Category: S
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Symptomatic reaction
A response after a therapeutic injection of an allergen, marked by the recurrence of the initial symptoms being studied or treated.
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Specific reaction
In the context of allergies, reactions caused by an agent that previously induced a change in the ability to respond.
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Sonorous rale
A dry, deep, echoing, snoring-like sound, commonly observed in instances of bronchiolar spasm.
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Sibilant rale
A dry, shrill, hissing, or whistling sound typically detected in cases of bronchiolar spasm.
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Symptomatic purpura
This variety can occur alongside acute infections or chronic illnesses, such as malignant tumors, kidney inflammation, and blood disorders. It can also emerge after the use of specific medications. It is also referred to as secondary purpura.
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Supradicrotic pulse
A pulse in which the previous dicrotic wave occurs on the rising part of the next pulse wave.
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Serous pleurisy
A type of pleurisy with clear fluid accumulation in the pleural space.
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Swine plague
A condition of hemorrhagic septicemia that affects pigs and can, on occasion, be transmitted to humans. It is identified by the presence of pleurisy and pneumonia, along with regions of tissue necrosis, and at times, severe septicemia. It is also known as hog cholera. A disease in pigs marked by pneumonia and septicemia, often referred…
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Suppurative phlebitis
The inflammation is caused by infections spreading from nearby tissues. This can result in a clot forming within the vein, known as thrombophlebitis. This clot can disintegrate and spread infection to other parts of the body. If not caused by a pus-forming process, the vein can get blocked by the clot. Symptoms include pain and…
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Saturday night paralysis
Arm paralysis resulting from the compression of the radial nerve against the back of a firm chair, typically occurring during sleep or inebriation.