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Spinal arteriovenous malformation (AVM)

Learn about how this rare blood vessel condition can affect the spinal cord.
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Spinal cord injury

Learn what may happen after the spinal cord has been damaged.
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Spinal cord tumor

Spinal cord tumors can cause serious problems such as pain and paralysis. Find out about diagnosis and treatment.
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Spinal headaches

These headaches can happen after a spinal tap procedure or spinal anesthesia, and usually don’t require treatment.
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Spinal stenosis

This condition narrows the amount of space within the spine. This can squeeze the nerves that travel through the spine. Surgery is sometimes needed.
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Spinal tumor and spinal mass

Learn about symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options for tumors affecting the spine.
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD)

A torn blood vessel in the heart can cause a heart attack. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of this medical emergency.
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Sprained ankle

Sprained ankle — Injury to a ligament of the ankle can usually be treated with at-home care and appropriate exercises to get you back on your feet.
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Sprains

A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of tissue that connect two bones together in your joints. Ice and elevation can help.
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Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin

This common skin cancer usually looks like a bump or a scaly sore. Learn about symptoms and treatment options, including freezing, lasers and surgery.
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Stage 4 (metastatic) colon cancer

Find out about symptoms and complications for this advanced stage of colon cancer. Learn about treatment options, including chemotherapy, surgery and targeted medicines.
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Staph infections

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of these potentially lethal infections.
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