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- SDAT
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"SDAT" is more commonly referred to as "Alzheimer's Disease" in the medical community.
Alzheimer's Disease
Also Known As: "Senile Dementia Alzheimer's Type"
A progressive disease that destroys brain cells, resulting in mental deterioration, disorientation and changes in personality and behavior. It usually begins with short-term memory loss and confusion and can progress to impair all mental function.
More Information on Alzheimer's Disease: Alzheimer's & Dementia
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- SDB
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"SDB" is more commonly referred to as "Sleep Apnea" in the medical community.
Sleep Apnea
Also Known As: "Sleep Disordered Breathing, Apnea, Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea"
A disorder in which a person's breathing stops and starts many times during sleep. The interruptions last from 10 seconds to two minutes. It is linked to some degree with coronary artery disease, hypertension, heart failure and stroke.
More Information on Sleep Apnea: Sleep
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- SEA Syndrome
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Also Known As: "Seronegativity Enthesopathy Arthropathy Syndrome"
A condition in which children have signs and symptoms of juvenile spondyloarthropathy (a type of juvenile arthritis that involves the spine as well as the tendons) but who cannot be classified into one of the common subtypes of the disease.
More Information on SEA Syndrome: Arthritis
- + Seafood Allergies
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- Seafood Allergies
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Also Known As: "Fish Allergies, Shellfish Allergies"
An adverse reaction to eating seafood (fish and/or shellfish). It is the third most common form of food allergy. Symptoms range from mild (e.g., stomach upset, hives, itching, nasal congestion) to severe (e.g., difficulty breathing).
More Information on Seafood Allergies: Food Allergy & Intolerance
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- Sealants
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Also Known As: "Dental Sealants"
Thin, plastic resin film painted on the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars. It prevents bacteria from attacking the enamel and causing cavities. Protection lasts for at least five years and may extend to 10 years.
More Information on Sealants: Tooth Decay & Damage
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- Seasickness
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"Seasickness" is more commonly referred to as "Motion Sickness" in the medical community.
Motion Sickness
Also Known As: "Airsickness, Carsickness"
Dizziness and nausea caused by disorientation and sudden direction changes.
More Information on Motion Sickness: Pediatric Signs & Symptoms
- + Seasonal Affective Disorder
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- Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Also Known As: "SAD"
Depression that occurs on a seasonal basis, most often in winter. The cause is unknown but may be related to body temperature, hormone regulation and ambient light. Treatments may include antidepressants and light therapy.
More Information on Seasonal Affective Disorder: Depression & Bipolar
- + Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
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- Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
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"Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis" is more commonly referred to as "Allergic Conjunctivitis" in the medical community.
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Also Known As: "Allergic Rhinoconjunctivitis, Hay Fever Conjunctivitis, Eye Allergy, Perennial Allergic Conjunctivitis"
Inflammation of the conjunctiva, the tissue lining the inside of the eyelid, caused by an allergic reaction. Can be seasonal (occurring at certain times of the year) or perennial (year-round).
More Information on Allergic Conjunctivitis: Eye Conditions
- + Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
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- Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
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"Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis" is more commonly referred to as "Allergic Rhinitis" in the medical community.
Allergic Rhinitis
Also Known As: "Hay Fever, Sporadic Allergic Rhinitis, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis"
Inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the nose due to an allergic reaction to pollen, dust or other airborne substances. Seasonal rhinitis (also called hay fever) is more common, but allergic rhinitis can also be perennial (year round).
More Information on Allergic Rhinitis: Nose & Throat
- + Seasonal Allergies
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- Seasonal Allergies
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An allergic reaction caused by exposure to an allergen that is only present during certain times of the year. People sensitive to these allergens experience symptoms only during certain seasons.
More Information on Seasonal Allergies: Outdoor Allergies
- + Seasonal Flu
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- Seasonal Flu
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"Seasonal Flu" is more commonly referred to as "Flu" in the medical community.
Flu
Also Known As: "Influenza, Grippe"
An acute viral infection that affects the respiratory tract. Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, headache, fever and fatigue.
More Information on Flu: Cold & Flu Basics
- + Seatworm
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- Seatworm
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"Seatworm" is more commonly referred to as "Pinworm Infection" in the medical community.
Pinworm Infection
Also Known As: "Threadworm, Enterobiasis, Enterobius Vermicularis Infection"
A parasitic infection by a small, white intestinal worm called Enterobius vermicularis that lives in the human rectum. Females exit the anus and deposit eggs on the surrounding skin.
