Category: S

Infections arising from any of the bacteria within the salmonella group. Among these, one variation leads to typhoid fever, another triggers paratyphoid fever, while others frequently cause bacterial food poisoning. Individuals at higher risk, including infants, the elderly, and those with weakened health, are more susceptible to these infections. Frequently, the origin of salmonella contamination…

A category of medications, which includes aspirin and benorilate, known for their anti-inflammatory, fever-reducing, and mild pain-relieving effects. Ingesting excessive amounts of salicylate drugs can result in symptoms such as hyperventilation, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), excessive sweating, unusual bleeding, disruptions in biochemical balance, and in severe instances, it can trigger seizures and lead to…

A form of body sculpting surgery, often referred to as liposuction, where surplus fat is removed through minor skin incisions. This is achieved by employing a cannula (a slender tube) linked to a vacuum apparatus.  

In the field of neurology, which focuses on nervous system disorders, the term refers to the inability to acknowledge a touch-based stimulus (like a pinprick) on one side of the body, even while exhibiting normal responses to a concurrent stimulus on the other side. This can also be accompanied by visual inattention, defined as a…

The intentional lowering of body temperature is a technique used to extend the duration that vital organs can safely go without their usual blood supply during open-heart surgery. Lower temperatures slow down the metabolic rate in tissues, thereby enhancing their ability to withstand an absence of oxygen. This cooling effect can be accomplished by consistently…

The rare occurrence of the upper growth end, or epiphysis, of the femur (thigh bone) shifting out of place typically affects children between the ages of 11 and 13. This condition is more prevalent among boys and overweight children. It also exhibits a familial tendency, often seen across multiple family members. During typical growth, the…

A surgical tool designed specifically for the purpose of cutting skin at different depths, primarily utilized in skin grafting procedures.  

When an infant is placed in their crib for sleep and subsequently discovered deceased without any identifiable cause, it aligns with the characteristics of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).  

An uncommon disorder characterized by the thickening and scarring of multiple organ systems. Systemic scleroderma is an advancing type of scleroderma, a rare autoimmune condition where the immune system targets the body’s own tissues. This disease can impact multiple organs and tissues, notably including the skin, arteries, kidneys, lungs, heart, digestive system, and joints. Women…

At the points where tendons pass over joints, they are enveloped in thin membranes called synovium, which serve the purpose of lubrication to reduce friction.