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Shigella infection

This infection of the intestine causes diarrhea. Learn the symptoms, treatments and ways to help prevent it.
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Shin splints

This pain along the shin bone is common in runners, dancers and military trainees. Learn how to prevent shin splints.
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Shingles

Learn more about symptoms, causes, treatment and vaccine prevention of this painful condition affecting the nerves.
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Short bowel syndrome

This digestive condition happens when part of the small intestine is missing or damaged, either at birth or after surgery. The syndrome keeps you from absorbing needed nutrients.
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Sick sinus syndrome

This heart rhythm disorder causes slow, paused or irregular heartbeats. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
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Sickle cell anemia

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this inherited blood disorder that, in the United States, is more common among Black people.
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Sinus headaches

Sinus headaches are often to blame for headache with facial pain — but that pain might actually be a migraine.
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Sjogren's syndrome

If you're bothered by dry eyes and mouth, talk to your doctor about whether you have the autoimmune condition Sjogren's syndrome.
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Skin cancer

Learn about skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Find out about symptoms, treatments and ways to lower your risk.
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Skull base tumors

Skull base tumors are abnormal growths at the base of the skull that can be benign or cancerous and cause symptoms such as headaches, dizziness and nosebleeds. Treatment may include surgery, radiation or careful monitoring.
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Sleep apnea

Snoring loudly could be an indication of sleep apnea, a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly during sleep.
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Sleep disorders

Common types include insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome and narcolepsy. Other types include nightmare disorder and sleep terrors.

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