Tennis elbow. This is a condition that develops when you repeatedly twist or swing your lower arm. The tendon that connects your elbow to your forearm...
Supraventricular tachycardia. Your higher heart chambers are where the rapid heartbeat known as supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) begins. Sending adequate blood to your body is difficult when...
Signs of Sunburn. Skin that is inflamed, uncomfortable, and hot to the touch is called a sunburn. After spending too much time in the sun, it...
Sudden infant death syndrome. The unexpected and unexplained death of a baby between the ages of one month and one year, even after a thorough examination,...
Streptococcus. One form of bacterium that can cause infections of the skin, soft tissues, and respiratory tract is called Group A Streptococcus (GAS). Respiratory droplets from...
Stillbirth. The death of a fetus after the twentieth week of pregnancy is known as a stillbirth. For many, a stillbirth is a singular instance in...
Splenectomy. A splenectomy, or removal of the spleen, may be necessary if it is not functioning normally or if it is oversized, diseased, or injured. Partial...
Spinal stenosis. Narrowing of one or more spaces in your spinal canal is known as spinal stenosis. The tunnel that passes through each of your spine...
Shoulder impingement. When your shoulder blade’s upper outside edge pinches your rotator cuff underneath it, it’s known as shoulder impingement. It is also occasionally referred to...
Causes of spina bifida. A neural tube defect known as spina bifida develops when the spine and spinal cord of a fetus fail to close correctly...
