| Name | Type | Frequencies | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacral, Zinc Etc | ALT | 32,64,128,147,210.42,256,272,303,324,337,384,400,440,448,480,537,586,635,999,1444,1351,1413,1534,1550 | Impotence support (males). |
| Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction | ETDF | 110,240,570,38830,222720,317500,431200,572500,695670,905620 | Pain in sacroiliac joint region caused by abnormal motion in the joint, usually causing inflammation. Use for all joint diseases. |
| Salivary Gland Diseases | ETDF | 410,730,870,7500,230000,367500,525750,619340,896010,982450 | People get salivary gland infections when bacteria or viruses get into the salivary glands, which are a group of glands in the head and neck. |
| Salmonella | CAFL | 713.3,718.2 | Bacteria causing food poisoning Encyclopedia Entry for Salmonella : Salmonella enterocolitis. Salmonella infection is one of the most common types of food poisoning. It occurs when you swallow food or water that contains salmonella bacteria. The salmonella germs may get into the food you eat in several ways. You are more likely to get this type of infection if you: Eat foods such as turkey, turkey dressing, chicken, or eggs that have not been cooked well or stored properly Are around family members with a recent salmonella infection Have been in or worked in a hospital, nursing home, or other long-term health facility Have a pet iguana or other lizards, turtles, or snakes (reptiles and amphibians are carriers of salmonella) Handle live poultry Have a weakened immune system Regularly used medicines that block acid production in the stomach Have Crohn disease or ulcerative colitis Used antibiotics in the recent past. The time between getting infected and having symptoms is 8 to 72 hours. Symptoms include: Abdominal pain , cramping, or tenderness Chills Diarrhea Fever Muscle pain Nausea Vomiting. Your health care provider will perform a physical exam. You may have a tender abdomen and develop tiny pink spots, called rose spots, on your skin. Tests that may be done include: Blood culture Complete blood count with differential Test for specific antibodies called febrile/cold agglutinins Stool culture for salmonella Examination of stool for white blood cells. The goal is to make you feel better and avoid dehydration. Dehydration means your body does not have as much water and fluids as it should. These things may help you feel better if you have diarrhea: Drink 8 to 10 glasses of clear fluids every day. Water is best. Drink at least 1 cup (240 milliliters) of liquid every time you have a loose bowel movement. Eat small meals throughout the day instead of 3 big meals. Eat some salty foods, such as pretzels, soup, and sports drinks. Eat some high-potassium foods, such as bananas, potatoes without the skin, and watered-down fruit juices. If your child has salmonella, it is important to keep them from getting dehydrated. At first, try 1 ounce (2 tablespoons or 30 milliliters) of fluid every 30 to 60 minutes. Infants should continue to breastfeed and receive electrolyte replacement solutions as recommended by your child's provider. You can use an over-the-counter drink, such as Pedialyte or Infalyte. Do not water down these drinks. You can also try Pedialyte freezer pops. Watered-down fruit juice or broth may also help. Medicines that slow diarrhea are often not given because they may make the infection last longer. If you have severe symptoms, your provider may prescribe antibiotics if you: Have diarrhea more than 9 or 10 times per day Have a high fever Need to be in the hospital If you take water pills or diuretics, you may need to stop taking them when you have diarrhea. Ask your provider. In otherwise healthy people, symptoms should go away in 2 to 5 days, but they may last for 1 to 2 weeks. People who have been treated for salmonella may continue to shed the bacteria in their stool for months to a year after the infection. Food handlers who carry salmonella in their body can pass the infection to the people who eat the food they have handled. Call your provider if: There is blood or pus in your stools. You have diarrhea and are unable to drink fluids due to nausea or vomiting. You have a fever above 101 F (38.3 C) and diarrhea. You have signs of dehydration (thirst, dizziness, lightheadedness). You have recently traveled to a foreign country and developed diarrhea. Your diarrhea does not get better in 5 days, or it gets worse. You have severe abdominal pain. If your child has symptoms, call your provider if your child has: A fever above 100.4 F (38 C) and diarrhea Diarrhea that does not get better in 2 days, or it gets worse Been vomiting for more than 12 hours (in a newborn under 3 months, you should call as soon as vomiting or diarrhea begin) Reduced urine output , sunken eyes, sticky or dry mouth, or no tears when crying. Learning how to prevent food poisoning can reduce the risk for this infection. Follow these safety measures: Properly handle and store foods. Wash your hands when handling eggs, poultry, and other foods. If you own a reptile, wear gloves when handling the animal or its feces because salmonella can easily pass to humans. Salmonellosis; Nontyphoidal salmonella; Food poisoning - salmonella; Gastroenteritis - salmonella. Salmonella typhi organism Salmonella typhi organism Digestive system Digestive system Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. Bhutta ZA. Acute gastroenteritis in children. |
| Salmonella Comp | CAFL | 59,92,165,420,546,643,664,693,707,711,713.3,717,718.2,719,752,754,762,773,972,1244,1522,1634,6787,7771,8656 | All strains. |
| Salmonella Enteriditis | HC | 329000-329000 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Enteriditis 1 | XTRA | 815.5,20562.5 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Enteriditis 2 | XTRA | 760,815.5,16379.95,20562.5 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Enteriditis 3 | XTRA | 815.5,16379.95 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Enteriditis Gut | ETDF | 180,570,1850,7500,329000,354000,386000,380000,575280,724370 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Infections | ETDF | 180,570,1850,7500,329000,382300,386550,355000,386000,390000 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Infections | KHZ | 180,570,1850,7500,30000,142500,272500,495950,575280,724370 | Bacteria causing food poisoning or blood infections in sub-Saharan Africa. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi | ETDF | 180,570,1850,7500,329000,365050,370100,368000,385000,724370 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi | HC | 365050-370100 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi 1 | XTRA | 776,904.87,912.17,917.38,11407.8,11500,11565.62,18321.63 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi 2 | XTRA | 904.87,912.17,917.38,11407.8,11500,11656.62 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi B | CAFL | 59,92,643,707,717,719,752,972,7771,1244,6787,165,711 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Paratyphi B | VEGA | 717,643,972,707,59,92,7771 | Can cause paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Type B | BIO | 546,1634 | Bacteria causing food poisoning and paratyphoid fever (similar to typhoid). See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Typhi | CAFL | 420,664,8656,773 | Can cause Typhoid Fever. See Typhoid fever. |
| Salmonella Typhi | XTRA | 655555.5555 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon. 'Contaminates' some vaccines. Can cause Typhoid Fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhi 1 | XTRA | 660,690,712,714,727.5,802,804,824,1550,1770,1800,1862,1865,3205,11289.05,11875 | Can cause typhoid fever. See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Typhi 2 | XTRA | 420,664,773,8656 | Can cause typhoid fever. See Typhoid Fever. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium | CAFL | 693,754,762 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium 1 | XTRA | 947.62,956.79,958.15,11946.87,12062.5,12079.69 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium 2 | XTRA | 954.32,956.79,19168.02,19217.81 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium Nervousness | XTRA | 947.62,954.32,958.15,11946.87,12031.25,12079.69 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium_1 | HC | 382300-386550 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. |
| Salmonella Typhimurium_2 | HC | 386000 | Can cause fever, GI tract/lung problems, liver and spleen enlargement. Other use: Anaplasma (Lyme Disease). |
| Salpingitis | ETDF | 170,550,950,75000,125280,237500,362500,597500,775950,915700 | Also see Fallopian Tube Infection, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease. |
| Samter's Syndrome | ETDF | 180,570,1000,5250,27500,72500,172500,395750,575280,760000 | Condition where asthma is induced by aspirin or other NSAIDs. Also see Asthma and related programs. |
| Sandhoff Disease | ETDF | 170,550,950,5150,13980,137500,362500,697500,775000,922530 | Rare lysosomal genetic lipid storage disorder with progressive nervous system destruction. |
| Sanguis Menstrualis | BIO | 591 | Homeopathic nosode. |
| Sarcocystis | HC | 450550-454950 | Parasitic protozoan from undercooked meat with Nausea, Abdominal Pain, and Diarrhea (sometimes severe), and, rarely, Vasculitis and Myositis. |
| Sarcocystis 1 | XTRA | 14079.69,14217.19,14125,1116.79,1127.71,1120.4 | Parasitic protozoan from undercooked meat with Nausea, Abdominal Pain, and Diarrhea (sometimes severe), and, rarely, Vasculitis and Myositis. |
| Sarcocystis 2 | XTRA | 11251.87,1120.4 | Parasitic protozoan from undercooked meat with Nausea, Abdominal Pain, and Diarrhea (sometimes severe), and, rarely, Vasculitis and Myositis. |
| Sarcoidosis | CAFL | 2167,2967,3289 | Disease with abnormal inflammatory cells forming lumps, usually starting in lungs, skin, or lymph nodes, sometimes eyes, liver, heart, or brain. Any organ can be affected. Also see Cancer Lymphogranuloma, and Lymphogranuloma. Lungs Lymph Encyclopedia Entry for Sarcoidosis : Sarcoidosis. The exact cause of sarcoidosis is unknown. What is known is that when a person has the disease, tiny clumps of abnormal tissue (granulomas) form in certain organs of the body. Granulomas are clusters of immune cells. The disease can affect almost any organ. It most commonly affects the lungs. Doctors think that having certain genes makes it more likely for a person to develop sarcoidosis. Things that may trigger the disease include infections with bacteria or viruses. Contact with dust or chemicals may also be triggers. The disease is more common in African Americans and white people of Scandinavian heritage. More women than men have the disease. The disease often begins between ages 20 and 40. Sarcoidosis is rare in young children. A person with a close blood relative who has sarcoidosis is nearly 5 times as likely to develop the condition. There may be no symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they can involve almost any body part or organ system. Almost all people affected by sarcoidosis have lung or chest symptoms: Chest pain (most often behind the breast bone) Dry cough Shortness of breath Coughing up blood (rare, but serious) Symptoms of general discomfort may include: Fatigue Fever Joint ache or pain (arthralgia) Weight loss Skin symptoms may include: Hair loss Raised, red, firm skin sores ( erythema nodosum ), almost always on the front part of the lower legs Rash Scars that become raised or inflamed Nervous system symptoms may include: Headache Seizures Weakness on one side of the face Eye symptoms may include: Burning Discharge from the eye Dry eyes Itching Pain Vision loss Other symptoms of this disease may include: Dry mouth Fainting spells, if the heart is involved Nosebleed Swelling in the upper part of the abdomen Liver disease Swelling of the legs if heart and lungs are involved Abnormal heart rhythm if the heart is involved. The health care provider will perform a physical examination and ask about the symptoms. Different imaging tests may help diagnose sarcoidosis: Chest x-ray to see if the lungs are involved or lymph nodes are enlarged CT scan of the chest Lung gallium scan (rarely done now) Imaging tests of the brain and liver Echocardiogram or MRI of the heart To diagnose this condition, a biopsy is needed. Biopsy of the lung using bronchoscopy is usually done. Biopsies of other body tissues may also be done. The following lab tests may be done: Calcium levels ( urine , ionized , blood ) CBC Immunoelectrophoresis Liver function tests Quantitative immunoglobulins Phosphorus Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE). Sarcoidosis symptoms will often get better without treatment. If the eyes, heart, nervous system, or lungs are affected, corticosteroids are usually prescribed. This medicine may need to be taken for 1 to 2 years. Medicines that suppress the immune system are sometimes also needed. In rare cases, people with very severe heart or lung damage (end-stage disease) may need an organ transplant. Many people with sarcoidosis are not seriously ill, and get better without treatment. Up to half of all people with the disease get better in 3 years without treatment. People whose lungs are affected may develop lung damage. Overall death rate from sarcoidosis is less than 5%. Causes of death include: Bleeding from the lung tissue Heart damage, leading to heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms Lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). Sarcoidosis may lead to these health problems: Fungal lung infections ( aspergillosis ) Glaucoma and blindness from uveitis (rare) Kidney stones from high calcium levels in blood or urine Osteoporosis and other complications of taking corticosteroids for long periods of time High blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs ( pulmonary hypertension ). Call your provider promptly if you have: Difficulty breathing Irregular heartbeat Vision changes Other symptoms of this disorder. Interstitial lung disease - adults - discharge. Sarcoid, stage I - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage I - chest x-ray Sarcoid, stage II - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage II - chest x-ray Sarcoid, stage IV - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage IV - chest x-ray Sarcoid - close-up of the skin lesions Sarcoid - close-up of the skin lesions Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Sarcoidosis - close-up Sarcoidosis - close-up Sarcoidosis on the elbow Sarcoidosis on the elbow Sarcoidosis on the nose and forehead Sarcoidosis on the nose and forehead Respiratory system Respiratory system Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis. Judson MA, Morgenthau AS, Baughman RP. Sarcoidosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sarcoidosis : Sarcoidosis. Disease with abnormal inflammatory cells forming lumps (Granulomas - see set), usually starting in lungs, skin, or lymph nodes, sometimes eyes, liver, heart, or brain. Any organ can be affected. Also see Cancer Lymphogranuloma, and Lymphogranuloma. Can be caused bybacteria Helicobacter pylori, Chlamydia trachomatis, Propionibacterium acnes, Borrelia burgdorferi, Mycoplasmas, Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, Rickettsie or Herpes virus, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), Retrovirus. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Sarcoidosis | ETDF | 70,500,37500,75560,325270,475270,527000,661710,742000,988900 | Disease with abnormal inflammatory cells forming lumps, usually starting in lungs, skin, or lymph nodes, sometimes eyes, liver, heart, or brain. Any organ can be affected. Also see Cancer Lymphogranuloma, and Lymphogranuloma. Encyclopedia Entry for Sarcoidosis : Sarcoidosis. The exact cause of sarcoidosis is unknown. What is known is that when a person has the disease, tiny clumps of abnormal tissue (granulomas) form in certain organs of the body. Granulomas are clusters of immune cells. The disease can affect almost any organ. It most commonly affects the lungs. Doctors think that having certain genes makes it more likely for a person to develop sarcoidosis. Things that may trigger the disease include infections with bacteria or viruses. Contact with dust or chemicals may also be triggers. The disease is more common in African Americans and white people of Scandinavian heritage. More women than men have the disease. The disease often begins between ages 20 and 40. Sarcoidosis is rare in young children. A person with a close blood relative who has sarcoidosis is nearly 5 times as likely to develop the condition. There may be no symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they can involve almost any body part or organ system. Almost all people affected by sarcoidosis have lung or chest symptoms: Chest pain (most often behind the breast bone) Dry cough Shortness of breath Coughing up blood (rare, but serious) Symptoms of general discomfort may include: Fatigue Fever Joint ache or pain (arthralgia) Weight loss Skin symptoms may include: Hair loss Raised, red, firm skin sores ( erythema nodosum ), almost always on the front part of the lower legs Rash Scars that become raised or inflamed Nervous system symptoms may include: Headache Seizures Weakness on one side of the face Eye symptoms may include: Burning Discharge from the eye Dry eyes Itching Pain Vision loss Other symptoms of this disease may include: Dry mouth Fainting spells, if the heart is involved Nosebleed Swelling in the upper part of the abdomen Liver disease Swelling of the legs if heart and lungs are involved Abnormal heart rhythm if the heart is involved. The health care provider will perform a physical examination and ask about the symptoms. Different imaging tests may help diagnose sarcoidosis: Chest x-ray to see if the lungs are involved or lymph nodes are enlarged CT scan of the chest Lung gallium scan (rarely done now) Imaging tests of the brain and liver Echocardiogram or MRI of the heart To diagnose this condition, a biopsy is needed. Biopsy of the lung using bronchoscopy is usually done. Biopsies of other body tissues may also be done. The following lab tests may be done: Calcium levels ( urine , ionized , blood ) CBC Immunoelectrophoresis Liver function tests Quantitative immunoglobulins Phosphorus Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE). Sarcoidosis symptoms will often get better without treatment. If the eyes, heart, nervous system, or lungs are affected, corticosteroids are usually prescribed. This medicine may need to be taken for 1 to 2 years. Medicines that suppress the immune system are sometimes also needed. In rare cases, people with very severe heart or lung damage (end-stage disease) may need an organ transplant. Many people with sarcoidosis are not seriously ill, and get better without treatment. Up to half of all people with the disease get better in 3 years without treatment. People whose lungs are affected may develop lung damage. Overall death rate from sarcoidosis is less than 5%. Causes of death include: Bleeding from the lung tissue Heart damage, leading to heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms Lung scarring (pulmonary fibrosis). Sarcoidosis may lead to these health problems: Fungal lung infections ( aspergillosis ) Glaucoma and blindness from uveitis (rare) Kidney stones from high calcium levels in blood or urine Osteoporosis and other complications of taking corticosteroids for long periods of time High blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs ( pulmonary hypertension ). Call your provider promptly if you have: Difficulty breathing Irregular heartbeat Vision changes Other symptoms of this disorder. Interstitial lung disease - adults - discharge. Sarcoid, stage I - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage I - chest x-ray Sarcoid, stage II - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage II - chest x-ray Sarcoid, stage IV - chest X-ray Sarcoid, stage IV - chest x-ray Sarcoid - close-up of the skin lesions Sarcoid - close-up of the skin lesions Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Sarcoidosis - close-up Sarcoidosis - close-up Sarcoidosis on the elbow Sarcoidosis on the elbow Sarcoidosis on the nose and forehead Sarcoidosis on the nose and forehead Respiratory system Respiratory system Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis Erythema nodosum associated with sarcoidosis. Judson MA, Morgenthau AS, Baughman RP. Sarcoidosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sarcoidosis : Sarcoidosis. Disease with abnormal inflammatory cells forming lumps (Granulomas - see set), usually starting in lungs, skin, or lymph nodes, sometimes eyes, liver, heart, or brain. Any organ can be affected. Also see Cancer Lymphogranuloma, and Lymphogranuloma. Can be caused bybacteria Helicobacter pylori, Chlamydia trachomatis, Propionibacterium acnes, Borrelia burgdorferi, Mycoplasmas, Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, Rickettsie or Herpes virus, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), Retrovirus. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Sarcoidosis Pulmonary | ETDF | 80,350,37500,115700,322060,325270,175000,475190,527000,834500 | Disease with abnormal inflammatory cells forming lumps, usually starting in lungs, skin, or lymph nodes, sometimes eyes, liver, heart, or brain. Any organ can be affected. Also see Cancer Lymphogranuloma, and Lymphogranuloma. |
