status epilepticus

Status Epilepticus

Status epilepticus (SE) is a life-threatening neurological condition characterized by prolonged or repeated seizures without recovery of consciousness in between. Clinically, it is defined as…
staphylococcus peritonitis

Staphylococcus Peritonitis

Staphylococcus peritonitis refers to inflammation of the peritoneum caused by Staphylococcus species, notably Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci. It frequently arises in patients undergoing peritoneal…
staphylococcal meningitis

Staphylococcal Meningitis

Staphylococcal meningitis is a rare but life-threatening bacterial infection of the meninges, primarily caused by Staphylococcus aureus, including both methicillin-sensitive (MSSA) and methicillin-resistant (MRSA) strains.…
staphylococcal enterocolitis

Staphylococcal Enterocolitis

Staphylococcal enterocolitis is an under-recognized but clinically significant gastrointestinal condition caused by enterotoxin-producing strains of Staphylococcus aureus, typically following antibiotic therapy or in hospitalized patients.…
spinal muscular atrophy

Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a hereditary neuromuscular disorder characterized by the progressive degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord and brainstem. This leads…
spasmodic torticollis

Spasmodic Torticollis

Spasmodic torticollis, also known as cervical dystonia, is a chronic neurological movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions in the neck. These contractions cause abnormal…
solar lentigines

Solar Lentigines

Solar lentigines, commonly referred to as age spots, sun spots, or liver spots, are benign pigmented lesions that develop due to prolonged ultraviolet (UV) radiation…
social phobia

Social Phobia

Social phobia, clinically recognized as social anxiety disorder (SAD), is a chronic mental health condition characterized by an intense fear of social or performance situations…
sneezing

Sneezing

Sneezing is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air through the nose and mouth, typically triggered by irritation in the nasal mucosa. Though often considered a…