More Information on Pinworm Infection: Infectious Disease Basics
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- Sebaceous Glands
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Glands in the skin that secrete oil to the skin surface. This helps keep the skin supple. Excessive production of oil by these glands can lead to acne.
More Information on Sebaceous Glands: Perspiration & Chafing
- + Seborrheic Dermatitis
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- Seborrheic Dermatitis
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A skin condition marked by loose, greasy or dry, white to yellowish scales. It is sometimes also associated with reddened skin. Also known as cradle cap when it affects the scalp of infants.
More Information on Seborrheic Dermatitis: Dermatitis, Eczema & Hives
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- Seborrheic Eczema
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A chronic skin disease associated with seborrhea (excessive oiliness of the face and scalp) and greasy scales on the scalp, eyelids or other parts of the skin.
More Information on Seborrheic Eczema: Dermatitis, Eczema & Hives
- + Seborrheic Keratoses
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- Seborrheic Keratoses
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Raised growths on the skin that may appear individually or in clusters of dozens. They usually form as light tan growths that become dark brown or nearly black, and may be tiny oval spots or long patterns on the torso.
More Information on Seborrheic Keratoses: Skin Growths
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- Sebum
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Oily, lubricating substance secreted by sebaceous glands in the skin. Made up of fat (lipids) and the debris of dead fat-producing cells, it lubricates the skin and seals in moisture. Too much sebum can lead to acne and other skin disorders.
More Information on Sebum: Acne & Blemish
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- Second Degree Burn
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A type of burn that affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis) as well as the dermis (the layer beneath the epidermis). It causes, pain, redness, swelling and blistering at the site of the burn.
More Information on Second Degree Burn: Skin & Hair Basics
- + Second Degree Heart Block
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- Second Degree Heart Block
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"Second Degree Heart Block" is more commonly referred to as "Heart Block" in the medical community.
Heart Block
Also Known As: "Third Degree Heart Block, Atrioventricular Block, First Degree Heart Block, Complete Heart Block, Movitz AV Block, AV Block, Complete AV Block"
The delayed or complete lack of electrical communication between the heart's upper chambers and lower chambers. This causes abnormally slow heart rhythms. It may be classified by the extent that electrical activity is disrupted.
More Information on Heart Block: Arrhythmia
- + Second Impact Syndrome
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- Second Impact Syndrome
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A condition that occurs when someone experiences a second head injury before symptoms have cleared from a previous head injury. It is common in athletes who return to play too soon after a concussion.
More Information on Second Impact Syndrome: Head & Spine Injury
- + Second Metatarsal Osteochondrosis
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- Second Metatarsal Osteochondrosis
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"Second Metatarsal Osteochondrosis" is more commonly referred to as "Freiberg Disease" in the medical community.
Freiberg Disease
Also Known As: "Freiberg Infraction, Kohler Second Disease"
Osteochondrosis (degeneration of ossification center in a bone) of the head of the second metatarsal (between foot and ankle) bone. It can cause pain and tenderness.
More Information on Freiberg Disease: Arm & Leg Pain
- + Second Opinion
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- Second Opinion
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"Second Opinion" is more commonly referred to as "Getting a Second Opinion" in the medical community.
Getting a Second Opinion
A second opinion can be very valuable in non-emergency situations and may even be required by your insurance company before treatment will be covered.
More Information on Getting a Second Opinion: Healthcare Basics
- + Secondary Acute Peritonitis
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- Secondary Acute Peritonitis
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"Secondary Acute Peritonitis" is more commonly referred to as "Peritonitis" in the medical community.
Peritonitis
Also Known As: "Primary Acute Peritonitis, Acute Peritonitis, Chronic Peritonitis, Postoperative Peritonitis"
Inflammation or irritation of the peritoneum, the lining of the abdominal cavity.
More Information on Peritonitis: Abdominal Pain
- + Secondary Amenorrhea
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- Secondary Amenorrhea
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"Secondary Amenorrhea" is more commonly referred to as "Amenorrhea" in the medical community.
Amenorrhea
Also Known As: "Absent Menstruation, Dietary Amenorrhea, Absent Periods, Primary Amenorrhea, Emotional Amenorrhea, Absent Menses, Ovarian Amenorrhea"
Absence of menstruation. This may be normal, such as before puberty, during pregnancy and lactation and after menopause. Or, it may be caused by congenital abnormalities, anorexia, endocrine disorders, hormonal imbalances or metabolic conditions.