| Sarcoma | KHZ | 10,370,870,2250,2500,70000,95270,269710,175270,350000 | See Cancer Sarcoma, and BY Virus programs. |
| Sarcoma (breast) | PROV | 43322485 | From Patent US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma (breast) | XTRA | 43322485 | From Patent No.: US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma (generalized) | PROV | 43322480 | From Patent US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma (generalized) | XTRA | 43322480 | From Patent No.: US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma (intestines) | PROV | 43322492 | From Patent US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma (intestines) | XTRA | 43322492 | From Patent No.: US 6,321,120 B1 |
| Sarcoma Ewing's | ETDF | 30,250,780,930,7500,95750,300000,454370,615190,784810 | Rare bone/soft tissue tumor, most commonly occurring in pelvis, femur, humerus, ribs, or clavicle. Also see Osteosarcoma, Cancer Sarcoma, and BY Virus programs. |
| Sarcoma Osteogenic | ETDF | 40,240,730,7900,67220,127500,317500,665520,831330,913500 | Malignant tumor in bone. Also see Osteosarcoma, Cancer Sarcoma, and BY Virus programs. |
| Sarcoptes Scabiei Itch | HC | 735000 | Caused by scabies mites. See Scabies, and Parasites Scabies programs. Also use Psorinum. |
| Sarcoptes Scabiei Itch | XTRA | 11484.37,1821.88 | Caused by scabies mites. See Scabies, and Parasites Scabies programs. Also use Psorinum. |
| Sars 1 | CAFL | 162,563,1556,1559,2286,3735,5235,5513,5613,5763,6157,8015,9563,33566,255616 | Also use Streptococcus Pneumoniae program. Respiratory |
| Sars 2 | CAFL | 499.25,524.47,563,597.68,648,654.4,689.14,701.6,720.36,769.62,779.5,937.76,998.5,1001.86,1048.94,1143 | Also use Streptococcus Pneumoniae program. |
| Saturn - Collarbones, Vitality, Overall Balance, Stability | ALT | 6.88 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Saturn - Frontal Lobes, Seventh Sense, Final Decision | ALT | 13.8 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Saturn - Ovaries, Vitality, Life at Every Level | ALT | 3.44 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Scabies | CAFL | 90,110,253 | Also see Parasites Scabies, and Sarcoptes Scabiei Itch. Also use Psorinum. Skin Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies - Norwegian itch - Sarcoptes scabiei (parasitic mite) Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies. Scabies is found among people of all groups and ages around the world. Scabies spread by skin-to-skin contact with another person who has scabies. Scabies is easily spread among people who are in close contact. Whole families are often affected. Outbreaks of scabies are more common in nursing homes, nursing facilities, college dorms, and child care centers. The mites that cause scabies burrow into the skin and lay their eggs. This forms a burrow that looks like a pencil mark. Eggs hatch in 21 days. The itchy rash is an allergic response to the mite. Pets and animals usually do not spread human scabies. It is also very unlikely for scabies to be spread through swimming pools. It is difficult to spread through clothing or bed linen. A type of scabies called crusted (Norwegian) scabies is a severe infestation with very large numbers of mites. People whose immune systems are weakened are most affected. Symptoms of scabies include: Severe itching , most often at night. Rashes , often between the fingers and toes, undersides of the wrists, arm pits, women's breasts, and buttocks. Sores on the skin from scratching and digging. Thin lines (burrow marks) on the skin. Babies will likely have a rash all over the body, especially on the head, face, and neck, with sores on the palms and soles. Scabies doesn't affect the face except in babies and in people with crusted scabies. The health care provider will examine the skin for signs of scabies. Tests that may done include: Scraping the skin burrows to remove mites, eggs, or mite feces to examine under the microscope. In some cases, a skin biopsy is done. HOME CARE Before treatment, wash clothes and underwear, towels, bedding and sleepwear in hot water and dry at 140 F (60 C) or higher. Dry cleaning also works. If washing or dry cleaning can't be done, keep these items away from the body for at least 72 hours. Away from the body, the mites will die. Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture. Use calamine lotion and soak in a cool bath to ease itching. Take an oral antihistamine if your provider recommends it for very bad itching. MEDICINES FROM YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER The whole family or sexual partners of infected people should be treated, even if they do not have symptoms. Creams prescribed by your provider are needed to treat scabies. The cream most often used is permethrin 5%. Other creams include benzyl benzoate, sulfur in petrolatum, and crotamiton. Apply the medicine all over your body. Creams may be used as a one-time treatment or they may be repeated in 1 week. For hard to treat cases, the provider may also prescribe a pill known as ivermectin as a one-time dose. Itching may continue for 2 weeks or more after treatment begins. It will disappear if you follow the provider's treatment plan. Most cases of scabies can be cured without any long-term problems. A severe case with a lot of scaling or crusting may be a sign that the person has a weakened immune system. Intense scratching can cause a secondary skin infection, such as impetigo. Call your provider if: You have symptoms of scabies. A person you have been in close contact with has been diagnosed with scabies. Human scabies; Sarcoptes scabiei. Scabies rash and excoriation on the hand Scabies rash and excoriation on the hand Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph of the stool Scabies mite, photomicrograph of the stool Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, eggs, and stool photomicrograph Scabies mite, eggs, and stool photomicrograph. Diaz JH. Scabies. Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies. Source of disease: Sarcoptes scabiei |
| Scabies | ETDF | 240,700,7500,10890,5500,142500,372500,490000,825270,919340 | Also see Parasites Scabies, and Sarcoptes Scabiei Itch. Also use Psorinum. Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies - Norwegian itch - Sarcoptes scabiei (parasitic mite) Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies. Scabies is found among people of all groups and ages around the world. Scabies spread by skin-to-skin contact with another person who has scabies. Scabies is easily spread among people who are in close contact. Whole families are often affected. Outbreaks of scabies are more common in nursing homes, nursing facilities, college dorms, and child care centers. The mites that cause scabies burrow into the skin and lay their eggs. This forms a burrow that looks like a pencil mark. Eggs hatch in 21 days. The itchy rash is an allergic response to the mite. Pets and animals usually do not spread human scabies. It is also very unlikely for scabies to be spread through swimming pools. It is difficult to spread through clothing or bed linen. A type of scabies called crusted (Norwegian) scabies is a severe infestation with very large numbers of mites. People whose immune systems are weakened are most affected. Symptoms of scabies include: Severe itching , most often at night. Rashes , often between the fingers and toes, undersides of the wrists, arm pits, women's breasts, and buttocks. Sores on the skin from scratching and digging. Thin lines (burrow marks) on the skin. Babies will likely have a rash all over the body, especially on the head, face, and neck, with sores on the palms and soles. Scabies doesn't affect the face except in babies and in people with crusted scabies. The health care provider will examine the skin for signs of scabies. Tests that may done include: Scraping the skin burrows to remove mites, eggs, or mite feces to examine under the microscope. In some cases, a skin biopsy is done. HOME CARE Before treatment, wash clothes and underwear, towels, bedding and sleepwear in hot water and dry at 140 F (60 C) or higher. Dry cleaning also works. If washing or dry cleaning can't be done, keep these items away from the body for at least 72 hours. Away from the body, the mites will die. Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture. Use calamine lotion and soak in a cool bath to ease itching. Take an oral antihistamine if your provider recommends it for very bad itching. MEDICINES FROM YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER The whole family or sexual partners of infected people should be treated, even if they do not have symptoms. Creams prescribed by your provider are needed to treat scabies. The cream most often used is permethrin 5%. Other creams include benzyl benzoate, sulfur in petrolatum, and crotamiton. Apply the medicine all over your body. Creams may be used as a one-time treatment or they may be repeated in 1 week. For hard to treat cases, the provider may also prescribe a pill known as ivermectin as a one-time dose. Itching may continue for 2 weeks or more after treatment begins. It will disappear if you follow the provider's treatment plan. Most cases of scabies can be cured without any long-term problems. A severe case with a lot of scaling or crusting may be a sign that the person has a weakened immune system. Intense scratching can cause a secondary skin infection, such as impetigo. Call your provider if: You have symptoms of scabies. A person you have been in close contact with has been diagnosed with scabies. Human scabies; Sarcoptes scabiei. Scabies rash and excoriation on the hand Scabies rash and excoriation on the hand Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph of the stool Scabies mite, photomicrograph of the stool Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, photomicrograph Scabies mite, eggs, and stool photomicrograph Scabies mite, eggs, and stool photomicrograph. Diaz JH. Scabies. Encyclopedia Entry for Scabies : Scabies. Source of disease: Sarcoptes scabiei |
| Scandium 21 | XTRA | 517.05,557.4,11860.35 | Metal element. |
| Scarlet Fever | CAFL | 437,880,787,727,690,666 | Causes rash, strawberry tongue, sore throat, swollen glands, headache, and fever. Use Streptococcus Pyogenes. Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever - Scarlatina- Streptococcus group A (Streptococcus pyogenes) Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever. Scarlet fever was once a very serious childhood disease, but now it is easy to treat. The streptococcal bacteria that cause it produce a toxin that leads to the red rash the illness is named for. The main risk factor for getting scarlet fever is infection with the bacteria that cause strep throat. An outbreak of strep throat or scarlet fever in the community, neighborhood, or school may increase the risk of infection. The time between infection and symptoms is short, most often 1 to 2 days. The illness will likely begin with a fever and sore throat. The rash first appears on the neck and chest, then spreads over the body. People say it feels like sandpaper. The texture of the rash is more important than the appearance to confirm the diagnosis. The rash can last for more than a week. As the rash fades, the skin around the fingertips, toes, and groin area may peel. Other symptoms include: Abdominal pain Bright red color in the creases of the underarm and groin Chills Fever General discomfort (malaise) Headache Muscle aches Sore throat Swollen, red tongue (strawberry tongue) Vomiting. Your health care provider may check for scarlet fever by doing a: Physical examination Throat culture that shows bacteria from group A streptococcus Throat swab to do a test called rapid antigen detection. Antibiotics are used to kill the bacteria that cause the throat infection. This is crucial to prevent rheumatic fever, a serious complication of strep throat and scarlet fever. With proper antibiotic treatment, the symptoms of scarlet fever should get better quickly. However, the rash can last for up to 2 to 3 weeks before it fully goes away. Complications are rare with the right treatment, but may include: Acute rheumatic fever , which can affect the heart, joints, skin, and brain Ear infection Kidney damage Liver damage Pneumonia Sinus infection Swollen lymph glands or abscess. Call your provider if: You develop symptoms of scarlet fever Your symptoms do not go away 24 hours after beginning antibiotic treatment You develop new symptoms. Bacteria are spread by direct contact with infected people, or by droplets an infected person coughs or exhales. Avoid contact with infected people. Scarlatina; Strep infection - scarlet fever; Streptococcus - scarlet fever. Signs of scarlet fever Signs of scarlet fever. Bryant AE, Stevens DL. Streptococcus pyogenes. Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever. Source of disease: Group A Streptococcus species |
| Scarlet Fever | ETDF | 110,230,850,5150,15000,115270,240000,462500,750000,957300 | Causes rash, strawberry tongue, sore throat, swollen glands, headache, and fever. Use Streptococcus Pyogenes. Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever - Scarlatina- Streptococcus group A (Streptococcus pyogenes) Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever. Scarlet fever was once a very serious childhood disease, but now it is easy to treat. The streptococcal bacteria that cause it produce a toxin that leads to the red rash the illness is named for. The main risk factor for getting scarlet fever is infection with the bacteria that cause strep throat. An outbreak of strep throat or scarlet fever in the community, neighborhood, or school may increase the risk of infection. The time between infection and symptoms is short, most often 1 to 2 days. The illness will likely begin with a fever and sore throat. The rash first appears on the neck and chest, then spreads over the body. People say it feels like sandpaper. The texture of the rash is more important than the appearance to confirm the diagnosis. The rash can last for more than a week. As the rash fades, the skin around the fingertips, toes, and groin area may peel. Other symptoms include: Abdominal pain Bright red color in the creases of the underarm and groin Chills Fever General discomfort (malaise) Headache Muscle aches Sore throat Swollen, red tongue (strawberry tongue) Vomiting. Your health care provider may check for scarlet fever by doing a: Physical examination Throat culture that shows bacteria from group A streptococcus Throat swab to do a test called rapid antigen detection. Antibiotics are used to kill the bacteria that cause the throat infection. This is crucial to prevent rheumatic fever, a serious complication of strep throat and scarlet fever. With proper antibiotic treatment, the symptoms of scarlet fever should get better quickly. However, the rash can last for up to 2 to 3 weeks before it fully goes away. Complications are rare with the right treatment, but may include: Acute rheumatic fever , which can affect the heart, joints, skin, and brain Ear infection Kidney damage Liver damage Pneumonia Sinus infection Swollen lymph glands or abscess. Call your provider if: You develop symptoms of scarlet fever Your symptoms do not go away 24 hours after beginning antibiotic treatment You develop new symptoms. Bacteria are spread by direct contact with infected people, or by droplets an infected person coughs or exhales. Avoid contact with infected people. Scarlatina; Strep infection - scarlet fever; Streptococcus - scarlet fever. Signs of scarlet fever Signs of scarlet fever. Bryant AE, Stevens DL. Streptococcus pyogenes. Encyclopedia Entry for Scarlet Fever : Scarlet fever. Source of disease: Group A Streptococcus species |
| Scheuermann's Disease | ETDF | 50,460,900,2500,27500,132500,342500,485190,550000,825710 | Childhood skeletal disorder with uneven vertebral development, causing abnormal spinal curvature (kyphosis). |
| Schistosoma Haematobium | HC | 473000 | Blood fluke. Associated with bladder problems. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Haematobium, and Blood Fluke programs. |
| Schistosoma Haematobium | VEGA | 847 | Blood fluke. Associated with bladder problems. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Haematobium, and Blood Fluke programs. |
| Schistosoma Mansoni | HC | 353000 | Blood fluke which can cause bilharzia/symptoms identical to Hepatitis C. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Mansoni, and Blood Flukes programs. |
| Schistosoma Mansoni | VEGA | 329 | Blood fluke which can cause bilharzia/symptoms identical to Hepatitis C. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Mansoni, and Blood Flukes programs. |
| Schistosoma Mansoni | XTRA | 3346951.35558 | Blood fluke which can cause bilharzia/symptoms identical to Hepatitis C. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Mansoni, and Blood Flukes programs. |
| Schistosoma Mansoni 1 | XTRA | 329,9889,1035.49,1087.17,1089.25,1238.74,1257.39,1261.5,1272.83,1350.21,1431.24,1564.68,1734.89,1799.56,1910.33,11031.25 | Blood fluke which can cause bilharzia/symptoms identical to Hepatitis C. Also see Parasites Schistosoma Mansoni, and Blood Flukes programs. |
| Schistosomiasis | ETDF | 130,230,730,850,5250,137250,545750,687500,895270,976290 | Blood fluke infection. Also see Blood Flukes, Bilharzia, Schistosoma Haematobium, Parasites Schistosoma Haematobium, Schistosoma Mansoni, and Parasites Schistosoma Mansoni. Encyclopedia Entry for Schistosomiasis : Schistosomiasis - Schistosoma mansoni, S. japonicum, and S. haematobium (protozoan parasites; blood flukes) Encyclopedia Entry for Schistosomiasis : Schistosomiasis. You can get a schistosoma infection through contact with contaminated water. This parasite swims freely in open bodies of fresh water. When the parasite comes into contact with humans, it burrows into the skin and matures into another stage. Then, it travels to the lungs and liver, where it grows into the adult form of the worm. The adult worm then travels to its preferred body part, depending on its species. These areas include the: Bladder Rectum Intestines Liver Veins that carry blood from the intestines to the liver Spleen Lungs Schistosomiasis is not usually seen in the United States. It is common in many tropical and subtropical areas worldwide. Symptoms vary with the species of worm and the phase of infection. Many parasites may cause fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, and swollen liver and spleen. When the worm first gets into the skin, it may cause itching and a rash (swimmer's itch). In this condition, the schistosome is destroyed within the skin. Intestinal symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea (which may be bloody). Urinary symptoms may include frequent urination, painful urination, and blood in the urine. Your health care provider will examine you. Tests that may be done include: Antibody test to check for signs of infection Biopsy of tissue Complete blood count (CBC) to check for signs of anemia Eosinophil count to measure the number of certain white blood cells Kidney function tests Liver function tests Stool examination to look for parasite eggs Urinalysis to look for parasite eggs. This infection is usually treated with the drug praziquantel. This is usually given along with corticosteroids. If the infection is severe or involves the brain, corticosteroids may be given first. Treatment before significant damage or severe complications occur usually produces good results. These complications may occur: Bladder cancer Chronic kidney failure Chronic liver damage and an enlarged spleen Colon (large intestine) inflammation Kidney and bladder blockage High blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs ( pulmonary hypertension ) Repeated blood infections, if bacteria enter the bloodstream through an irritated colon Right-sided heart failure Seizures. Call your provider if you develop symptoms of schistosomiasis, especially if you have: Traveled to a tropical or subtropical area where the disease is known to exist Been exposed to contaminated or possibly contaminated bodies of water. Follow these steps to avoid getting this infection: Avoid swimming or bathing in contaminated or potentially contaminated water. Avoid bodies of water if you do not know whether they are safe. Snails can host this parasite. Getting rid of snails in bodies of water used by humans may help prevent infection. Bilharzia; Katayama fever; Swimmer's itch; Blood fluke; Snail fever. Swimmer Swimmer's itch Antibodies Antibodies. Bustinduy AL, King CH. Schistosomiasis. Encyclopedia Entry for Schistosomiasis : Schistosomiasis: Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease that is endemic in many developing countries. Roughly 200 million people worldwide are infected with the flukeworm, whose eggs cause the symptoms of the disease. Some 120 million of those infected are symptomatic, and 20 million suffer severely from the infection. Symptoms include rash and itchiness soon after becoming infected, followed by fever, chills, coughing, and muscle aches. Encyclopedia Entry for Schistosomiasis : Schistosomiasis. Source of disease: Schistosoma species |
