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Sclerosis
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SclerosisHardening.
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Sclera
The sclera is the white part of the eye. The clear cornea is the front extension of the sclera.
Scleritis
Inflammation of the sclera, causing pain, redness and possible loss of vision. Can be a complication of rheumatoid arthritis.
Scleroderma
A relatively rare form of arthritis in which the body produces too much collagen. Excess collagen may be deposited in the skin, joints, and other body organs. Scleroderma is a chronic disorder marked by hardening and thickening of the skin.
Scleroma
A hardened patch of skin or mucous membrane.
Sclerosol
Sclerosol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): talc.
Sclerotherapy
A method of stopping upper GI bleeding. A needle is inserted through an endoscope to bring hardening agents to the place that is bleeding.
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Salivary gland
Any one of the three pairs of glands of the mouth (parotid, submaxillary and sublingual) that release saliva.
Salve
Ointment.
Sanguineous
Bloody.
Scapula
The shoulder blade.
Scleritis
Inflammation of the sclera, causing pain, redness and possible loss of vision. Can be a complication of rheumatoid arthritis.
Sclerosis
Scratch test
A test for allergies in which small amounts of potential allergens are inserted in small scratches made in the skin.
Scurvy
A condition caused by vitamin C deficiency. Symptoms include loss of appetite, bleeding gums, bruising, inability to gain weight and irritability.
Sebaceous cyst
A benign cyst containing oil and cells from a sebaceous gland.
Seborrhea
Greasy scales or cheesy plugs resulting from overproduction of the sebaceous glands.
Seborrheic keratoses
Skin growths that may be smooth or warty-looking, of varying size, and flesh-colored, brown or black. Often appear on the trunk or temples. Often occur in middle-aged and elderly people. Also called senile warts.
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Sclera
The sclera is the white part of the eye. The clear cornea is the front extension of the sclera.
Scleritis
Inflammation of the sclera, causing pain, redness and possible loss of vision. Can be a complication of rheumatoid arthritis.
Scleroderma
A relatively rare form of arthritis in which the body produces too much collagen. Excess collagen may be deposited in the skin, joints, and other body organs. Scleroderma is a chronic disorder marked by hardening and thickening of the skin.
Scleroma
A hardened patch of skin or mucous membrane.
Sclerosol
Sclerosol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): talc.
Sclerotherapy
A method of stopping upper GI bleeding. A needle is inserted through an endoscope to bring hardening agents to the place that is bleeding.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Salivary gland
Any one of the three pairs of glands of the mouth (parotid, submaxillary and sublingual) that release saliva.
Salve
Ointment.
Sanguineous
Bloody.
Scapula
The shoulder blade.
Scleritis
Inflammation of the sclera, causing pain, redness and possible loss of vision. Can be a complication of rheumatoid arthritis.
Sclerosis
Scratch test
A test for allergies in which small amounts of potential allergens are inserted in small scratches made in the skin.
Scurvy
A condition caused by vitamin C deficiency. Symptoms include loss of appetite, bleeding gums, bruising, inability to gain weight and irritability.
Sebaceous cyst
A benign cyst containing oil and cells from a sebaceous gland.
Seborrhea
Greasy scales or cheesy plugs resulting from overproduction of the sebaceous glands.
Seborrheic keratoses
Skin growths that may be smooth or warty-looking, of varying size, and flesh-colored, brown or black. Often appear on the trunk or temples. Often occur in middle-aged and elderly people. Also called senile warts.
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