Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a recurring form of depression with a seasonal pattern, most commonly emerging during the fall and winter months. This condition…
Scrub Typhus
Scrub typhus, also known as tsutsugamushi disease, is a potentially fatal mite-borne rickettsial infection caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi. Endemic to the “tsutsugamushi triangle” extending across…
Sclerotherapy-Induced Mucositis
Sclerotherapy remains a critical intervention for managing esophageal varices, particularly in patients with portal hypertension. However, while effective, the procedure carries a risk of mucosal…
Sclerotherapy-Induced Esophageal Ulcer
Sclerotherapy is a common medical procedure used to treat esophageal varices, particularly in patients with liver cirrhosis. While the procedure is generally effective in controlling…
Scleroderma Renal Crisis
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
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
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
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
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
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…