| Schizencephaly | ETDF | 190,500,570,950,52300,112500,342500,567500,796500,825270 | Rare birth defect with abnormal brain clefts causing symptoms including epilepsy, motor deficits, and psychomotor retardation. |
| Schizophrenia | ETDF | 70,500,970,9000,12850,132500,337500,524370,758570,955720 | Use Tuberculosis programs. Mind Encyclopedia Entry for Schizophrenia : Schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a complex illness. Mental health experts are not sure what causes it. Genes may play a role. Schizophrenia occurs in just as many men as women. It usually begins in the teen or young adult years, but it may begin later in life. In women, it tends to begin later and is a milder condition. Schizophrenia in children usually begins after age 5. Childhood schizophrenia is rare and can be hard to tell apart from other developmental problems, such as autism spectrum disorder. Symptoms usually develop slowly over months or years. The person may have many symptoms, or only a few. People with schizophrenia may have trouble keeping friends and working. They may also have problems with anxiety , depression , and suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Early symptoms may include: Irritable or tense feelings Trouble concentrating Trouble sleeping As the illness continues, the person may have problems with thinking, emotions, and behavior, including: Hearing or seeing things that are not there ( hallucinations ) Isolation Reduced emotions in tone of voice or expression of face Problems with understanding and making decisions Problems paying attention and following through with activities Strongly held beliefs that are not real (delusions) Talking in a way that does not make sense Thoughts that 'jump' between different topics (loose associations). There are no medical tests to diagnose schizophrenia. A psychiatrist should examine the person and make the diagnosis. The diagnosis is made based on an interview of the person and family members. The psychiatrist will ask about the following: How long symptoms have lasted How the person's ability to function has changed What the person's developmental background was like About the person's genetic and family history How well medicines have worked Whether the person has problems with substance abuse Other medical conditions the person has Brain scans (such as CT or MRI) and blood tests may help rule out other conditions that have similar symptoms. During an episode of schizophrenia, the person may need to stay in the hospital for safety reasons. MEDICINES Antipsychotic drugs are the most effective treatment for schizophrenia. They change the balance of chemicals in the brain and can help control symptoms. These drugs can cause side effects, but many side effects can be managed. Side effects should not prevent the person from getting treated for this serious condition. Common side effects from antipsychotics may include: Dizziness Feelings of restlessness or jitteriness Sleepiness (sedation) Slowed movements Tremor Weight gain Long-term use of antipsychotics may increase the risk of a movement disorder called tardive dyskinesia. This condition causes repeated movements that the person cannot control. Call the health care provider right away if you think you or your family member may have this condition due to the medicine. When schizophrenia does not improve with antipsychotics, other medicines may be tried. Schizophrenia is a life-long illness. Most people with this condition need to stay on antipsychotics for life. SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND THERAPIES Support therapy may be helpful for many people with schizophrenia. Behavioral techniques, such as social skills training, can help the person function better in social and work situations. Job training and relationship-building classes are also important. Family members and caregivers are very important during treatment. Therapy can teach important skills, such as: Coping with symptoms that continue, even while taking medicines Following a healthy lifestyle, including getting enough sleep and staying away from recreational drugs Taking medicines correctly and managing side effects Watching for the return of symptoms, and knowing what to do when they return Getting the right support services. Outlook is hard to predict. Most of the time, symptoms improve with medicines. But many people may have trouble functioning. They are at risk of repeated episodes, especially during the early stages of the illness. People with schizophrenia may need housing, job training, and other community support programs. Those with the most severe forms of this disorder may not be able to live alone. They may need to live in group homes or other long-term, structured residences. Symptoms are very likely to return when medicine is stopped. Having schizophrenia increases the risk of: Developing a problem with alcohol or drugs. Using these substances increases the chances that symptoms will return. Physical illness. This is due to an inactive lifestyle and side effects of medicines. Suicide. Call your provider if you (or a family member): Hear voices telling you to hurt yourself or others Have the urge to hurt yourself or others Feel scared or overwhelmed See things that are not really there Feel that you cannot leave the house Feel that you are not able to care for yourself. Schizophrenia cannot be prevented. Symptoms may be prevented by taking medicine exactly as the doctor instructed. Symptoms are likely to return if medicine is stopped. Changing or stopping medicines should only be done by the doctor who prescribed them. Psychosis - schizophrenia; Psychotic disorders - schizophrenia. Schizophrenia Schizophrenia. American Psychiatric Association. Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. Encyclopedia Entry for Schizophrenia : Schizophrenia. Can be caused by Bornavirus, Chlamydia trachomatis, Borrelia and neonatal infection by Coxsackie B virus (an enterovirus). The influenza virus in the first trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of schizophrenia by 7-fold. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Schizophrenia Paranoid 1 | CAFL | 802,1500,1550 | Use Tuberculosis programs. Mind |
| Schnitzler Syndrome | ETDF | 130,230,750,850,5690,117250,345750,587500,695270,875980 | Rare disease with chronic Hives/Urticaria and periodic fever, bone pain and joint pain/inflammation, weight loss, malaise, fatigue, swollen lymph glands, and enlarged spleen and liver. |
| Schuman B Cell | BIO | 322,425,428,561,600,620,623,780,781,950,952,1023,1524 | The B-cell lymphomas are types of lymphoma affecting B cells. Lymphomas are blood cancers in the lymph nodes. They develop more frequently in older adults and in immunocompromised individuals. B-cell lymphomas include both Hodgkin's lymphomas and most non-Hodgkin lymphomas. |
| Schuman B Cell | CAFL | 322,425,561,600,620,623,780,781,950,952,1023,1524,1097,1100 | The B-cell lymphomas are types of lymphoma affecting B cells. Lymphomas are blood cancers in the lymph nodes. They develop more frequently in older adults and in immunocompromised individuals. B-cell lymphomas include both Hodgkin's lymphomas and most non-Hodgkin lymphomas. |
| Schuman B Cell | VEGA | 322,425,561,600,620,623,780,781,950,952,1023,1524 | The B-cell lymphomas are types of lymphoma affecting B cells. Lymphomas are blood cancers in the lymph nodes. They develop more frequently in older adults and in immunocompromised individuals. B-cell lymphomas include both Hodgkin's lymphomas and most non-Hodgkin lymphomas. |
| Schumann | XTRA | 7.83,14.3,20.8,27.3,33.8 | Earth's fundamental frequency and harmonics. Accelerate/enhance healing, increase stress tolerance, stimulate study, improve mental function, advance learning, boost creative thought and concentration |
| Schumann Resonance | CAFL | 7.83 | Fundamental frequency of the Earth. Relaxing. Other uses: healing acceleration, learning aid, stress toleration. |
| Sciatica | ETDF | 190,500,700,970,14630,42500,67500,196500,452930,777500 | Pain radiating down leg from lower back, usually due to spinal disc herniation. Also see Disc Herniated, Disc Slipped, Disc Swelling, Hernia Disc, Herniated Disc Reduce Swelling, Intervertebral Disc Displacement, Slipped Discs, Lumbar Compression,and Polyradiculopathy. Encyclopedia Entry for Sciatica : Sciatica. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower back and runs down the back of each leg. This nerve controls the muscles of the back of the knee and lower leg. It also provides sensation to the back of the thigh, part of the lower leg, and the sole of the foot. Common causes of sciatica include: Slipped disk Spinal stenosis Piriformis syndrome (a pain disorder involving the narrow muscle in the buttocks) Pelvic injury or fracture Tumors Men between 30 and 50 years of age are more likely to have sciatica. Sciatica pain can vary widely. It may feel like a mild tingling, dull ache, or burning sensation. In some cases, the pain is severe enough to make a person unable to move. The pain most often occurs on one side. Some people have sharp pain in one part of the leg or hip and numbness in other parts. The pain or numbness may also be felt on the back of the calf or on the sole of the foot. The affected leg may feel weak. Sometimes, your foot gets caught on the ground when walking. Sciatic nerve The pain may start slowly. It may get worse: After standing or sitting During certain times of the day, such as at night When sneezing, coughing, or laughing When bending backward or walking more than a few yards or meters, especially if caused by spinal stenosis. The health care provider will perform a physical exam. This may show: Weakness when bending the knee Difficulty bending the foot inward or down Difficulty walking on your toes Difficulty bending forward or backward Abnormal or weak reflexes Loss of sensation or numbness Pain when lifting the leg straight up when you're lying on the exam table Tests are often not needed unless pain is severe or long-lasting. If tests are ordered, they may include: Blood tests X-ray, MRI , or other imaging tests. As sciatica is a symptom of another medical condition, the underlying cause should be identified and treated. In some cases, no treatment is required and recovery occurs on its own. Conservative (non-surgical) treatment is best in many cases. Your provider may recommend the following steps to calm your symptoms and reduce inflammation: Apply heat or ice to the painful area. Try ice for the first 48 to 72 hours, then use heat. Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Measures to take care of your back at home may include: Bed rest is not recommended. Reduce your activity for the first couple of days. Then, slowly start your usual activities. DO NOT do heavy lifting or twisting of your back for the first 6 weeks after the pain begins. Start exercising again after 2 to 3 weeks. Include exercises to strengthen your abdominal (core) muscles and improve flexibility of your spine. Your provider may also suggest physical therapy. Additional treatments depend on the condition that is causing the sciatica. If these measures do not help, your provider may recommend injections of certain medicines to reduce swelling around the nerve. Other medicines may be prescribed to help reduce the stabbing pains due to nerve irritation. Nerve pain is very difficult to treat. If you have ongoing problems with pain, you may want to see a neurologist or a pain specialist to ensure that you have access to the widest range of treatment options. Often, sciatica gets better on its own. But it is common for it to return. More serious complications depend on the cause of sciatica, such as slipped disk or spinal stenosis. Sciatica can lead to permanent numbness or weakness of your leg. Call your provider right away if you have: Unexplained fever with back pain Back pain after a severe blow or fall Redness or swelling on the back or spine Pain traveling down your legs below the knee Weakness or numbness in your buttocks, thigh, leg, or pelvis Burning with urination or blood in your urine Pain that is worse when you lie down, or awakens you at night Severe pain and you cannot get comfortable Loss of control of urine or stool (incontinence) Also call if: You have been losing weight unintentionally (not on purpose) You use steroids or intravenous drugs You have had back pain before, but this episode is different and feels worse This episode of back pain has lasted longer than 4 weeks. Prevention varies, depending on the cause of the nerve damage. Avoid prolonged sitting or lying with pressure on the buttocks. Neuropathy - sciatic nerve; Sciatic nerve dysfunction; Low back pain - sciatica; LBP - sciatica; Lumbar radiculopathy - sciatica. Spine surgery - discharge. Sciatic nerve Sciatic nerve Cauda equina Cauda equina Sciatic nerve damage Sciatic nerve damage. Kim DH, Hudson AR, Kline DG. Sciatic nerve. Encyclopedia Entry for Sciatica : Sciatica. Can be caused by Propionibacterium acnes. Pain radiating down leg from lower back, usually due to spinal disc herniation. Also see Disc Herniated, Disc Slipped, Disc Swelling, Hernia Disc, Herniated Disc Reduce Swelling, Intervertebral Disc Displacement, Slipped Discs, Lumbar Compression,and Polyradiculopathy. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Sciatica 1 | CAFL | 254,464,465,866,15,25.4 | Pain radiating down leg from lower back, usually due to spinal disc herniation. Also see Disc Herniated, Disc Slipped, Disc Swelling, Hernia Disc, Herniated Disc Reduce Swelling, Intervertebral Disc Displacement, Slipped Discs, Lumbar Compression,and Polyradiculopathy. Back |
| Sciatica Ischias | CAFL | 1550,802,880,787,727,690,666,10 | Sciatica is a medical condition characterized by pain going down the leg from the lower back. ... Weakness or numbness may occur in various parts of the affected leg and foot. About 90% of sciatica is due to a spinal disc herniation pressing on one of the lumbar or sacral nerve roots. |
| Scimitar Syndrome | ETDF | 80,350,5150,55750,85270,92500,355720,477500,527000,661710 | Rare congenital heart defect with anomalous venous return from right lung. |
| Scleritis | ETDF | 80,350,5190,55000,72500,92500,322060,475270,827000,967000 | Serious inflammatory disease that affects white outer coating of the eye. Encyclopedia Entry for Scleritis : Scleritis. Scleritis is often linked to autoimmune diseases. These diseases occur when the body's immune system attacks and destroys healthy body tissue by mistake. Diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus can cause this problem. Sometimes the cause is unknown. Scleritis occurs most often in people between the ages of 30 and 60. It is rare in children. Symptoms of scleritis include: Blurred vision Eye pain and tenderness -- severe Red patches on the normally white part of the eye Sensitivity to light -- very painful Tearing of the eye A rare form of this disease causes no eye pain or redness. Your health care provider will perform the following tests: Eye exam Physical exam and blood tests to look for conditions that may be causing the problem It is important for your provider to determine if you have scleritis. The symptoms can also be a less severe form of inflammation, such as episcleritis. Treatments for scleritis may include: Corticosteroid eye drops to help reduce the inflammation Corticosteroid pills Newer, nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in some cases Certain anticancer drugs (immune-suppressants) for severe cases If scleritis is caused by an underlying disease, treatment of that disease may be needed. In most cases, the condition goes away with treatment. But it may come back. The disorder causing scleritis may be serious. However, it may not be discovered the first time you have the problem. The outcome will depend on the specific disorder. Complications may include: Return of scleritis Side effects of long-term corticosteroid therapy Perforation of the eyeball, leading to vision loss if the condition is left untreated. Call your provider or ophthalmologist if you have symptoms of scleritis. Most cases cannot be prevented. People with autoimmune diseases, may need to have regular check-ups with an ophthalmologist familiar with the condition. Inflammation - sclera. Eye Eye. Boyd K. Scleritis. American Academy of Ophthalmology Web site. www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-scleritis. Accessed September 1, 2016. Watson P. Diseases of the sclera and episclera. |
| Scleroderma Systemic | ETDF | 20,320,620,950,124370,325190,175000,479500,527000,667000 | Chronic systemic autoimmune disease with hardening of skin. A more severe form also affects internal organs. Also use Nanobacter programs. |
| Scleroderma V | CAFL | 4334,42046,44178,49847,55687,67868,75969,35237,54778,44837,39703,31888,34112,36769,42938,38882,48686,30121,64734,44679,70542,48450 | Chronic systemic autoimmune disease with hardening of skin. A more severe form also affects internal organs. Also use Nanobacter programs. |
| Sclerosis Lateral | CAFL | 254 | Degeneration of spinal cord resulting in spastic paraplegia. See ALS, and Spastic Paresis programs. Nerve |