More Information on Amenorrhea: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Secondary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
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"Secondary Central Nervous System Lymphoma" is more commonly referred to as "Central Nervous System Lymphoma" in the medical community.
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Also Known As: "Diffuse Histiocytic Lymphoma, CNS Lymphoma, CNSL, Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma, Reticulum Cell Sarcoma"
Cancer of the lymph cells (types of white blood cells) of the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). It can be primary (originating within CNS cells) or secondary (spreading to CNS cells from other body systems).
More Information on Central Nervous System Lymphoma: Brain & Nerve Cancer
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- Secondary Diabetes
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A term used to describe diabetes that is caused by another factor, such as another disease, medication usage or chemical exposure.
More Information on Secondary Diabetes: Diabetes & Endocrine Basics
- + Secondary Empty Sella Syndrome
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- Secondary Empty Sella Syndrome
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"Secondary Empty Sella Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Empty Sella Syndrome" in the medical community.
Empty Sella Syndrome
Also Known As: "Primary Empty Sella Syndrome"
A disorder involving the sella turcica (bone that houses the pituitary gland). Primary is marked by obesity and high blood pressure in women. Secondary is marked by ceasing of menstrual periods, infertility and intolerance to stress and infection.
More Information on Empty Sella Syndrome: Diabetes & Endocrine Basics
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- Secondary Headaches
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"Secondary Headaches" is more commonly referred to as "Headaches" in the medical community.
Headaches
Also Known As: "Primary Headaches, Cephalalgia"
Pain in the head that occurs due to muscle contractions, blood vessel constrictions or other causes. It may be primary (e.g., migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches) or secondary (caused by other factors, such as injury or infection).
More Information on Headaches: Headache & Migraine
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- Secondary Hypertension
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"Secondary Hypertension" is more commonly referred to as "Types of High Blood Pressure" in the medical community.
Types of High Blood Pressure
Also Known As: "Renovascular Hypertension, Systematic Hypertension, Hypertensive Encephalopathy"
There are a number of different types of high blood pressure (hypertension), including primary, secondary, renovascular, labile, malignant and resistant.
More Information on Types of High Blood Pressure: Blood Pressure
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- Secondary Prevention
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Preventing illness from becoming more severe or spreading through early diagnosis and prompt treatment.
- + Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
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- Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
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"Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension" is more commonly referred to as "Pulmonary Hypertension" in the medical community.
Pulmonary Hypertension
Also Known As: "PAH, Ayerza Syndrome, Primary Pulmonary Hypertension, Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension"
High blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Primary PH has no known cause. Secondary PH is caused by an underlying heart condition, lung disease or pulmonary embolism. PH can result in right-side heart failure (cor pulmonale) over time.
More Information on Pulmonary Hypertension: Breathing & Lung
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- Secondhand Smoke
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Also Known As: "Passive Smoke"
Smoke that is exhaled by people smoking cigarettes. It can lead to many problems in children, including lung infections and asthma.
More Information on Secondhand Smoke: Smoking & Tobacco
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- Secretin
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A hormone produced in the duodenum that signals the stomach to make pepsin, the liver to make bile and the pancreas to make digestive juices.
More Information on Secretin: Digestive Health Basics
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- Secretin Stimulation Test
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A test in which the hormone secretin is inserted into the small intestine through a tube from the nose to stimulate the production of intestinal fluid. A fluid sample is removed for analysis. Low digestive enzyme levels may indicate pancreas disease.
More Information on Secretin Stimulation Test: Digestive Lab Tests
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- Secretory Diarrhea
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Diarrhea that occurs when water is secreted into colon, often associated with bacterial infection.
More Information on Secretory Diarrhea: IBS & Bowel Function
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- Secretory Otitis Media
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"Secretory Otitis Media" is more commonly referred to as "Otitis Media with Effusion" in the medical community.
Otitis Media with Effusion
Also Known As: "Nonsuppurative Otitis Media"
Inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media) without infection, accompanied by a buildup of fluid (effusion).
More Information on Otitis Media with Effusion: Ear Conditions
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- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
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"Secundum Atrial Septal Defect" is more commonly referred to as "Atrial Septal Defect" in the medical community.
