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Rett syndrome

This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
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Reye's syndrome

Learn about the causes and treatment of this rare but serious condition causing swelling in the liver and brain.
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Ringworm (scalp)

Learn more on causes, symptoms, treatments of this easily spread, itchy fungal skin infection and how to prevent it.
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Rumination syndrome

Learn about this condition that results in regurgitating and reswallowing food. Behavioral therapy and medicine are treatments.
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Ruptured spleen

A break in the surface of your spleen, usually from a forceful blow to your abdomen, can cause life-threatening internal bleeding.
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Sacral dimple

Learn about the causes, complications and diagnosis of this indentation on the lower back present at birth in some babies.
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Sacroiliitis

This joint inflammation can cause pain in the buttocks or lower back. The pain can go down one or both legs.
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Salivary gland tumors

Learn about this rare tumor that forms in the salivary glands. Treatments include surgery and radiation therapy.
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Salmonella infection

This common bacterial infection is spread through contaminated food or water and affects the intestinal tract. Learn more about prevention and treatment.
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Sarcoidosis

This treatable inflammatory condition causes growth of tiny granulomas in different parts of the body, including the lungs, eyes, skin and heart.
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Sarcoma

Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the many types of this condition.
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Scabies

Learn more about this condition that spreads easily. It causes intense itching, most often where the skin folds, such as around joints.
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