| Scoliosis | ETDF | 50,240,600,5250,62500,90000,219340,422530,561930,987230 | Abnormal lateral curvatures of spine, Also see Alignment of Individual, Distortion, and Lumbar Vertebrae Deformed. Encyclopedia Entry for Scoliosis : Scoliosis - resources. Resources - scoliosis. Scoliosis Scoliosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Scoliosis : Scoliosis surgery - child. Before surgery, your child will receive general anesthesia. These are medicines that put your child into a deep sleep and unable to feel pain during the operation. During surgery, your child's surgeon will use steel rods, hooks, screws, or other metal devices to straighten your child's spine and support the bones of the spine. Bone grafts are placed to hold the spine in the correct position and keep it from curving again. The surgeon will make at least one surgical cut to get to your child's spine. This cut may be in your child's back, chest, or both places. The surgeon may also do the procedure using a special video camera. A surgical cut in the back is called the posterior approach. This surgery often takes several hours. A cut through the chest wall is called a thoracotomy. The surgeon makes a cut in your child's chest, deflates a lung, and often removes a rib. Recovery after this surgery is often faster. Some surgeons do both of these approaches together. This is a much longer and more difficult operation. Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is another technique. It is used for certain kinds of spinal curves. It takes a lot of skill, and not all surgeons are trained to do it. The child must wear a brace for around 3 months after this procedure. During the surgery: The surgeon will move muscles aside after making the cut. The joints between the different vertebrae (the bones of the spine) will be taken out. Bone grafts will often be put in to replace them. Metal instruments, such as rods, screws, hooks, or wires will also be placed to help hold the spine together until the bone grafts attach and heal. The surgeon may get bone for the grafts in these ways: The surgeon may take bone from another part of your child's body. This is called an autograft. Bone taken from a person's own body is often the best. Bone can also be taken from a bone bank, much like a blood bank. This is called an allograft. These grafts are not always as successful as autografts. Manmade (synthetic) bone substitute may also be used. Different surgeries use different types of metal instruments. These are usually left in the body after the bone fuses together. During surgery, the surgeon will use special equipment to keep an eye on the nerves that come from the spine to make sure they are not damaged. Scoliosis surgery often takes 4 to 6 hours. Braces are often tried first to keep the curve from getting worse. But, when they no longer work, the child's health care provider will recommend surgery. There are several reasons to treat scoliosis: Appearance is a major concern. Scoliosis often causes back pain. If the curve is severe enough, scoliosis affects your child's breathing. The choice of when to have surgery will vary. After the bones of the skeleton stop growing, the curve should not get much worse. Because of this, the surgeon may wait until your child's bones stop growing. Your child may need surgery before this if the curve in the spine is severe or is getting worse quickly. Surgery is often recommended for the following children and adolescents with scoliosis of unknown cause (idiopathic scoliosis): All young people whose skeletons have matured, and who have a curve greater than 45 degrees. Growing children whose curve has gone beyond 40 degrees. (Not all doctors agree on whether all children with curves of 40 degrees should have surgery.). There may be complications with any of the procedures for scoliosis repair. Risks of anesthesia and surgery in general are: Reactions to medicines or breathing problems Bleeding , blood clots , or infection Risks of scoliosis surgery are: Blood loss that requires a transfusion. Gallstones or pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) Intestinal obstruction (blockage). Nerve injury causing muscle weakness or paralysis (very rare) Lung problems up to 1 week after surgery. Breathing may not return to normal until 1 to 2 months after surgery. Problems that may develop in the future include: Fusion does not heal. This can lead to a painful condition in which a false joint grows at the site. This is called pseudarthrosis. The parts of the spine that are fused can no longer move. This puts stress on other parts of the back. The extra stress can cause back pain and make the disks break down (disk degeneration). A metal hook placed in the spine may move a little. Or, a metal rod may rub on a sensitive spot. Both of these can cause some pain. New spine problems may develop, largely in children who have surgery before their spine has stopped growing. Tell your child's provider what medicines your child is taking. This includes medicines, supplements, or herbs you bought without a prescription. Before the operation: Your child will have a complete physical exam by the doctor. Your child will learn about the surgery and what to expect. Your child will learn how to do special breathing exercises to help the lungs recover after surgery. Your child will be taught special ways to do everyday things after surgery to protect the spine. This includes learning how to move properly, changing from one position to another, and sitting, standing, and walking. Your child will be told to use a 'log-rolling' technique when getting out of bed. This means moving the entire body at once to avoid twisting the spine. Your child's provider will talk with you about having your child store some of their blood about a month before the surgery. This is so that your child's own blood can be used if a transfusion is needed during surgery. During the 2 weeks before the surgery: If your child smokes, they need to stop. People who have spine fusion and keep smoking do not heal as well. Ask the doctor for help. Two weeks before surgery, the doctor may ask you to stop giving your child medicines that make it harder for the blood to clot. These include aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn). Ask your child's doctor which medicines you should still give your child on the day of the surgery. Let the doctor know right away when your child has any cold, flu, fever, herpes breakout, or other illness before the surgery. On the day of the surgery: You will likely be asked not to give your child anything to eat or drink 6 to 12 hours before the procedure. Give your child any medicines the doctor told you to give with a small sip of water. Be sure to arrive at the hospital on time. Your child will need to stay in the hospital for about 3 to 4 days after surgery. The repaired spine should be kept in its proper position to keep it aligned. If the surgery involved a surgical cut in the chest, your child may have a tube in the chest to drain fluid buildup. This tube is often removed after 24 to 72 hours. A catheter (tube) may be placed in the bladder the first few days to help your child urinate. Your child's stomach and bowels may not work for a few days after surgery. Your child may need to receive fluids and nutrition through an intravenous (IV) line. Your child will receive pain medicine in the hospital. At first, the medicine may be delivered through a special catheter inserted into your child's back. After that, a pump may be used to control how much pain medicine your child gets. Your child may also get shots or take pain pills. Your child may have a body cast or a body brace. Follow any instructions you are given on how to care for your child at home. Your child's spine should look much straighter after surgery. There will still be some curve. It takes at least 3 months for the spinal bones to fuse together well. It will take 1 to 2 years for them to fuse completely. Fusion stops growth in the spine. This is not often a concern because most growth occurs in the long bones of the body, such as the leg bones. Children who have this surgery will probably gain height from both growth in the legs and from having a straighter spine. Spinal curvature surgery - child; Kyphoscoliosis surgery - child; Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery - child; VATS - child. Thomas MA, Therattil M. Scoliosis and kyphosis. Encyclopedia Entry for Scoliosis : Scoliosis. Most of the time, the cause of scoliosis is unknown. This is called idiopathic scoliosis. It is the most common type. It is grouped by age. In children age 3 and younger, it is called infantile scoliosis. In children age 4 through 10, it is called juvenile scoliosis. In children age 11 through 18, it is called adolescent scoliosis. Scoliosis most often affects girls. Some people are more likely to have curving of the spine. Curving generally gets worse during a growth spurt. Other types of scoliosis are: Congenital scoliosis: This type of scoliosis is present at birth. It occurs when the baby's ribs or spine bones do not form properly. Neuromuscular scoliosis: This type is caused by a nervous system problem that affects the muscles. Problems can include cerebral palsy , muscular dystrophy , spina bifida, and polio. Most often, there are no symptoms. Signs of scoliosis If there are symptoms, they may include: Backache or low-back pain that goes down the legs Weakness or tired feeling in the spine after sitting or standing for a long time Uneven hips or shoulders (one shoulder may be higher than the other) Spine curves more to one side. The health care provider will perform a physical exam. You will be asked to bend forward. This makes your spine easier to see. It may be hard to see changes in the early stages of scoliosis. Forward bend test The exam may show: One shoulder is higher than the other The pelvis is tilted X-rays of the spine are done. X-rays are important because the actual curving of the spine may be worse than what your doctor can see during an exam. Other tests may include: Spinal curve measurement (scoliometer screening) MRI of the spine CT scan of the spine to look at the bony changes. Treatment depends on many things: The cause of scoliosis Where the curve is in your spine How big the curve is If your body is still growing Most people with idiopathic scoliosis do not need treatment. But you should still be checked by a doctor about every 6 months. Scoliosis brace If you are still growing, your doctor might recommend a back brace. A back brace prevents further curving. There are many different types of braces. What kind you get depends on the size and location of your curve. Your provider will pick the best one for you and show you how to use it. Back braces can be adjusted as you grow. Back braces work best in people over age 10. Braces do not work for those with congenital or neuromuscular scoliosis. Spinal fusion You may need surgery if the spine curve is severe or getting worse very quickly. Surgery involves correcting the curve as much as possible: Surgery is done with a cut through the back, belly area, or beneath the ribs. The spine bones are held in place with 1 or 2 metal rods. The rods are held down with hooks and screws until the bone heals together. After surgery, you may need to wear a brace for a while to keep the spine still. Scoliosis treatment may also include: Emotional support: Some children, especially teens, may be self-conscious when using a back brace. Physical therapy and other specialists to help explain the treatments and make sure the brace fits correctly. Seek support and more information from organizations that specialize in scoliosis. How well a person with scoliosis does depends on the type, cause, and severity of the curve. The more severe the curving, the more likely it will get worse after the child stops growing. People with mild scoliosis do well with braces. They usually do not have long-term problems. Back pain may be more likely when the person gets older. Outlook for those with neuromuscular or congenital scoliosis varies. They may have another serious disorder, such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, so their goals are much different. Often, the goal of surgery is simply to allow a child to be able to sit upright in a wheelchair. Congenital scoliosis is difficult to treat and usually requires many surgeries. Complications of scoliosis can include: Breathing problems (in severe scoliosis) Low back pain Lower self-esteem Persistent pain if there is wear and tear of the spine bones Spinal infection after surgery Spine or nerve damage from an uncorrected curve or spinal surgery Leakage of spinal fluid. Call your provider if you suspect your child may have scoliosis. Routine scoliosis screening is now done in middle schools. Such screening has helped detect early scoliosis in many children. Spinal curvature; Infantile scoliosis; Juvenile scoliosis. Anesthesia - what to ask your doctor - child. Scoliosis Scoliosis Skeletal spine Skeletal spine Scoliosis Scoliosis Spinal curves Spinal curves Signs of scoliosis Signs of scoliosis Forward bend test Forward bend test Scoliosis brace Scoliosis brace Spinal fusion Spinal fusion. Mistovich RJ, Spiegel DA. The spine. |
| Scotoma | ETDF | 70,730,2500,5810,50000,175270,434250,566410,847960,930120 | Area of partially or completely diminished visual acuity surrounded by field of normal vision. |
| Scrub Typhus | ETDF | 20,320,620,970,12690,112500,265750,425710,745190,935700 | Form of typhus, usually caused by chigger bite. Encyclopedia Entry for Scrub Typhus : Scrub typhus - Rickettsia tsutsugamushi (G- intracellular; chigger bite) |
| Seasonal Affective Disorder | ETDF | 130,220,55000,73300,92500,132410,233910,475270,527000,667000 | Mental state and sometimes behavioral changes in response to seasonal patterns. Encyclopedia Entry for Seasonal Affective Disorder : Seasonal affective disorder. SAD may begin during the teen years or in adulthood. Like other forms of depression , it occurs more often in women than in men. People who live in places with long winter nights are at high risk of developing SAD. A less common form of the disorder involves depression during the summer months. Symptoms usually build up slowly in the late autumn and winter months. Symptoms are often the same as with other forms of depression: Hopelessness Increased appetite with weight gain (weight loss is more common with other forms of depression) Increased sleep (too little sleep is more common with other forms of depression) Less energy and ability to concentrate Loss of interest in work or other activities Sluggish movements Social withdrawal Unhappiness and irritability SAD can sometimes become long-term depression. Bipolar disorder or thoughts of suicide are also possible. There is no test for SAD. Your health care provider can make a diagnosis by asking about your history of symptoms. Your provider may also perform a physical exam and blood tests to rule out other disorders that are similar to SAD. As with other types of depression, antidepressant medicines and talk therapy can be effective. MANAGING YOUR DEPRESSION AT HOME To manage your symptoms at home: Get enough sleep. Eat healthy foods. Take medicines the right way. Ask your provider how to manage side effects. Learn to watch for early signs that your depression is getting worse. Have a plan if it does get worse. Try to exercise more often. Do activities that make you happy. DO NOT use alcohol or illegal drugs. These can make depression worse. They can also cause you to think about suicide. When you are struggling with depression, talk about how you are feeling with someone you trust. Try to be around people who are caring and positive. Volunteer or get involved in group activities. LIGHT THERAPY Your provider may prescribe light therapy. Light therapy uses a special lamp with a very bright light that mimics light from the sun: Treatment is started in the fall or early winter, before the symptoms of SAD begin. Follow your provider's instructions about how to use light therapy. One way that may be recommended is to sit a couple of feet (60 centimeters) away from the light box for about 30 minutes each day. This is often done in the early morning, to mimic sunrise. Keep your eyes open, but do not look straight into the light source. If light therapy is going to help, symptoms of depression should improve within 3 to 4 weeks. Side effects of light therapy include: Eye strain or headache Mania (rarely) People who take medicines that make them more sensitive to light, such as certain psoriasis drugs, antibiotics, or antipsychotics, should not use light therapy. A checkup with your eye doctor is recommended before starting treatment. With no treatment, symptoms usually get better on their own with the change of seasons. Symptoms can improve more quickly with treatment. The outcome is usually good with treatment. But some people have SAD throughout their lives. Get medical help right away if you have thoughts of hurting yourself or anyone else. Seasonal depression; Winter depression; Wintertime blues; SAD. Forms of depression Forms of depression. American Psychiatric Association. Depressive disorders. |
| Sedation and Pain Relief | CAFL | 304,6000 | Sedation is the reduction of irritability or agitation by administration of sedative drugs, generally to facilitate a medical procedure or diagnostic procedure. There are a range of pain relief medicines that can be bought without prescription as over-the-counter pain relievers, including paracetamol, ibuprofen and so on |
| Seizures | CAFL | 226,329,953 | Sudden attack of Convulsions and/or loss of consciousness, typical of Epilepsy and other conditions like Hyperglycemia. Nerve Encyclopedia Entry for Seizures : Seizures. It may be hard to tell if someone is having a seizure. Some seizures only cause a person to have staring spells. These may go unnoticed. Specific symptoms depend on which part of the brain is involved. Symptoms occur suddenly and may include: Brief blackout followed by a period of confusion (the person cannot remember for a short time) Changes in behavior, such as picking at one's clothing Drooling or frothing at the mouth Eye movements Grunting and snorting Loss of bladder or bowel control Mood changes, such as sudden anger, unexplainable fear, panic, joy, or laughter Shaking of the entire body Sudden falling Tasting a bitter or metallic flavor Teeth clenching Temporary stop in breathing Uncontrollable muscle spasms with twitching and jerking limbs Symptoms may stop after a few seconds or minutes, or continue for up to 15 minutes. They rarely continue longer. The person may have warning symptoms before the attack, such as: Fear or anxiety Nausea Vertigo (feeling as if you are spinning or moving) Visual symptoms (such as flashing bright lights, spots, or wavy lines before the eyes). Seizures of all types are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Causes of seizures can include: Abnormal levels of sodium or glucose in the blood Brain infection, including meningitis and encephalitis Brain injury that occurs to the baby during labor or childbirth Brain problems that occur before birth (congenital brain defects) Brain tumor (rare) Drug abuse Electric shock Epilepsy Fever (particularly in young children ) Head injury Heart disease Heat illness ( heat intolerance ) High fever Phenylketonuria ( PKU ), which can cause seizures in infants Poisoning Street drugs, such as angel dust (PCP), cocaine, amphetamines Stroke Toxemia of pregnancy Toxin buildup in the body due to liver or kidney failure Very high blood pressure ( malignant hypertension ) Venomous bites and stings ( snake bite ) Withdrawal from alcohol or certain medicines after using for a long time Sometimes, no cause can be found. This is called idiopathic seizures. They are usually seen in children and young adults, but can occur at any age. There may be a family history of epilepsy or seizures. If seizures continue repeatedly after the underlying problem is treated, the condition is called epilepsy. Most seizures stop by themselves. But during a seizure, the person can be hurt or injured. When a seizure occurs, the main goal is to protect the person from injury: Try to prevent a fall. Lay the person on the ground in a safe area. Clear the area of furniture or other sharp objects. Cushion the person's head. Loosen tight clothing, especially around the neck. Turn the person on their side. If vomiting occurs, this helps make sure that the vomit is not inhaled into the lungs. Look for a medical ID bracelet with seizure instructions. Stay with the person until he or she recovers, or until professional medical help arrives. Things friends and family members should NOT do: DO NOT restrain (try to hold down) the person. DO NOT place anything between the person's teeth during a seizure (including your fingers). DO NOT move the person unless they are in danger or near something hazardous. DO NOT try to make the person stop convulsing. They have no control over the seizure and are not aware of what is happening at the time. DO NOT give the person anything by mouth until the convulsions have stopped and the person is fully awake and alert. DO NOT start CPR unless the seizure has clearly stopped and the person is not breathing or has no pulse. If a baby or child has a seizure during a high fever, cool the child slowly with lukewarm water. DO NOT place the child in a cold bath. Call your child's health care provider and ask what you should do next. Also, ask if it is OK to give the child acetaminophen (Tylenol) once he or she is awake. Call 911 or your local emergency number if: This is the first time the person has had a seizure A seizure lasts more than 2 to 5 minutes The person does not awaken or have normal behavior after a seizure Another seizure starts soon after a seizure ends The person had a seizure in water The person is pregnant, injured, or has diabetes The person does not have a medical ID bracelet (instructions explaining what to do) There is anything different about this seizure compared to the person's usual seizures Report all seizures to the person's provider. The provider may need to adjust or change the person's medicines. A person who has had a new or severe seizure is usually seen in a hospital emergency room. The provider will try to diagnose the type of seizure based on the symptoms. Tests will be done to rule out other medical conditions that cause seizures or similar symptoms. This may include fainting, transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke, panic attacks , migraine headaches , sleep disturbances, among others. Tests that may be ordered include: Blood and urine tests CT scan of the head or MRI of the head EEG (usually not in the emergency room) Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) Further testing is needed if a person has: A new seizure without a clear cause Epilepsy (to make sure the person is taking the right amount of medicine). Secondary seizures; Reactive seizures; Seizure - secondary; Seizure - reactive; Convulsions. Brain aneurysm repair - discharge Epilepsy in children - discharge Epilepsy or seizures - discharge Epilepsy - what to ask your doctor - adult Epilepsy - what to ask your doctor - child Febrile seizures - what to ask your doctor. First aid convulsions, part 1 Convulsions - first aid - series. Krumholz A, Wiebe S, Gronseth GS, et al. Evidence-based guideline: management of an unprovoked first seizure in adults: report of the Guideline Development Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Epilepsy Society. Neurology. 2015;84(16):1705-1713. PMID 25901057 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25901057. Mikati MA, Hani AJ. Seizures in childhood. |