Atrial Septal Defect
Also Known As: "ASD, Septal Defect, Primum Atrial Septal Defect"
A heart defect involving a hole in the wall (septum) between the two atria. This causes blood to leak from the left to the right atrium, putting strain on the right side of the heart. May be tolerated well, or may lead to serious consequences.
More Information on Atrial Septal Defect: Pediatric Heart
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- Sed Rate
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Also Known As: "ESR, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate"
A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sed Rate: Blood Tests
- + Sedatives & Hypnotics
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- Sedatives & Hypnotics
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Medications used to calm patients who suffer from dental anxiety. They are often used before or during treatment. They belong to several drugs classes
More Information on Sedatives & Hypnotics: Oral Medications
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- Sedimentation Rate
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Also Known As: "ESR, Sed Rate, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate"
A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sedimentation Rate: Blood Tests
- + Sedimentation Rate & Allergies, Asthma
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- Sedimentation Rate & Allergies, Asthma
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A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sedimentation Rate & Allergies, Asthma: Allergy & Asthma Tests
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- Sedimentation Rate & Cancer
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A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sedimentation Rate & Cancer: Cancer Lab Tests
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- Sedimentation Rate & Pain Disorders
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A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sedimentation Rate & Pain Disorders: Pain Lab Tests
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- Sedimentation Rate & Skin Disorders
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A blood test that is used to diagnose disease or inflammation in the body. Erythrocytes are mature red blood cells. ESR is a measurement of how long those cells take to separate from plasma (the liquid part of blood) within a specific time period.
More Information on Sedimentation Rate & Skin Disorders: Skin Lab Tests
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- Sedlackova Syndrome
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"Sedlackova Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Shprintzen Syndrome" in the medical community.
Shprintzen Syndrome
Also Known As: "VCF, VCFS, Velocardiofacial Sydrome, Velofacial Hypoplasia"
A type of multiple congenital anomaly/mental retardation (MCA/MR) syndrome that includes multiple birth defects of the heart. Ventricular septal defect, atrial septal defect, tetralogy of Fallot, truncus arteriosus and other defects may be present.
More Information on Shprintzen Syndrome: Pediatric Heart
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- Seed Implantation
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"Seed Implantation" is more commonly referred to as "Brachytherapy" in the medical community.
Brachytherapy
Also Known As: "Radioactive Implant, Interstitial Radiation, Implant Radiation, Internal Radiation"
A type of radiation therapy in which a burst of radiation is introduced directly into a tumor to shrink or close the growth.
More Information on Brachytherapy: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
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- Segawa's Dystonia
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A variant of dopa-responsive dystonia (sustained muscle contractions leading to twisting movements that can be successfully treated with medication). Symptoms may occur during the day, but worsen in the evenings of after exericse.
More Information on Segawa's Dystonia: Movement Disorders
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- Segmental Breast Excision
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"Segmental Breast Excision" is more commonly referred to as "Lumpectomy" in the medical community.
Lumpectomy
Also Known As: "Limited Breast Surgery, Breast Conservation Therapy, Tylectomy, Breast Sparing Surgery, Breast Conservation Surgery, Partial Mastectomy, Segmental Mastectomy"
Surgical removal of the cancerous tissue within the breast without removing any other part of the breast. It may also include removal of the lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla).
More Information on Lumpectomy: Breast Cancer
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- Segmental Cystectomy
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"Segmental Cystectomy" is more commonly referred to as "Cystectomy" in the medical community.
Cystectomy
Also Known As: "Complete Cystectomy, Partial Cystectomy, Bladder Cystectomy"
Surgical removal of part (partial or segmental cystectomy) or all (complete cystectomy) of the bladder.
More Information on Cystectomy: Kidney, Liver & Urinary Cancer
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- Segmental Dystonia
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A type of dystonia (sustained muscle contractions leading to twisting movements and abnormal posture) that affects two or more adjacent parts of the body.
More Information on Segmental Dystonia: Movement Disorders
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- Segmental Mastectomy
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"Segmental Mastectomy" is more commonly referred to as "Lumpectomy" in the medical community.
Lumpectomy
Also Known As: "Limited Breast Surgery, Breast Conservation Therapy, Tylectomy, Breast Sparing Surgery, Breast Conservation Surgery, Partial Mastectomy, Segmental Breast Excision"
Surgical removal of the cancerous tissue within the breast without removing any other part of the breast. It may also include removal of the lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla).
