Category: S
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Scrofulophyma
A skin growth resulting from tuberculosis.
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Screwworm
The immature stage of a fly, discovered in tropical America, where it can potentially inflict severe illness in humans by tunneling into the lining of the nose or mouth.
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Scott’s dressing
An ointment containing mercury used as a counterirritant.
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Scotogram
An imprint created on a photographic plate by radioactive materials, without the involvement of any opaque object.
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Scotodinia
Episodes of dizziness, accompanied by the onset of dark spots in one’s vision.
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Scoracratia
The unintentional discharge of feces, often referred to as fecal incontinence.
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Scoop
A spoon-shaped surgical tool employed for excavating or cleaning cavities.
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Scoliosiometry
The assessment of spinal curvatures.
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Scolecology
The examination of worm infestations in humans, also known as helminthology.
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Scleroticectomy
Surgical removal of a segment of the sclera.