| Seizures | ETDF | 460,950,67500,150000,275190,519340,682450,711210,859830,922530 | Sudden attack of Convulsions and/or loss of consciousness, typical of Epilepsy and other conditions like Hyperglycemia. Encyclopedia Entry for Seizures : Seizures. It may be hard to tell if someone is having a seizure. Some seizures only cause a person to have staring spells. These may go unnoticed. Specific symptoms depend on which part of the brain is involved. Symptoms occur suddenly and may include: Brief blackout followed by a period of confusion (the person cannot remember for a short time) Changes in behavior, such as picking at one's clothing Drooling or frothing at the mouth Eye movements Grunting and snorting Loss of bladder or bowel control Mood changes, such as sudden anger, unexplainable fear, panic, joy, or laughter Shaking of the entire body Sudden falling Tasting a bitter or metallic flavor Teeth clenching Temporary stop in breathing Uncontrollable muscle spasms with twitching and jerking limbs Symptoms may stop after a few seconds or minutes, or continue for up to 15 minutes. They rarely continue longer. The person may have warning symptoms before the attack, such as: Fear or anxiety Nausea Vertigo (feeling as if you are spinning or moving) Visual symptoms (such as flashing bright lights, spots, or wavy lines before the eyes). Seizures of all types are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Causes of seizures can include: Abnormal levels of sodium or glucose in the blood Brain infection, including meningitis and encephalitis Brain injury that occurs to the baby during labor or childbirth Brain problems that occur before birth (congenital brain defects) Brain tumor (rare) Drug abuse Electric shock Epilepsy Fever (particularly in young children ) Head injury Heart disease Heat illness ( heat intolerance ) High fever Phenylketonuria ( PKU ), which can cause seizures in infants Poisoning Street drugs, such as angel dust (PCP), cocaine, amphetamines Stroke Toxemia of pregnancy Toxin buildup in the body due to liver or kidney failure Very high blood pressure ( malignant hypertension ) Venomous bites and stings ( snake bite ) Withdrawal from alcohol or certain medicines after using for a long time Sometimes, no cause can be found. This is called idiopathic seizures. They are usually seen in children and young adults, but can occur at any age. There may be a family history of epilepsy or seizures. If seizures continue repeatedly after the underlying problem is treated, the condition is called epilepsy. Most seizures stop by themselves. But during a seizure, the person can be hurt or injured. When a seizure occurs, the main goal is to protect the person from injury: Try to prevent a fall. Lay the person on the ground in a safe area. Clear the area of furniture or other sharp objects. Cushion the person's head. Loosen tight clothing, especially around the neck. Turn the person on their side. If vomiting occurs, this helps make sure that the vomit is not inhaled into the lungs. Look for a medical ID bracelet with seizure instructions. Stay with the person until he or she recovers, or until professional medical help arrives. Things friends and family members should NOT do: DO NOT restrain (try to hold down) the person. DO NOT place anything between the person's teeth during a seizure (including your fingers). DO NOT move the person unless they are in danger or near something hazardous. DO NOT try to make the person stop convulsing. They have no control over the seizure and are not aware of what is happening at the time. DO NOT give the person anything by mouth until the convulsions have stopped and the person is fully awake and alert. DO NOT start CPR unless the seizure has clearly stopped and the person is not breathing or has no pulse. If a baby or child has a seizure during a high fever, cool the child slowly with lukewarm water. DO NOT place the child in a cold bath. Call your child's health care provider and ask what you should do next. Also, ask if it is OK to give the child acetaminophen (Tylenol) once he or she is awake. Call 911 or your local emergency number if: This is the first time the person has had a seizure A seizure lasts more than 2 to 5 minutes The person does not awaken or have normal behavior after a seizure Another seizure starts soon after a seizure ends The person had a seizure in water The person is pregnant, injured, or has diabetes The person does not have a medical ID bracelet (instructions explaining what to do) There is anything different about this seizure compared to the person's usual seizures Report all seizures to the person's provider. The provider may need to adjust or change the person's medicines. A person who has had a new or severe seizure is usually seen in a hospital emergency room. The provider will try to diagnose the type of seizure based on the symptoms. Tests will be done to rule out other medical conditions that cause seizures or similar symptoms. This may include fainting, transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke, panic attacks , migraine headaches , sleep disturbances, among others. Tests that may be ordered include: Blood and urine tests CT scan of the head or MRI of the head EEG (usually not in the emergency room) Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) Further testing is needed if a person has: A new seizure without a clear cause Epilepsy (to make sure the person is taking the right amount of medicine). Secondary seizures; Reactive seizures; Seizure - secondary; Seizure - reactive; Convulsions. Brain aneurysm repair - discharge Epilepsy in children - discharge Epilepsy or seizures - discharge Epilepsy - what to ask your doctor - adult Epilepsy - what to ask your doctor - child Febrile seizures - what to ask your doctor. First aid convulsions, part 1 Convulsions - first aid - series. Krumholz A, Wiebe S, Gronseth GS, et al. Evidence-based guideline: management of an unprovoked first seizure in adults: report of the Guideline Development Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Epilepsy Society. Neurology. 2015;84(16):1705-1713. PMID 25901057 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25901057. Mikati MA, Hani AJ. Seizures in childhood. |
| Selenium | XTRA | 272 | Trace mineral element essential for cardiac health. Encyclopedia Entry for Selenium : Selenium in diet. Selenium is a trace mineral. Your body only needs it in small amounts. Selenium helps your body make special proteins, called antioxidant enzymes. These play a role in preventing cell damage. Some research suggests that selenium may help with the following: Prevent certain cancers Protect the body from the poisonous effects of heavy metals and other harmful substances More studies on the benefits of selenium are needed. Currently, taking a selenium supplement in addition to food sources of selenium is not currently recommended for these conditions. Plant foods, such as vegetables, are the most common dietary sources of selenium. How much selenium is in the vegetables you eat depends on how much of the mineral was in the soil where the plants grew. Brazil nuts are a very good source of selenium. Fish, shellfish , red meat, grains, eggs, chicken, liver, and garlic are also good sources. Meats produced from animals that ate grains or plants found in selenium-rich soil have higher levels of selenium. Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, and enriched breads are also good sources of selenium. Selenium deficiency is rare in people in the United States. However, deficiency may occur when a person is fed through a vein (IV line) for long periods of time. Keshan disease is caused by a lack of selenium. This leads to an abnormality of the heart muscle. Keshan disease caused many childhood deaths in China until the link to selenium was discovered and supplements were provided. Two other diseases have been linked to selenium deficiency: Kashin-Beck disease, which results in joint and bone disease Myxedematous endemic cretinism, which results in intellectual disability Severe gastrointestinal disorders may also affect the body's ability to absorb selenium. Such disorders include Crohn disease. Too much selenium in the blood can cause a condition called selenosis. Selenosis can cause hair loss, nail problems, nausea, irritability, fatigue, and mild nerve damage. However, selenium toxicity is rare in the United States. Recommendations for selenium, as well as other nutrients, are provided in the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) developed by the Food and Nutrition Board at the Institute of Medicine. DRI is a term for a set of reference intakes that are used to plan and assess the nutrient intakes of healthy people. How much of each vitamin you need depends on your age and gender. Other factors, such as pregnancy and illnesses, are also important. Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding need higher amounts. Ask your health care provider which amount is best for you. These values include: Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA): The average daily level of intake that is enough to meet the nutrient needs of nearly all (97% to 98%) healthy people. An RDA is an intake level based on scientific research evidence. Adequate Intake (AI): This level is established when there is not enough scientific research evidence to develop an RDA. It is set at a level that is thought to ensure enough nutrition. Infants (AI) 0 to 6 months: 15 micrograms per day (mcg/day) 7 to 12 months: 20 mcg/day Children (RDA) Age 1 to 3: 20 mcg/day Age 4 to 8: 30 mcg/day Age 9 to 13: 40 mcg/day Adolescents and adults (RDA) Males, age 14 and older: 55 mcg/day Females, age 14 and older: 55 mcg/day Pregnant females: 60 mcg/day Lactating females: 70 mcg/day The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods. Selenium - antioxidant Selenium - antioxidant. Institute of Medicine. Food and Nutrition Board. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. National Academies Press. Washington, DC, 2000. PMID: 25077263 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25077263. Mason JB. Vitamins, trace minerals, and other micronutrients. |
| Selenium 34 | XTRA | 406.41,438.12,18644.52 | Trace mineral element essential for cardiac health. |
| Self Respect | XTRA | 5,078,621 | Outwardly, we are successful in at least some of the ways our society defines success, and that contributes to our self-esteem. Mind |
| Self-assembly of Body | XTRA | 9,187,948,181 | Anatomical assembly Mind |
| Seminal Vesiculitis | XTRA | 393,433,2712 | Inflammation of seminal vesicles, glands which contribute to semen manufacture. Usually bacterial. Other use: Tetragenus. Encyclopedia Entry for Seminal Vesiculitis : Seminal Vesiculitis. Inflammation of seminal vesicles, glands which contribute to semen manufacture. Usually bacterial. Can be caused by Gonococco, Streptococco, Enterococco, Trichonomas. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Sepsis | ETDF | 70,220,32500,93500,175750,479930,527000,667000,721000,986220 | Condition where immune response to infection harms tissues or organs. Usually bacterial, but can be fungal, viral, or parasitical. Encyclopedia Entry for Sepsis : Sepsis- See Septic Shock below. Encyclopedia Entry for Sepsis : Sepsis. The symptoms of sepsis are not caused by the germs themselves. Instead, chemicals the body releases cause the response. A bacterial infection anywhere in the body may set off the response that leads to sepsis. Common places where an infection might start include the: Bloodstream Bones (common in children) Bowel (usually seen with peritonitis ) Kidneys (upper urinary tract infection , pyelonephritis or urosepsis) Lining of the brain ( meningitis ) Liver or gallbladder Lungs ( bacterial pneumonia ) Skin ( cellulitis ) For people in the hospital, common sites of infection include intravenous lines, surgical wounds, surgical drains, and sites of skin breakdown, known as bedsores or pressure ulcers. Sepsis commonly affects infants or older adults. In sepsis, blood pressure drops, resulting in shock. Major organs and body systems, including the kidneys, liver, lungs, and central nervous system may stop working properly because of poor blood flow. A change in mental status and very fast breathing may be the earliest signs of sepsis. In general, symptoms of sepsis can include: Chills Confusion or delirium Fever or low body temperature ( hypothermia ) Lightheadedness due to low blood pressure Rapid heartbeat Skin rash or mottled skin Warm skin. The health care provider will examine the person and ask about the person's medical history. The infection is often confirmed by a blood test. But a blood test may not reveal infection in people who have been receiving antibiotics. Some infections that can cause sepsis cannot be diagnosed by a blood test. Other tests that may be done include: Blood differential Blood gases Kidney function tests Platelet count and fibrin degradation products , to check for bleeding risk White blood cell count. A person with sepsis will be admitted to a hospital, usually in the intensive care unit (ICU). Antibiotics are usually given through a vein (intravenously). Other medical treatments include: Oxygen to help with breathing Fluids given through a vein Medicines that increase blood pressure Dialysis if there is kidney failure A breathing machine ( mechanical ventilation ) if there is lung failure. Sepsis is often life threatening, especially in people with a weak immune system or a long-term (chronic) illness. Damage caused by a drop in blood flow to vital organs such as the brain, heart, and kidneys may take time to improve. There may be long-term problems with these organs. The risk of sepsis can be reduced by getting all recommended vaccines. In the hospital, careful hand washing can help prevent hospital-acquired infections that lead to sepsis. Prompt removal of urinary catheters and IV lines when they are no longer needed can also help prevent infections that lead to sepsis. Septicemia; Sepsis syndrome; Systemic inflammatory response syndrome; SIRS; Septic shock. Munford RS, Suffredini AF. Sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock. Encyclopedia Entry for Sepsis : Sepsis. Source of disease: multiple |
| Septo-Optic Dysplasia | ETDF | 220,970,7500,85190,96500,95750,175000,524370,655200,995200 | Rare congenital malformation syndrome with underdevelopment of optic nerve, pituitary gland dysfunction, and absence of septum pellucidum (part of brain). Also see Schizencephaly. |
| Serotonin | XTRA | 2.5,10,80,160 | Regulatory neurotransmitter found in GI tract, blood platelets, and nervous system, with many functions including mood, sleep, appetite, and blood clotting. Encyclopedia Entry for Serotonin : Serotonin blood test. A blood sample is needed. No special preparation is needed. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel slight pain. Others feel a prick or stinging. Afterward, there may be some throbbing or a slight bruise. This soon goes away. Serotonin is a chemical produced by nerve cells. This test may be done to diagnose carcinoid syndrome. Carcinoid syndrome is a group of symptoms associated with carcinoid tumors. These are tumors of the small intestine, colon, appendix, and bronchial tubes in the lungs. People with carcinoid syndrome often have high levels of serotonin in the blood. The normal range is 50 to 200 ng/mL (0.28 to 1.14 mol/L). Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. A higher-than-normal level may indicate carcinoid syndrome. There is very little risk in having your blood taken. Veins and arteries vary in size from one person to another, and from one side of the body to the other. Taking blood from some people may be more difficult than from others. Other risks may include: Excessive bleeding Fainting or feeling lightheaded Hematoma (blood accumulating under the skin) Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken). 5-HT level; 5-hydroxytryptamine level; Serotonin test. Blood test Blood test. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine) - serum or blood. Encyclopedia Entry for Serotonin : Serotonin syndrome. SS most often occurs when two medicines that affect the body's level of serotonin are taken together at the same time. The medicines cause too much serotonin to be released or to remain in the brain area. For example, you can develop this syndrome if you take migraine medicines called triptans together with antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and selective serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Common SSRIs include citalopram (Celexa), sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), and escitalopram (Lexapro). SSNRIs include duloxetine (Cymbalta) and venlafaxine (Effexor). Common triptans include sumatriptan (Imitrex), zolmitriptan (Zomig), frovatriptan (Frova), rizatriptan (Maxalt), almotriptan (Axert), naratriptan (Amerge), and eletriptan (Relpax). If you take these medicines, be sure to read the warning on the packaging. It tells you about the potential risk of serotonin syndrome. However, do not stop taking your medicine. Talk to your doctor about your concerns first. SS is more likely to occur on starting or increasing the medicine. Older antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) can also cause SS with the medicines described above, as well as meperidine (Demerol, a painkiller) or dextromethorphan (cough medicine). Drugs of abuse, such as ecstasy, LSD , cocaine , and amphetamines have also been associated with SS. Symptoms occur within minutes to hours, and may include: Agitation or restlessness Abnormal eye movements Diarrhea Fast heartbeat and high blood pressure Hallucinations Increased body temperature Loss of coordination Nausea and vomiting Overactive reflexes Rapid changes in blood pressure. The diagnosis is usually made by asking the person questions about medical history, including the types of drugs. To be diagnosed with SS, the person must have been taking a drug that changes the body's serotonin level (serotonergic drug) and have at least three of the following signs or symptoms: Agitation Abnormal eye movements (ocular clonus, this is a key finding in establishing a diagnosis of SS) Diarrhea Heavy sweating not due to activity Fever Mental status changes, such as confusion or hypomania Muscle spasms (myoclonus) Overactive reflexes ( hyperreflexia ) Shivering Tremor Uncoordinated movements (ataxia) SS is not diagnosed until all other possible causes have been ruled out. This may include infections, intoxication, metabolic and hormone problems, and drug or alcohol withdrawal. Some symptoms of SS can mimic those due to an overdose of cocaine, lithium, or an MAOI. If a person has just started taking or increased the dosage of a tranquilizer (neuroleptic drug), other conditions such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) will be considered. Tests may include: Blood cultures (to check for infection) Complete blood count (CBC) CT scan of the brain Drug (toxicology) and alcohol screen Electrolyte levels Electrocardiogram (ECG) Kidney and liver function tests Thyroid function tests. People with SS will likely stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours for close observation. Treatment may include: Benzodiazepine medicines, such as diazepam (Valium) or lorazepam (Ativan) to decrease agitation, seizure-like movements, and muscle stiffness Cyproheptadine (Periactin), a drug that blocks serotonin production Intravenous (through the vein) fluids Withdrawal of medicines that caused the syndrome In life-threatening cases, medicines that keep the muscles still (paralyze them), and a temporary breathing tube and breathing machine will be needed to prevent further muscle damage. People may get slowly worse and can become severely ill if not quickly treated. Untreated, SS can be deadly. With treatment, symptoms usually go away in less than 24 hours. Uncontrolled muscle spasms can cause severe muscle breakdown. The products produced when the muscles break down are released into the blood and eventually go through the kidneys. This can cause severe kidney damage if SS isn't recognized and treated properly. Call your health care provider right away if you have symptoms of serotonin syndrome. Always tell your providers which medicines you take. People who take triptans with SSRIs or SSNRIs should be closely followed, especially right after starting a medicine or increasing its dosage. Hyperserotonemia; Serotonergic syndrome; Serotonin toxicity; SSRI - serotonin syndrome; MAO - serotonin syndrome. Fricchione GL, Beach SR, Huffman JC, Bush G, Stern TA. Life-threatening conditions in psychiatry: catatonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and serotonin syndrome. |
