Scleroderma renal crisis (SRC) is an acute, life-threatening complication of systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) characterized by rapid onset of severe hypertension and acute kidney injury. It…
Scleroderma, also known as systemic sclerosis, is a rare and chronic autoimmune connective tissue disease characterized by hardening and tightening of the skin and connective…
Schizophrenia is a severe, chronic psychiatric disorder characterized by a profound disconnection from reality. It affects how individuals think, feel, and behave, often resulting in…
Schizoaffective disorder is a complex and chronic psychiatric condition characterized by a combination of symptoms seen in both schizophrenia and mood disorders (either depression or…
Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia, is a neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic flatworms of the genus Schistosoma. This chronic condition is endemic in regions…
Scarlet fever is a bacterial illness primarily affecting children aged 5–15. Caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS), the same bacteria responsible for strep throat, it…
Scabies is a highly contagious skin infestation caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis mite. It leads to intense pruritus, particularly at night, and is…
Sarcoidosis is a chronic granulomatous disease of unknown etiology that predominantly affects the lungs and lymphatic system, though it can involve virtually any organ. Characterized…
Salpingitis refers to the inflammation of one or both fallopian tubes and represents a significant component of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Often caused by ascending…