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Shoulder Separation

Definition of Shoulder Separation"Separation" of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, where the end of the collarbone meets the shoulder blade, is actually a sprain of the ligaments that connect the two bones. "Separation" is an old medical term that has been...


Sialogram

Illustrations Alternative names Definition How the test is performed How to prepare for the test How the test will feel Why the test is performed What abnormal results mean What the risks are Illustrations Sialography ...


Sick sinus syndrome

Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention Alternative names    ...


Sickle Cell Anemia

Definition of Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disease which can cause episodes of pain, damage to vital organs, and for some, death in childhood or early adulthood. Its effects vary greatly from one person to another, and from on...


Sickle cell anemia

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention Illustrati...


Sickle cell anemia - resources

Alternative names Information Alternative names    Resources - sickle cell anemia Information    Return to top The following organizations are good resources for information on sickl...


Sickle cell test

Illustrations Alternative names Definition How the test is performed How to prepare for the test How the test will feel Why the test is performed Normal Values What abnormal results mean What the risks are Special considerations ...


SIDS - resources

Illustrations Alternative names Information Illustrations Support group counselors Alternative names    Return to top Resources - SIDS Information    Return to top Th...


Sigmoidoscopy

Illustrations Alternative names Definition How the test is performed How to prepare for the test How the test will feel Why the test is performed Normal Values What abnormal results mean What the risks are Illustrations ...


Silicosis

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention References ...


Silicosis - acute

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention Illustrations Res...


Simian crease

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Considerations Common Causes What to expect at your health care provider's office Illustrations Simian crease Alternative names    Return to top Si...


Sinuses X-ray

Illustrations Alternative names Definition How the test is performed How to prepare for the test How the test will feel Why the test is performed What abnormal results mean What the risks are Special considerations Illustration...


Sinusitis

Definition of SinusitisSinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses. It is usually caused by infection (bacterial or viral), but can also be caused by allergic reactions or other responses to environmental agents.Description of SinusitisThe sinuses ar...


Sinusitis

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention Illustrations Sin...


Sinusitis - chronic

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention Illustrations Sin...


Sitz bath

Illustrations Definition Illustrations Episiotomy aftercare Definition    Return to top A sitz bath is a warm-water bath taken in the sitting position that covers only the hips and buttocks. It m...


Sjogren syndrome

Illustrations Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Illustrations Antibodies Definition &n...


Skeletal limb abnormalities

Illustrations Definition Considerations Common Causes Home Care Call your health care provider if What to expect at your health care provider's office Illustrations Skeleton The skeleton (lateral view) Defini...


Skin - abnormally dark or light

Illustrations Alternative names Definition Considerations Common Causes Home Care Call your health care provider if What to expect at your health care provider's office Illustrations Vitiligo, drug induced Vitilig...



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