlines tests and discusses treatments and support groups where applicable.

Featured Article:  Sturge-Weber Syndrome

Sturge-Weber Syndrome information from HowStuffWorks. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments of Sturge-Weber Syndrome. See more »

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves away from the middle or sideways. Learn about scoliosis causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Scoliosis - Resources

Scoliosis resources are listed below with information provided by the organization listed. See more scoliosis resources and non-profit organizations.

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Scrofula

Scrofula is a tuberculous infection of the skin of the neck most often from mycobacteria. Learn about scrofula causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Scrotal Masses

Scrotal masses are benign or malignant lumps that can be felt in the scrotum. Learn about scrotal mass causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Scurvy

Scurvy is a vitamin C deficiency causing weakness, anemia, gum disease and skin hemorrhages. Learn about scurvy causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder

Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a form of depression relating to the seasons. Learn about seasonal affective disorder causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Sebaceous Cyst

Sebaceous cyst is a closed sac below the skin with pasty or cheesy-looking secretions. Learn about sebaceous cyst causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Seborrheic Dermatitis

Dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin condition causing flaky scales. Learn about seborrheic dermatitis causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Seborrheic Keratosis

Seborrheic keratosis is the presence of benign wart-like skin growth. Learn about seborrheic keratosis causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Secondary Amenorrhea

Secondary amenorrhea is lack of periods for 6 or more months in a non-pregnant woman. Learn about secondary amenorrhea causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Secondary Aplastic Anemia

Secondary aplastic anemia is failure of the bone marrow to form enough of all blood cell types. Learn about secondary aplastic anemia causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Secondary hyperparathyroidism is excessive parathyroid hormone production due to low blood calcium levels. Learn about secondary parathyroidism causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Secondary Parkinsonism

Secondary parkinsonism is a disorder with Parkinson’s disease symptoms but caused by medication, illness or other disorder. Learn about secondary parkinsonism causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Secondary Systemic Amyloidosis

Secondary systemic amyloid occurs when insoluble fiber protein deposits impair muscle and organ functions. Learn about secondary systemic amyloid causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Selective Deficiency Of IgA

Selective Deficiency Of IgA information from HowStuffWorks. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments of Selective Deficiency Of IgA.

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Selective Mutism

Selective Mutism information from HowStuffWorks. Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments of Selective Mutism.

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Senile Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy

Senile cerebral amyloid angiopathy is amyloid protein deposits in the walls of the brain arteries. Learn about senile cerebral amyloid angiopathy causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy

Sensorimotor polyneuropathy is a decrease in movement or sensation due to nerve damage. Learn about sensorimotor polyneuropathy causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is a developmental stage causing anxiety in a child separated from the primary care giver. Learn about separation anxiety causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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Sepsis

Sepsis or SIRS is a sever illness caused by bacterial infection that can cause hyperventilation, low blood pressure and shock. Learn about sepsis causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

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