| Serotonin | XTRA | 2.5,10,22.027,80,160 | Regulatory neurotransmitter found in GI tract, blood platelets, and nervous system, with many functions including mood, sleep, appetite, and blood clotting. Encyclopedia Entry for Serotonin : Serotonin blood test. A blood sample is needed. No special preparation is needed. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel slight pain. Others feel a prick or stinging. Afterward, there may be some throbbing or a slight bruise. This soon goes away. Serotonin is a chemical produced by nerve cells. This test may be done to diagnose carcinoid syndrome. Carcinoid syndrome is a group of symptoms associated with carcinoid tumors. These are tumors of the small intestine, colon, appendix, and bronchial tubes in the lungs. People with carcinoid syndrome often have high levels of serotonin in the blood. The normal range is 50 to 200 ng/mL (0.28 to 1.14 mol/L). Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Some labs use different measurements or test different samples. Talk to your health care provider about the meaning of your specific test results. A higher-than-normal level may indicate carcinoid syndrome. There is very little risk in having your blood taken. Veins and arteries vary in size from one person to another, and from one side of the body to the other. Taking blood from some people may be more difficult than from others. Other risks may include: Excessive bleeding Fainting or feeling lightheaded Hematoma (blood accumulating under the skin) Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken). 5-HT level; 5-hydroxytryptamine level; Serotonin test. Blood test Blood test. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine) - serum or blood. Encyclopedia Entry for Serotonin : Serotonin syndrome. SS most often occurs when two medicines that affect the body's level of serotonin are taken together at the same time. The medicines cause too much serotonin to be released or to remain in the brain area. For example, you can develop this syndrome if you take migraine medicines called triptans together with antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and selective serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Common SSRIs include citalopram (Celexa), sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), and escitalopram (Lexapro). SSNRIs include duloxetine (Cymbalta) and venlafaxine (Effexor). Common triptans include sumatriptan (Imitrex), zolmitriptan (Zomig), frovatriptan (Frova), rizatriptan (Maxalt), almotriptan (Axert), naratriptan (Amerge), and eletriptan (Relpax). If you take these medicines, be sure to read the warning on the packaging. It tells you about the potential risk of serotonin syndrome. However, do not stop taking your medicine. Talk to your doctor about your concerns first. SS is more likely to occur on starting or increasing the medicine. Older antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) can also cause SS with the medicines described above, as well as meperidine (Demerol, a painkiller) or dextromethorphan (cough medicine). Drugs of abuse, such as ecstasy, LSD , cocaine , and amphetamines have also been associated with SS. Symptoms occur within minutes to hours, and may include: Agitation or restlessness Abnormal eye movements Diarrhea Fast heartbeat and high blood pressure Hallucinations Increased body temperature Loss of coordination Nausea and vomiting Overactive reflexes Rapid changes in blood pressure. The diagnosis is usually made by asking the person questions about medical history, including the types of drugs. To be diagnosed with SS, the person must have been taking a drug that changes the body's serotonin level (serotonergic drug) and have at least three of the following signs or symptoms: Agitation Abnormal eye movements (ocular clonus, this is a key finding in establishing a diagnosis of SS) Diarrhea Heavy sweating not due to activity Fever Mental status changes, such as confusion or hypomania Muscle spasms (myoclonus) Overactive reflexes ( hyperreflexia ) Shivering Tremor Uncoordinated movements (ataxia) SS is not diagnosed until all other possible causes have been ruled out. This may include infections, intoxication, metabolic and hormone problems, and drug or alcohol withdrawal. Some symptoms of SS can mimic those due to an overdose of cocaine, lithium, or an MAOI. If a person has just started taking or increased the dosage of a tranquilizer (neuroleptic drug), other conditions such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) will be considered. Tests may include: Blood cultures (to check for infection) Complete blood count (CBC) CT scan of the brain Drug (toxicology) and alcohol screen Electrolyte levels Electrocardiogram (ECG) Kidney and liver function tests Thyroid function tests. People with SS will likely stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours for close observation. Treatment may include: Benzodiazepine medicines, such as diazepam (Valium) or lorazepam (Ativan) to decrease agitation, seizure-like movements, and muscle stiffness Cyproheptadine (Periactin), a drug that blocks serotonin production Intravenous (through the vein) fluids Withdrawal of medicines that caused the syndrome In life-threatening cases, medicines that keep the muscles still (paralyze them), and a temporary breathing tube and breathing machine will be needed to prevent further muscle damage. People may get slowly worse and can become severely ill if not quickly treated. Untreated, SS can be deadly. With treatment, symptoms usually go away in less than 24 hours. Uncontrolled muscle spasms can cause severe muscle breakdown. The products produced when the muscles break down are released into the blood and eventually go through the kidneys. This can cause severe kidney damage if SS isn't recognized and treated properly. Call your health care provider right away if you have symptoms of serotonin syndrome. Always tell your providers which medicines you take. People who take triptans with SSRIs or SSNRIs should be closely followed, especially right after starting a medicine or increasing its dosage. Hyperserotonemia; Serotonergic syndrome; Serotonin toxicity; SSRI - serotonin syndrome; MAO - serotonin syndrome. Fricchione GL, Beach SR, Huffman JC, Bush G, Stern TA. Life-threatening conditions in psychiatry: catatonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and serotonin syndrome. |
| Serotonin Syndrome | ETDF | 70,780,1300,21900,65190,322060,479930,527000,667000,742000 | Excessive levels of serotonin that may occur after drug administration, combination, overdose of particular drugs, or recreational use of certain drugs. Encyclopedia Entry for Serotonin Syndrome : Serotonin syndrome. SS most often occurs when two medicines that affect the body's level of serotonin are taken together at the same time. The medicines cause too much serotonin to be released or to remain in the brain area. For example, you can develop this syndrome if you take migraine medicines called triptans together with antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and selective serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs). Common SSRIs include citalopram (Celexa), sertraline (Zoloft), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), and escitalopram (Lexapro). SSNRIs include duloxetine (Cymbalta) and venlafaxine (Effexor). Common triptans include sumatriptan (Imitrex), zolmitriptan (Zomig), frovatriptan (Frova), rizatriptan (Maxalt), almotriptan (Axert), naratriptan (Amerge), and eletriptan (Relpax). If you take these medicines, be sure to read the warning on the packaging. It tells you about the potential risk of serotonin syndrome. However, do not stop taking your medicine. Talk to your doctor about your concerns first. SS is more likely to occur on starting or increasing the medicine. Older antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) can also cause SS with the medicines described above, as well as meperidine (Demerol, a painkiller) or dextromethorphan (cough medicine). Drugs of abuse, such as ecstasy, LSD , cocaine , and amphetamines have also been associated with SS. Symptoms occur within minutes to hours, and may include: Agitation or restlessness Abnormal eye movements Diarrhea Fast heartbeat and high blood pressure Hallucinations Increased body temperature Loss of coordination Nausea and vomiting Overactive reflexes Rapid changes in blood pressure. The diagnosis is usually made by asking the person questions about medical history, including the types of drugs. To be diagnosed with SS, the person must have been taking a drug that changes the body's serotonin level (serotonergic drug) and have at least three of the following signs or symptoms: Agitation Abnormal eye movements (ocular clonus, this is a key finding in establishing a diagnosis of SS) Diarrhea Heavy sweating not due to activity Fever Mental status changes, such as confusion or hypomania Muscle spasms (myoclonus) Overactive reflexes ( hyperreflexia ) Shivering Tremor Uncoordinated movements (ataxia) SS is not diagnosed until all other possible causes have been ruled out. This may include infections, intoxication, metabolic and hormone problems, and drug or alcohol withdrawal. Some symptoms of SS can mimic those due to an overdose of cocaine, lithium, or an MAOI. If a person has just started taking or increased the dosage of a tranquilizer (neuroleptic drug), other conditions such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) will be considered. Tests may include: Blood cultures (to check for infection) Complete blood count (CBC) CT scan of the brain Drug (toxicology) and alcohol screen Electrolyte levels Electrocardiogram (ECG) Kidney and liver function tests Thyroid function tests. People with SS will likely stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours for close observation. Treatment may include: Benzodiazepine medicines, such as diazepam (Valium) or lorazepam (Ativan) to decrease agitation, seizure-like movements, and muscle stiffness Cyproheptadine (Periactin), a drug that blocks serotonin production Intravenous (through the vein) fluids Withdrawal of medicines that caused the syndrome In life-threatening cases, medicines that keep the muscles still (paralyze them), and a temporary breathing tube and breathing machine will be needed to prevent further muscle damage. People may get slowly worse and can become severely ill if not quickly treated. Untreated, SS can be deadly. With treatment, symptoms usually go away in less than 24 hours. Uncontrolled muscle spasms can cause severe muscle breakdown. The products produced when the muscles break down are released into the blood and eventually go through the kidneys. This can cause severe kidney damage if SS isn't recognized and treated properly. Call your health care provider right away if you have symptoms of serotonin syndrome. Always tell your providers which medicines you take. People who take triptans with SSRIs or SSNRIs should be closely followed, especially right after starting a medicine or increasing its dosage. Hyperserotonemia; Serotonergic syndrome; Serotonin toxicity; SSRI - serotonin syndrome; MAO - serotonin syndrome. Fricchione GL, Beach SR, Huffman JC, Bush G, Stern TA. Life-threatening conditions in psychiatry: catatonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and serotonin syndrome. |
| Serrapeptase 3 | XTRA | 77405649416000000000000000 | From BL. Fundamental frequency. Do not use if taking blood thinners. |
| Serratia Marcescens | XTRA | 20010.1057,24755.6555 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon. |
| Serratia Marcescens 1 | XTRA | 866.2,970.03,872.76,11003.12,21840.63,21937.5 | Hospital-acquired bacteria causing bacteremia, urinary tract, eye, and wound infections. Weaponised, and common in Morgellons. |
| Serratia Marcescens Sweep | HC | 351000,349450-352100 | Hospital-acquired bacteria causing bacteremia, urinary tract, eye, and wound infections. Weaponised, and common in Morgellons. |
| Serum Schweinepest | CAFL | 503,246,604,465 | Classical swine fever, or hog cholera, a highly contagious disease of swine. |
| Serum Schweinepest | VEGA | 503 | Classical swine fever, or hog cholera, a highly contagious disease of swine. |
| Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome | ETDF | 60,520,15170,42500,125710,376290,514350,682450,759830,918500 | Also called SARS, or Sars. Also see Sars, and use Streptococcus Pneumoniae programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome : Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome- SARS-coronavirus or SARS-CoV Encyclopedia Entry for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome : Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). SARS is caused by a member of the coronavirus family of viruses (the same family that can cause the common cold ). It is believed the 2003 epidemic started when the virus spread from small mammals in China. When someone with SARS coughs or sneezes, infected droplets spray into the air. You can catch the SARS virus if you breathe in or touch these particles. The SARS virus may live on hands, tissues, and other surfaces for up to 6 hours in these droplets and up to 3 hours after the droplets have dried. While the spread of droplets through close contact caused most of the early SARS cases, SARS might also spread by hands and other objects the droplets has touched. Airborne transmission is a real possibility in some cases. Live virus has even been found in the stool of people with SARS, where it has been shown to live for up to 4 days. The virus may be able to live for months or years when the temperature is below freezing. With other coronaviruses, becoming infected and then getting sick again (reinfection) is common. This may also be the case with SARS. Symptoms usually occur about 2 to 10 days after coming in contact with the virus. In some cases, SARS started sooner or later after first contact. People with active symptoms of illness are contagious. But it is not known for how long a person may be contagious before or after symptoms appear. The main symptoms are: Cough Difficulty breathing Fever greater than 100.4 F (38.0 C) Other breathing symptoms The most common symptoms are: Chills and shaking Cough, usually starts 2 to 3 days after other symptoms Fever Headache Muscle aches Less common symptoms include: Cough that produces phlegm (sputum) Diarrhea Dizziness Nausea and vomiting Runny nose Sore throat In some people, the lung symptoms get worse during the second week of illness, even after the fever has stopped. Your health care provider may hear abnormal lung sounds while listening to your chest with a stethoscope. In most people with SARS, a chest x-ray or chest CT show pneumonia, which is typical with SARS. Tests used to diagnose SARS might include: Arterial blood tests Blood clotting tests Blood chemistry tests Chest x-ray or chest CT scan Complete blood count (CBC) Tests used to quickly identify the virus that causes SARS include: Antibody tests for SARS Direct isolation of the SARS virus Rapid polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test for SARS virus All current tests have some limitations. They may not be able to easily identify a SARS case during the first week of the illness, when it is most important. People who are thought to have SARS should be checked right away by a provider. If they are suspected of having SARS, they should be kept isolated in the hospital. Treatment may include: Antibiotics to treat bacteria that cause pneumonia (until bacterial pneumonia is ruled out or if there is bacterial pneumonia in addition to SARS) Antiviral medicines (although how well they work for SARS is unknown) High doses of steroids to reduce swelling in the lungs (it is not known how well they work) Oxygen, breathing support (mechanical ventilation), or chest therapy In some serious cases, the liquid part of blood from people who have already recovered from SARS has been given as a treatment. There is no strong evidence that these treatments work well. There is evidence that the antiviral medicine, ribavirin, does not work. In the 2004 outbreak, the death rate from SARS was 9% to 12% of those diagnosed. In people over age 65, the death rate was higher than 50%. The illness was milder in younger people. In the older population, many more people became sick enough to need breathing assistance. And even more people had to go to hospital intensive care units. Public health policies have been effective at controlling outbreaks. Many nations have stopped the epidemic in their own countries. All countries must continue to be careful to keep this disease under control. Viruses in the coronavirus family are known for their ability to change (mutate) in order to spread among humans. Complications may include: Respiratory failure Liver failure Heart failure. Call your provider if you or someone you have been in close contact with SARS. Reducing your contact with people who have SARS lowers your risk for the disease. Avoid travel to places where there is an uncontrolled SARS outbreak. When possible, avoid direct contact with people who have SARS until at least 10 days after their fever and other symptoms are gone. Hand hygiene is the most important part of SARS prevention. Wash your hands or clean them with an alcohol-based instant hand sanitizer. Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough. Droplets that are released when a person sneezes or coughs are infectious. DO NOT share food, drink, or utensils. Clean commonly touched surfaces with an EPA-approved disinfectant. Masks and goggles may be useful for preventing the spread of the disease. You may use gloves when handling items that may have touched infected droplets. SARS; Respiratory failure - SARS. Lungs Lungs Respiratory system Respiratory system. Gerber SI, Anderson LJ. Coronaviruses. |
| Severe Combined Immunodeficiency | ETDF | 70,240,35190,150000,375000,477500,527000,662710,749000,969670 | Genetic disorder with disturbed development of functional T cells and B cells, caused by numerous genetic mutations. |
| Sever's Disease/Calcaneal Apophysitis | ETDF | 40,410,730,900,65170,234250,300000,479500,527000,838900 | Painful inflammation of growth plate in heel of growing children, typically adolescents. |
| Sever's Disease/Calcaneal Apophysitis | KHZ | 10,410,730,900,65170,234250,300000,479500,527000,838900 | Painful inflammation of growth plate in heel of growing children, typically adolescents. |
| Sexual (Male) erectile dysfunction | ETDF | 120,560,1760,8320,40310,43890,291240,581260,638190,708920 | Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex. Having erection trouble from time to time isn't necessarily a cause for concern. |
| Sexual Diseases | CAFL | 20,625,660,727,800,880,1500,1850 | Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are infections that are commonly spread by sexual activity, especially vaginal intercourse, anal sex and oral sex. |
| Sexual Disorders General program | ETDF | 120,560,34210,53770,291240,381610,502360,581260,638190,708920 | Sexual dysfunction generally is classified into four categories: Desire disorders Ńlack of sexual desire or interest in sex. Arousal disorders Ńinability to become physically aroused or excited during sexual activity. Orgasm disorders Ńdelay or absence of orgasm. |