More Information on Lumpectomy: Breast Cancer
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- Segmental Vitiligo
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A form of vitiligo (a disorder that results in damage to and loss of melanocytes, the cells that control the skin's natural color or pigment) in which patches occur on one side of the body only.
More Information on Segmental Vitiligo: Skin Discoloration
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- Segmentation
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The manner by which the intestinal muscles move food and wastes through the body.
More Information on Segmentation: Digestive Health Basics
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- Seizure
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A disturbance in the electrical activity of the brain, frequently resulting in sudden, involuntary muscle movements. Seizures may be provoked by trauma, infection, tumors and other causes. Unprovoked seizures are often associated with epilepsy.
More Information on Seizure: Epilepsy & Seizure
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- Seizure Disorder
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"Seizure Disorder" is more commonly referred to as "Epilepsy" in the medical community.
Epilepsy
A brain disorder in which neurons signal abnormally. This can cause strange sensations, emotions and behavior, as well as convulsions, muscle spasms and loss of consciousness. Two or more seizures must occur before epilepsy is diagnosed.
More Information on Epilepsy: Epilepsy & Seizure
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- Seizure Disorders
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Pathologic conditions caused by sudden episodes of uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain. The best known of these is epilepsy.
More Information on Seizure Disorders: Epilepsy & Seizure
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- Seizure Medications
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Also Known As: "Epilepsy Medications, Anti Seizure Medication, Anti Epileptic Medication"
Medications that prevent, reduce or stop convulsions or seizures. They are sometimes used to treat other conditions, such as depression.
More Information on Seizure Medications: Epilepsy & Seizure
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- Seizures in Children
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A disturbance in the electrical activity of the brain, frequently resulting in sudden, involuntary muscle movements or convulsions. They are typically short and do not pose long-term health risks. Children are at higher risk.
More Information on Seizures in Children: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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- Selected Vegetables
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Also Known As: "Sun's Soup, Cancer Soup"
Blends of vegetables known to have anticancer or immune-boosting properties that may be sold as dietary supplements. No clinical evidence is yet available to support the use of these substances in cancer treatment.
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- Selective Amnesia
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A loss of memory for some events but not for other events that occur during the same time period.
More Information on Selective Amnesia: Cognitive & Related Disorders
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- Selective Bleaching
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Bleaching a single discolored tooth or a few discolored teeth to match the surrounding teeth.
More Information on Selective Bleaching: Dental Bleaching & Appearance
- + Selective Breeding
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- Selective Breeding
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Breeding an animal or plant that has a desirable trait with another. The goal is to ensure that desirable traits are passed to the next generation.
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- Selective Denervation
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A procedure to cut nerves that supply the specific group of muscles associated with a patient's cervical dystonia. Once the nerves have been cut, the muscle or group of muscles weaken permanently. It cannot be reversed.
More Information on Selective Denervation: Movement Disorders
- + Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator
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- Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator
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Also Known As: "SERM"
A hormone-like medication that acts like estrogen on some body tissues but blocks the effects of estrogen on other tissues (e.g., the cancer medication tamoxifen).
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- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
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"Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors" is more commonly referred to as "SSRIs" in the medical community.
SSRIs
Also Known As: "SSRI Medications, SSRI Drugs"
Newer antidepressants that appear to block reabsorption of serotonin by certain brain nerve cells, thus enhancing neurotransmission and improving mood.
More Information on SSRIs: Psychiatric Medications
- + Selegiline
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- Selegiline
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A monoamine oxidase B inhibitor that helps conserve dopamine in the brain by blocking the enzyme (MAO-B) responsible for dopamine degradation. It is used to treat illnesses such as early-stage Parkinson's disease and senile dementia.
More Information on Selegiline: Movement Disorders
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- Selenium
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An essential dietary mineral. It helps maintain tissue elasticity and activates an antioxidant enzyme called glutathione peroxidase that may help protect the body from cancer.
More Information on Selenium: Minerals
- + Selenium Deficiency
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- Selenium Deficiency
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A condition in which the body is not getting enough of the mineral selenium. It may cause heart disease, hypothyroidism and a weakened immune system. It is rare in humans, but more likely in countries where selenium soil content is low.
More Information on Selenium Deficiency: Minerals
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- Self Abuse
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Also Known As: "Self Injurious Behavior, Self Harm"
Deliberate, repetitive, impulsive, non-lethal harming of one's own body. It includes actions such as cutting, burning and hair-pulling. The behaviors pose serious risks and are usually the sign of a mental disorder.
