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Snoring

Is the sound of snoring disrupting sleep in your household? Find out causes and treatment options for this common problem.
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Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)

Learn more on this disorder where everyday interactions cause significant worry and self-consciousness because you fear being judged negatively by others.
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Soft palate cancer

Learn about the symptoms of this type of cancer that forms in the back of the mouth. Treatment options might include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
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Soft tissue sarcoma

This rare type of cancer can begin in the muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of joints. Treatment usually includes surgery.
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Solitary fibrous tumor

This rare type of tumor most often occurs near the lungs. Surgery is usually the treatment.
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Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome

This rare condition is often linked to long-lasting constipation. Learn more about symptoms and treatment.
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Somatic symptom disorder

Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment of this condition, which is linked with major emotional distress and trouble functioning in daily life.
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Sore throat

Find out what causes this common affliction, when to see a doctor and what you can do to get relief from a sore throat.
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Specific phobias

These are extreme fears of objects or situations that pose little or no danger. There is no reason for these fears, but you stay away from these things.
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Spermatocele

Learn more about this noncancerous testicular disorder that may require surgery if it's causing discomfort. But, the condition often needs no treatment.
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Spider bites

Learn more about prevention, symptoms, complications and treatment of spider bites, which are usually harmless.
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Spina bifida

Learn about this condition in which an unborn baby's spine and spinal cord don't form properly. Surgery during pregnancy may be a treatment option.

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