| Sexual Dysfunction Men | CAFL | 9.39,20,72,73.95,124,465,600,625,650,666,690,727,787,802,880,2008,2112,2127 | See Erectile Dysfunction, Impotence, Nitric Oxide Generate, and Sacral, Zinc Etc. Also see Circulation, and Circulatory programs, and Orchitis. |
| Sexual Libido Boost | ETDF | 270,560,1760,9260,27050,39150,93150,120070,291240,708920 | Sexual desire is complex, with both psychological and physical components. Even when a person has a physical condition that affects libido, such as diabetes, improving the emotional and psychological response to sex can improve libido and sexual functioning. |
| Sexual Weakness | CAFL | 20,727,880,10000 | Male-female. |
| Sexuality | XTRA | 9,221.23 | Human sexuality is the way people experience and express themselves sexually. This involves biological, erotic, physical, emotional, social, or spiritual feelings and behaviors. |
| Sexually Transmitted Diseases Bacterial | ETDF | 40,410,17500,65190,222530,315500,477500,527000,667000,752700 | STDs are sexually transmitted diseases. This means they are most often -- but not exclusively -- spread by sexual intercourse. HIV, chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts, gonorrhea, some forms of hepatitis, syphilis, and trichomoniasis are STDs. |
| Sexually Transmitted Diseases Bacterial | KHZ | 10,410,17500,65190,222530,315500,477500,527000,667000,752700 | Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are generally acquired by sexual contact. The organisms that cause sexually transmitted diseases may pass from person to person in blood, semen, or vaginal and other bodily fluids. Sometimes these infections can be transmitted nonsexually, such as from mother to infant during pregnancy or childbirth, or through blood transfusions or shared needles. It's possible to contract sexually transmitted diseases from people who seem perfectly healthy, and who may not even be aware of the infection. STDs don't always cause symptoms, which is one of the reasons experts prefer the term sexually transmitted infections to sexually transmitted diseases.Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can have a range of signs and symptoms, including no symptoms. That's why they may go unnoticed until complications occur or a partner is diagnosed. Signs and symptoms that might indicate an STI include: Sores or bumps on the genitals or in the oral or rectal area Painful or burning urination Discharge from the penis Unusual or odd-smelling vaginal discharge Unusual vaginal bleeding Pain during sex Sore, swollen lymph nodes, particularly in the groin but sometimes more widespread Lower abdominal pain Fever Rash over the trunk, hands or feet |
| Shigella | CAFL | 621,762,769,770,1550,802,832 | Can cause acute Dysentery, and Diarrhea as well as chronically infect nerves, brain, and spinal cord. |
| Shigella Dysenteriae | HC | 390089 | Causes severe Dysentery. Specific single frequency. |
| Shigella Dysenteriae Intestinal Problems | ETDF | 390090 | Causes severe Dysentery. Specific single frequency. |
| Shigella Flexneri | ETDF | 394000 | Causes Diarrhea. |
| Shigella Infections General | ETDF | 3000,73300,95750,175000,269710,318000,390090,394000,426220,512810 | Causes GI tract problems, mainly Diarrhea - see appropriate programs. |
| Shigella Sonnei | ETDF | 318000 | Causes shigellosis, with acute fever, acute abdominal cramping, cramping rectal pain, nausea, watery diarrhea, or blood, mucus, or pus in stool. Invades tumors. |
| Shingles | XTRA | 2170,1900,1800,1600,1500,802,1865,880,787,727,20,574,1557,345,668,716,738,47,2126,464,574,304,3343,914,665,1552,2489,2950,2347 | Shingles, also known as zoster or herpes zoster, is a viral disease characterized by a painful skin rash with blisters in a localized area.Typically the rash occurs in a single, wide stripe either on the left or right side of the body or face. Two to four days before the rash occurs there may be tingling or local pain in the area. Encyclopedia Entry for Shingles : Shingles (zoster) - varicella zoster virus (Herpesvirus) Encyclopedia Entry for Shingles : Shingles - aftercare. An outbreak of shingles usually follows the following course: Blisters and pimples appear on your skin and cause pain. A crust forms over the blisters and pimples. In 2 to 4 weeks, the blisters and pimples heal. They rarely come back. Pain from shingles lasts for 2 to 4 weeks. You may have tingling or a pins-and-needles feeling, itching, burning, and a deep pain. Your skin may be very painful when it is touched. You may have a fever. You may have short-term weakness of certain muscles. This is rarely lifelong. To treat shingles, your health care provider may prescribe: A medicine called an antiviral to fight the virus A medicine called a corticosteroid, such as prednisone Medicines to treat your pain You may have postherpetic neuralgia ( PHN ) pain. This is pain that lasts longer than a month after symptoms of shingles start. To relieve itching and discomfort, try: A cool, wet compresses on the affected skin Soothing baths and lotions, such as colloidal oatmeal bath, starch baths, or calamine lotion Zostrix, a cream that contains capsaicin (an extract of pepper) Antihistamines to reduce itching (taken by mouth or applied to the skin) Keep your skin clean. Throw away bandages you use to cover your skin sores. Throw away or wash in hot water clothing that has contact with your skin sores. Wash your sheets and towels in hot water. While your skin sores are still open and oozing, avoid all contact with anyone who has never had chickenpox, especially pregnant women. Rest in bed until your fever goes down. For pain, you can take a type of medicine called NSAIDs. You do not need a prescription for NSAIDs. Examples of NSAIDs are ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin) and naproxen (such as Aleve or Naprosyn). If you have heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or have had stomach ulcers or bleeding, talk with your provider before using these medicines. You may also take acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) for pain relief. If you have liver disease, talk with your provider before using it. You may be given a narcotic pain reliever. Take it only as directed. These medicines can: Make you sleepy and confused. When you are taking a narcotic, DO NOT drink alcohol or use heavy machinery. Make your skin feel itchy. Cause constipation (not being able to have a bowel movement easily). Try to drink more fluids, eat high-fiber foods, or use stool softeners. Make you feel sick to your stomach. Try taking the medicine with food. Call your provider if: You get a rash that looks or feels like shingles Your shingles pain is not well-managed Your pain symptoms do not go away after 3 to 4 weeks. Herpes zoster - treatment. Habif TP. Warts, herpes simplex, and other viral infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Shingles : Shingles. After you get chickenpox, the virus remains inactive (becomes dormant) in certain nerves in the body. Shingles occurs after the virus becomes active again in these nerves after many years. Many people had such a mild case of chickenpox that they do not realize they have had the infection. The reason the virus suddenly becomes active again is not clear. Often only one attack occurs. Shingles can develop in any age group. You are more likely to develop the condition if: You are older than age 60 You had chickenpox before age 1 Your immune system is weakened by medicines or disease If an adult or child has direct contact with the shingles rash and did not have chickenpox as a child or get the chickenpox vaccine , they can develop chickenpox, not shingles. The first symptom is usually pain, tingling, or burning that occurs on one side of the body. The pain and burning may be severe and are usually present before any rash appears. Shingles Red patches on the skin, followed by small blisters, form in most people: The blisters break, forming small sores that begin to dry and form crusts. The crusts fall off in 2 to 3 weeks. Scarring is rare. The rash usually involves a narrow area from the spine around to the front of the abdomen or chest. The rash may involve the face, eyes, mouth, and ears. Herpes zoster (shingles) on the neck and cheek Other symptoms may include: Fever and chills General ill feeling Headache Joint pain Swollen glands (lymph nodes) You may also have pain, muscle weakness, and a rash involving different parts of your face if shingles affects a nerve in your face. The symptoms may include: Difficulty moving some of the muscles in the face Drooping eyelid (ptosis) Hearing loss Loss of eye motion Taste problems Vision problems. Your health care provider can make the diagnosis by looking at your skin and asking about your medical history. Tests are rarely needed, but may include taking a skin sample to see if the skin is infected with the virus. Blood tests may show an increase in white blood cells and antibodies to the chickenpox virus. But the tests cannot confirm that the rash is due to shingles. Your provider may prescribe a medicine that fights the virus, called an antiviral drug. This drug helps reduce pain, prevent complications, and shorten the course of the disease. The medicines are most effective when started within 72 hours of when you first feel pain or burning. It is best to start taking them before the blisters appear. The medicines are usually given in pill form. Some people may need to receive the medicine through a vein (by IV). Strong anti-inflammatory medicines called corticosteroids, such as prednisone, may be used to reduce swelling and pain. These medicines do not work in all people. Other medicines may include: Antihistamines to reduce itching (taken by mouth or applied to the skin) Pain medicines Zostrix, a cream containing capsaicin (an extract of pepper) to reduce pain Follow your provider's instructions about how to care for yourself at home. Other measures may include: Caring for your skin by applying cool, wet compresses to reduce pain, and taking soothing baths Resting in bed until the fever goes down Stay away from people while your sores are oozing to avoid infecting those who have never had chickenpox -- especially pregnant women. Herpes zoster usually clears in 2 to 3 weeks and rarely returns. If the virus affects the nerves that control movement (the motor nerves), you may have temporary or permanent weakness or paralysis. Sometimes the pain in the area where the shingles occurred may last from months to years. This pain is called postherpetic neuralgia. It occurs when the nerves have been damaged after an outbreak of shingles. Pain ranges from mild to very severe. Postherpetic neuralgia is more likely to occur in people over age 60. Complications may include: Another attack of shingles Bacterial skin infections Blindness (if shingles occurs in the eye) Deafness Infection, including encephalitis of sepsis (blood infection) in people with a weakened immune system Ramsay Hunt syndrome if shingles affects the nerves of the face or ear. Call your provider if you have symptoms of shingles, particularly if you have a weakened immune system or if your symptoms persist or worsen. Shingles that affects the eye may lead to permanent blindness if you do not receive emergency medical care. Do not touch the rash and blisters on people with shingles or chickenpox if you have never had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine. A shingles vaccine is available. It is different than the chickenpox vaccine. Older adults who receive the herpes zoster vaccine are less likely to have complications from shingles. . Herpes zoster - shingles. Herpes zoster (shingles) on the back Herpes zoster (shingles) on the back Adult dermatome Adult dermatome Shingles Shingles Herpes zoster (shingles) - close-up of lesion Herpes zoster (shingles) - close-up of lesion Herpes zoster (shingles) on the neck and cheek Herpes zoster (shingles) on the neck and cheek Herpes zoster (shingles) on the hand Herpes zoster (shingles) on the hand Herpes zoster (shingles), disseminated Herpes zoster (shingles) disseminated. Habif TP. Warts, herpes simplex, and other viral infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Shingles : Shingles (Herpes zoster). Source of disease: Varicella zoster virus (VZV) |
| Shingles Varicella (Shingles) | XTRA | 898 | From Dr. Richard Loyd. Herpes zoster, also known as zoster and shingles, is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), the same virus that causes varicella (chickenpox).VZV can reactive later in a person's life and cause a painful, maculopapular rash called herpes zoster. |
| Shock | ETDF | 170,320,950,115500,210500,475190,527000,667000,742000,985670 | Shock is the state of not enough blood flow to the tissues of the body as a result of problems with the circulatory system.Initial symptoms may include weakness, fast heart rate, fast breathing, sweating, anxiety, and increased thirst. This may be followed by confusion, unconsciousness, or cardiac arrest as complications worsen. Encyclopedia Entry for Shock : Shock. The main types of shock include: Cardiogenic shock (due to heart problems) Hypovolemic shock (caused by too little blood volume) Anaphylactic shock (caused by allergic reaction) Septic shock (due to infections) Neurogenic shock (caused by damage to the nervous system). Shock can be caused by any condition that reduces blood flow, including: Heart problems (such as heart attack or heart failure ) Low blood volume (as with heavy bleeding or dehydration ) Changes in blood vessels (as with infection or severe allergic reactions ) Certain medicines that significantly reduce heart function or blood pressure Shock is often associated with heavy external or internal bleeding from a serious injury. Spinal injuries can also cause shock. Toxic shock syndrome is an example of a type of shock from an infection. A person in shock has extremely low blood pressure. Depending on the specific cause and type of shock, symptoms will include one or more of the following: Anxiety or agitation/restlessness Bluish lips and fingernails Chest pain Confusion Dizziness , lightheadedness, or faintness Pale, cool, clammy skin Low or no urine output Profuse sweating , moist skin Rapid but weak pulse Shallow breathing Unconsciousness. Take the following steps if you think a person is in shock: Call 911 for immediate medical help. Check the person's airway, breathing, and circulation. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR. Even if the person is able to breathe on their own, continue to check rate of breathing at least every 5 minutes until help arrives. If the person is conscious and DOES NOT have an injury to the head, leg, neck, or spine, place the person in the shock position. Lay the person on the back and elevate the legs about 12 inches (30 centimeters). DO NOT elevate the head. If raising the legs will cause pain or potential harm, leave the person lying flat. Give appropriate first aid for any wounds, injuries, or illnesses. Keep the person warm and comfortable. Loosen tight clothing. IF THE PERSON VOMITS OR DROOLS Turn the head to one side to prevent choking. Do this as long as you do not suspect an injury to the spine. If a spinal injury is suspected, 'log roll' the person instead. To do this, keep the person's head, neck, and back in line, and roll the body and head as a unit. In case of shock: DO NOT give the person anything by mouth, including anything to eat or drink. DO NOT move the person with a known or suspected spinal injury. DO NOT wait for milder shock symptoms to worsen before calling for emergency medical help. Call 911 any time a person has symptoms of shock. Stay with the person and follow the first aid steps until medical help arrives. Learn ways to prevent heart disease , falls, injuries, dehydration , and other causes of shock. If you have a known allergy (for example, to insect bites or stings), carry an epinephrine pen. Your health care provider will teach you how and when to use it. Shock Shock. Puskarich MA, Jones AE. Shock. |
| Shock Hemorrhagic | ETDF | 170,350,55750,60000,115700,250000,524370,655200,754190,919340 | Life-threatening condition with low blood distribution to tissues, causing cell injury and inadequate tissue function. |
| Shock Septic | ETDF | 180,220,55000,62500,132410,210500,475170,527000,667000,749000 | Serious condition that occurs when Sepsis leads to dangerously low blood pressure and cell metabolism abnormalities. |
| Short Bowel Syndrome | ETDF | 180,300,45750,72500,92500,375190,477500,527000,662710,727050 | Malabsorption disorder mainly caused by surgical removal of small intestine. Encyclopedia Entry for Short Bowel Syndrome : Short bowel syndrome. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When one half or more of our small intestine is missing, the body may not absorb enough food to stay healthy and maintain your weight. Some infants are born missing part or much of their small intestine. More often, short bowel syndrome occurs because much of the small intestine is removed during surgery. This type of surgery may be needed: After gunshots or other trauma damaged the intestines For someone with severe Crohn disease For infants, often born too early, when part of their intestines dies. Symptoms may include: Diarrhea Fatigue Pale, greasy stools Swelling ( edema ), especially of the legs Very foul-smelling stools Weight loss Dehydration. The following tests may be done: Blood chemistry tests (such as albumin level ) Complete blood count (CBC) Fecal fat test Small intestine x-ray Vitamin levels in the blood. Treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms and ensuring the body receives enough nutrients. A high-calorie diet that supplies: Key vitamins and minerals, such as iron , folic acid, and vitamin B12 Enough carbohydrates, proteins, and fats If needed, injections of some vitamins and minerals or special growth factors will be given. Medicines to slow down the normal movement of the intestine can be tried. This may allow food to remain in the intestine longer. If the body is not able to absorb enough nutrients, total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is tried. It will help you or your child get nutrition from a special formula through a vein in the body. Your health care provider will select the right amount of calories and TPN solution. Sometimes, you can also eat and drink while getting nutrition from TPN. Small bowel transplantation is an option in some cases. The condition may improve over time if it is due to surgery. Nutrient absorption may slowly get better. Complications may include: Bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine Nervous system problems caused by a lack of vitamin B12 Too much acid in the blood (metabolic acidosis due to diarrhea) Gallstones Kidney stones Malnutrition Weakened bones (osteomalacia) Weight loss. Call your provider if you develop symptoms of short bowel syndrome, especially after you have had bowel surgery. Small intestine insufficiency; Short gut syndrome; Necrotizing enterocolitis - short bowel. Digestive system Digestive system Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. Buchman AL. Short bowel syndrome. |
| Shoulder Injuries | ETDF | 120,5500,32500,125710,229320,479500,527000,667000,789000,918200 | shoulder problem, including shoulder and upper arm sprains and strains. |
| Shy-Drager Syndrome | ETDF | 70,8000,13980,42500,97500,325170,515700,650000,750000,927100 | Degeneration of nerve cells in specific areas of brain, causing problems with movement, balance, and autonomic functions. |
| Sialorrhea | ETDF | 240,900,9000,13520,85000,92500,250000,376290,425750,845100 | Excessive production of saliva. Can be caused by radiation, antipsychotics and other drugs, toxic metals, and pesticides. |
| Sick Building Syndrome | ETDF | 20,770,2500,3000,92500,357300,425170,571000,845000,937410 | Condition where occupants experience acute health and comfort effects that appear linked to time spent in a building, but no illness or cause can be identified. |
| Signal Test | XTRA | 50 | Use to verify your Remote is receiving signal. |
| Silicon si | XTRA | 422.87,455.86,19399.4 | Metal element. Not to be confused with silicone, which is a man-made polymer. |
| Silicone Detox | XTRA | 787998.7877 | Apply=Frequencies Directly. Use after Smart Dust program. Dowsed by Newport. Use for activated and dormant Morgellons. |