More Information on Self Abuse: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
- + Self Esteem
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- Self Esteem
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A person's sense of his or her value or worth.
More Information on Self Esteem: Self Esteem & Motivation
- + Self Harm
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- Self Harm
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Also Known As: "Self Abuse, Self Injurious Behavior"
Deliberate, repetitive, impulsive, non-lethal harming of one's own body. It includes actions such as cutting, burning and hair-pulling. The behaviors pose serious risks and are usually the sign of a mental disorder.
More Information on Self Harm: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
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- Self Inflicted Diarrhea
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"Self Inflicted Diarrhea" is more commonly referred to as "Factitious Diarrhea" in the medical community.
Factitious Diarrhea
Diarrhea that has been voluntarily induced, usually by laxatives. This may be done to control body weight or gain attention.
More Information on Factitious Diarrhea: Eating Disorders
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- Self Injurious Behavior
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Also Known As: "Self Harm, Self Abuse"
Deliberate, repetitive, impulsive, non-lethal harming of one's own body. It includes actions such as cutting, burning and hair-pulling. The behaviors pose serious risks and are usually the sign of a mental disorder.
More Information on Self Injurious Behavior: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
- + Self Injury
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- Self Injury
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Also Known As: "Self Injurious Behavior, Self Harm, Self Abuse"
Deliberate, repetitive, impulsive, non-lethal harming of one's own body. It includes actions such as cutting, burning and hair-pulling. The behaviors pose serious risks and are usually the sign of a mental disorder.
More Information on Self Injury: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
- + Self Invalidation
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- Self Invalidation
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The rejection, judgment or diminishment of one's own thoughts or feelings as foolish, worthless or wrong. Often occurs in environments where the individual has experienced prolong invalidation from others.
- + Self Monitoring of Blood Glucose
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- Self Monitoring of Blood Glucose
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"Self Monitoring of Blood Glucose" is more commonly referred to as "Glucose Monitoring" in the medical community.
Glucose Monitoring
Also Known As: "Blood Glucose Monitoring, Blood Sampling Devices, Home Blood Glucose Monitoring"
A method of self-testing glucose (blood sugar) levels for the management of diabetes. This usually involves pricking the finger for a sample of blood and placing the sample on a test strip. The strip is then analyzed by a hand-held device.
More Information on Glucose Monitoring: Glucose
- + Self Mutilation
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- Self Mutilation
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Intentional self-destructive behavior involving damage to one's own body or body tissue. Cutting and burning the skin with cigarettes are the two most common forms. It is a specific category of self injury, performed without the intent to die.
More Information on Self Mutilation: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
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- Semantic Dementia
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"Semantic Dementia" is more commonly referred to as "Frontotemporal Dementia" in the medical community.
Frontotemporal Dementia
Also Known As: "Primary Progressive Aphasia, FTD, Pick's Disease"
A group of rare brain disorders associated with shrinking of the frontal and temporal anterior lobes of the brain. Symptoms typically involve changes in behavior and problems with language.
More Information on Frontotemporal Dementia: Alzheimer's & Dementia
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- Semen Allergy
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Also Known As: "Seminal Fluid Allergy, Seminal Plasma Hypersensitivity"
An increased sensitivity to semen (the fluid containing sperm) that may result an allergic reaction. Symptoms may be localized (e.g., redness, itching, swelling, burning, pain) or system-wide (e.g. hives, wheezing, angioedema, anaphylaxis).
More Information on Semen Allergy: Cosmetic, Chemical & Metal
- + Semen Analysis
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- Semen Analysis
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Measurement of certain features of sperm from a recently ejaculated sperm sample.
More Information on Semen Analysis: Fertility Issues
- + Semilobar Holoprosencephaly
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- Semilobar Holoprosencephaly
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"Semilobar Holoprosencephaly" is more commonly referred to as "Holoprosencephaly" in the medical community.
Holoprosencephaly
Also Known As: "Lobar Holoprosencephaly, Alobar Holoprosencephaly, Arhinencephaly"
A condition in which the forebrain of the embryo fails to develop, which usually occurs in the fifth or sixth weeks of pregnancy. Types include alobar (most severe), semilobar (intermediate) and lobar (least severe).
More Information on Holoprosencephaly: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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