| Silicosis | ETDF | 90,7250,45750,72500,150000,325190,477500,527000,667000,761200 | Lung disease caused by inhalation of crystalline silica dust, marked by inflammation and scarring with lesions in upper lobes of lungs. Encyclopedia Entry for Silicosis : Silicosis. Silica is a common, naturally-occurring crystal. It is found in most rock beds. Silica dust forms during mining, quarrying, tunneling, and working with certain metal ores. Silica is a main part of sand, so glass workers and sand-blasters are also exposed to silica. Three types of silicosis occur: Chronic silicosis, which results from long-term exposure (more than 20 years) to low amounts of silica dust. The silica dust causes swelling in the lungs and chest lymph nodes. This disease may cause people to have trouble breathing. This is the most common form of silicosis. Accelerated silicosis, which occurs after exposure to larger amounts of silica over a shorter period of time (5 to 15 years). Swelling in the lungs and symptoms occur faster than in simple silicosis. Acute silicosis, which results from short-term exposure to very large amounts of silica. The lungs become very inflamed and can fill with fluid, causing severe shortness of breath and a low blood oxygen level. People who work in jobs where they are exposed to silica dust are at risk. These jobs include: Abrasives manufacturing Glass manufacturing Mining Quarrying Road and building construction Sand blasting Stone cutting Intense exposure to silica can cause disease within a year. But it usually takes at least 10 to 15 years of exposure before symptoms occur. Silicosis has become less common since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) created regulations requiring the use of protective equipment, which limits the amount of silica dust workers inhale. Symptoms include: Cough Shortness of breath Weight loss. Your health care provider will take a medical history. You'll be asked about your jobs (past and present), hobbies, and other activities that may have exposed you to silica. The provider will also do a physical exam. Tests to confirm the diagnosis and rule out similar diseases include: Chest x-ray Chest CT scan Pulmonary function tests Tests for tuberculosis Blood tests for connective tissue diseases. There is no specific treatment for silicosis. Removing the source of silica exposure is important to prevent the disease from getting worse. Supportive treatment includes cough medicine, bronchodilators, and oxygen if needed. Antibiotics are prescribed for respiratory infections as needed. Treatment also includes limiting exposure to irritants and quitting smoking. People with silicosis are at high risk of developing tuberculosis (TB). Silica is believed to interfere with the body's immune response to the bacteria that cause TB. Skin tests to check for exposure to TB should be done regularly. Those with a positive skin test should be treated with anti-TB drugs. Any change in the appearance of the chest x-ray may be a sign of TB. People with severe silicosis may need to have a lung transplant. Joining a support group where you can meet other people with silicosis or related diseases can help you understand your disease and adapt to its treatments. Outcome varies, depending on the amount of damage to the lungs. Silicosis can lead to the following health problems: Connective tissue disease, including rheumatoid arthritis , scleroderma (also called progressive systemic sclerosis), and systemic lupus erythematosus Lung cancer Progressive massive fibrosis Respiratory failure Tuberculosis. Call your provider if you suspect that you have been exposed to silica at work and you have breathing problems. Having silicosis makes it easier for you to develop lung infections. Talk to your provider about getting the flu and pneumonia vaccines. If you've been diagnosed with silicosis, call your provider right away if you develop a cough, shortness of breath, fever, or other signs of a lung infection, especially if you think you have the flu. Since your lungs are already damaged, it's very important to have the infection treated promptly. This will prevent breathing problems from becoming severe, as well as further damage to your lungs. If you work in a high-risk occupation or have a high-risk hobby, always wear a dust mask and do not smoke. You might also want to use other protection recommended by OSHA, such as a respirator. Acute silicosis; Chronic silicosis; Accelerated silicosis; Progressive massive fibrosis; Conglomerate silicosis; Silicoproteinosis. Coal worker Coal worker's lungs - chest x-ray Coal workers pneumoconiosis - stage II Coal workers pneumoconiosis - stage II Coal workers pneumoconiosis - stage II #2 Coal workers pneumoconiosis - stage II Coal workers pneumoconiosis, complicated #2 Coal workers pneumoconiosis, complicated Respiratory system Respiratory system. Cowie RL, Becklake MR. Pneumoconioses. |
| Silver | CAFL | 15903 | Metal element. Experimental. Encyclopedia Entry for Silver : Silver sheet. Latin name: Silver sheet. Pinyin name: YIN BO. Properties: Cold,Pungent. Meridians: Liver,Heart. Encyclopedia Entry for Silver : Silvervine Actinidia. Latin name: Actinidia polygama. Pinyin name: MU TIAN LIAO. Effect(s): To dispel wind-damp, warm channels and relieve pain, disperse concretion and conglomeration. Plant part: branchlet-leaf. Encyclopedia Entry for Silver : Silverweed Cinquefoil. Latin name: Potentilla anserina. Pinyin name: E RONG WEI LING CAI. Effect(s): To supplement qi and blood, fortify spleen and stomach, engender liquid and allay thirst. Plant part: tuberoid. Encyclopedia Entry for Silver : Silvery Aleuritopteris. Latin name: Aleuritopteris argentea. Pinyin name: TONG JING CAO. Effect(s): To regulate menstruation, suppress cough, dispel damp. Plant part: whole herb. |
| Silver 107ag | XTRA | 86.12,92.84,15804.69 | Metal element. |
| Silver 109ag | XTRA | 99.03,106.75,18171.88 | Metal element. |
| Silver 2 | XTRA | 21650 | Metal element. |
| Simian Virus 40 | XTRA | 79333.9,83173.3,95443,93806.5,132112,134443,138591.3,140781,141346,148107,335175,355436,385643 | From Dr. Jeff Sutherland. SV40 plays a role in an aggressive lung cancer called Mesothelioma. Also found in Astrocytomas, Ependymomas, Glioblastomas, Medulloblastomas, and Papillomas of the choroid plexus (see appropriate programs). |
| Sinus Bacteria | PROV | 548 | Use for runny nose. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria program. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. Respiratory |
| Sinus Congestion | XTRA | 1.8 | inus congestion occurs when fluid becomes trapped in the sinuses. Home remedies including hydration, steam inhalation |
| Sinusitis | CAFL | 952,741,682,320,160 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis(*) - most common causes overall are respiratory viruses; most common bacterial causes : Streptococcus pneumoniae (G+ coccus) and Haemophilus influenzae (G- pleomorphic rod) (renamed and now called acute rhinosinusitis or acute bacterial rhinosinusitis) Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis in adults - aftercare. Many cases of sinusitis clear up on their own. Most of the time, you DO NOT need antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts for less than 2 weeks. Even when you do use antibiotics, they may only slightly reduce the time you are sick. Your health care provider is more likely to prescribe antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts longer than 2 weeks or recurs often. Your provider may also refer you to an ear, nose, and throat doctor or an allergy specialist. Keeping mucus thin will help it drain from your sinuses and relieve your symptoms. Drinking plenty of clear fluids is one way to do this. You can also: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times a day. One way to do this is to sit in the bathroom with the shower running. DO NOT inhale hot steam. Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier to keep the air in your room moist. You can buy nasal sprays that relieve stuffiness or congestion without a prescription. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can cause your symptoms to get worse. To further relieve your symptoms, try to avoid the following: Flying when you are congested Very hot or very cold temperatures or sudden changes in temperature Bending forward with your head down. Allergies that are not well-controlled can make sinus infections harder to treat. Antihistamines and nasal corticosteroid sprays are 2 types of medicine that work well for allergy symptoms. You can do many things to limit your exposure to triggers, things that make your allergies worse. Reduce dust and dust mites in the home. Control molds , indoors and out. Avoid exposure to plant pollens and animals that trigger your symptoms. DO NOT self-treat by taking leftover antibiotics you may have at home. If your provider prescribes antibiotics for your sinus infection, follow these general rules for taking them: Take all of the pills as prescribed, even if you feel better before you finish them. Always dispose of any unused antibiotic pills you may have at home. Watch for common side effects of antibiotics, including: Skin rashes Diarrhea For women, yeast infection of the vagina (vaginitis). Reduce stress and get enough sleep. Not getting enough sleep makes you more likely to get sick. Other things you can do to prevent infections: If you smoke, stop. Avoid secondhand smoke. Get a flu shot every year. Wash your hands often, such as after shaking other people's hands. Treat your allergies. Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days. You have a severe headache that does not get better when you use pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision. You notice small growths in your nose. Sinus infection - self-care; Rhinosinusitis - self-care. Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. Borish L. Allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis. The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the skull. They are located behind the forehead, nasal bones, cheeks, and eyes. Healthy sinuses contain no bacteria or other germs. Most of the time, mucus is able to drain out and air is able to flow through the sinuses. Sinuses When the sinus openings become blocked or too much mucus builds up, bacteria and other germs can grow more easily. Sinusitis can occur from one of these conditions: Small hairs (cilia) in the sinuses fail to properly move mucus out. This may be due to some medical conditions. Colds and allergies may cause too much mucus to be made or block the opening of the sinuses. A deviated nasal septum, nasal bone spur, or nasal polyps may block the opening of the sinuses. Sinusitis There are two types of sinusitis: Acute sinusitis is when symptoms are present for 4 weeks or less. It is caused by bacteria growing in the sinuses. Chronic sinusitis is when the swelling of the sinuses is present for longer than 3 months. It may be caused by bacteria or a fungus. The following may increase the risk that an adult or child will develop sinusitis: Allergic rhinitis or hay fever Cystic fibrosis Going to day care Diseases that prevent the cilia from working properly Changes in altitude (flying or scuba diving) Large adenoids Smoking Weakened immune system from HIV or chemotherapy Abnormal sinus structures. The symptoms of acute sinusitis in adults very often follow a cold that does not get better or that gets worse after 5 to 7 days. Symptoms include: Bad breath or loss of smell Cough, often worse at night Fatigue and general feeling of being ill Fever Headache Pressure-like pain, pain behind the eyes, toothache, or tenderness of the face Nasal stuffiness and discharge Sore throat and postnasal drip Symptoms of chronic sinusitis are the same as those of acute sinusitis. However, the symptoms tend to be milder and last longer than 12 weeks. Symptoms of sinusitis in children include: Cold or respiratory illness that has been getting better and then begins to get worse High fever, along with a darkened nasal discharge, that lasts for at least 3 days Nasal discharge, with or without a cough, that has been present for more than 10 days and is not improving. The health care provider will examine you or your child for sinusitis by: Looking in the nose for signs of polyps Shining a light against the sinus (transillumination) for signs of inflammation Tapping over a sinus area to find infection The provider may view the sinuses through a fiberoptic scope (called nasal endoscopy or rhinoscopy) to diagnose sinusitis. This is often done by doctors who specialize in ear, nose, and throat problems (ENTs). Imaging tests that may be used to decide on treatment are: A CT scan of the sinuses to help diagnose sinusitis or view the bones and tissues of the sinuses more closely An MRI of the sinuses if there might be a tumor or fungal infection Most of the time, regular x-rays of the sinuses do not diagnose sinusitis well. If you or your child has sinusitis that does not go away or keeps returning, other tests may include: Allergy testing Blood tests for HIV or other tests for poor immune function Ciliary function test Nasal culture Nasal cytology Sweat chloride tests for cystic fibrosis. SELF-CARE Try the following steps to reduce stuffiness in your sinuses: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times per day (for example, while sitting in the bathroom with the shower running). Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier. Use a Neti pot or saline squeeze bottle to flush the sinuses. Be careful with use of over-the-counter spray nasal decongestants such as oxymetazoline (Afrin) or neosynephrine. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can make nasal stuffiness worse. To help ease sinus pain or pressure: Avoid flying when you are congested. Avoid temperature extremes, sudden changes in temperature, and bending forward with your head down. Try acetaminophen or ibuprofen. MEDICINE AND OTHER TREATMENTS Most of the time, antibiotics are not needed for acute sinusitis. Most of these infections go away on their own. Even when antibiotics do help, they may only slightly reduce the time it takes for the infection to go away. Antibiotics are more likely to be prescribed sooner for: Children with nasal discharge, possibly with a cough, that is not getting better after 2 to 3 weeks Fever higher than 102.2 F (39 C) Headache or pain in the face Severe swelling around the eyes Acute sinusitis should be treated for 10 to 14 days. Chronic sinusitis should be treated for 3 to 4 weeks. Some people with chronic sinusitis may need special medicines to treat fungal infections. At some point, your provider will consider: Other prescription medicines More testing Referral to an ear, nose, and throat or allergy specialist Other treatments for sinusitis include: Allergy shots (immunotherapy) to help prevent the disease from returning Avoiding allergy triggers Nasal corticosteroid sprays and antihistamines to decrease swelling, especially if there are nasal polyps or allergies Surgery to enlarge the sinus opening and drain the sinuses may also be needed. You may consider this procedure if: Your symptoms do not go away after 3 months of treatment. You have more than 2 or 3 episodes of acute sinusitis each year. Most fungal sinus infections need surgery. Surgery to repair a deviated septum or nasal polyps may prevent the condition from returning. Most sinus infections can be cured with self-care measures and medical treatment. If you are having repeated attacks, you should be checked for causes such as nasal polyps or other problems, such as allergies. Although very rare, complications may include: Abscess Bone infection ( osteomyelitis ) Meningitis Skin infection around the eye ( orbital cellulitis ). Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days or you have a cold that gets worse after 7 days. You have a severe headache that is not relieved by over-the-counter pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision during a sinus infection. A green or yellow discharge does not mean that you definitely have a sinus infection or need antibiotics. The best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid colds and flu or treat problems quickly. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in antioxidants and other chemicals that could boost your immune system and help your body resist infection. Get an influenza vaccine each year. Reduce stress. Wash your hands often, particularly after shaking hands with others. Other tips for preventing sinusitis: Avoid smoke and pollutants. Drink plenty of fluids to increase moisture in your body. Take decongestants during an upper respiratory infection. Treat allergies quickly and appropriately. Use a humidifier to increase moisture in your nose and sinuses. Acute sinusitis; Sinus infection; Sinusitis - acute; Sinusitis - chronic; Rhinosinusitis. Sinuses Sinuses Sinusitis Sinusitis Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. DeMuri GP, Wald ER. Sinusitis. |
| Sinusitis | ETDF | 110,400,830,5500,25000,125170,225750,475190,527000,662710 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis(*) - most common causes overall are respiratory viruses; most common bacterial causes : Streptococcus pneumoniae (G+ coccus) and Haemophilus influenzae (G- pleomorphic rod) (renamed and now called acute rhinosinusitis or acute bacterial rhinosinusitis) Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis in adults - aftercare. Many cases of sinusitis clear up on their own. Most of the time, you DO NOT need antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts for less than 2 weeks. Even when you do use antibiotics, they may only slightly reduce the time you are sick. Your health care provider is more likely to prescribe antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts longer than 2 weeks or recurs often. Your provider may also refer you to an ear, nose, and throat doctor or an allergy specialist. Keeping mucus thin will help it drain from your sinuses and relieve your symptoms. Drinking plenty of clear fluids is one way to do this. You can also: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times a day. One way to do this is to sit in the bathroom with the shower running. DO NOT inhale hot steam. Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier to keep the air in your room moist. You can buy nasal sprays that relieve stuffiness or congestion without a prescription. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can cause your symptoms to get worse. To further relieve your symptoms, try to avoid the following: Flying when you are congested Very hot or very cold temperatures or sudden changes in temperature Bending forward with your head down. Allergies that are not well-controlled can make sinus infections harder to treat. Antihistamines and nasal corticosteroid sprays are 2 types of medicine that work well for allergy symptoms. You can do many things to limit your exposure to triggers, things that make your allergies worse. Reduce dust and dust mites in the home. Control molds , indoors and out. Avoid exposure to plant pollens and animals that trigger your symptoms. DO NOT self-treat by taking leftover antibiotics you may have at home. If your provider prescribes antibiotics for your sinus infection, follow these general rules for taking them: Take all of the pills as prescribed, even if you feel better before you finish them. Always dispose of any unused antibiotic pills you may have at home. Watch for common side effects of antibiotics, including: Skin rashes Diarrhea For women, yeast infection of the vagina (vaginitis). Reduce stress and get enough sleep. Not getting enough sleep makes you more likely to get sick. Other things you can do to prevent infections: If you smoke, stop. Avoid secondhand smoke. Get a flu shot every year. Wash your hands often, such as after shaking other people's hands. Treat your allergies. Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days. You have a severe headache that does not get better when you use pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision. You notice small growths in your nose. Sinus infection - self-care; Rhinosinusitis - self-care. Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. Borish L. Allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis. The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the skull. They are located behind the forehead, nasal bones, cheeks, and eyes. Healthy sinuses contain no bacteria or other germs. Most of the time, mucus is able to drain out and air is able to flow through the sinuses. Sinuses When the sinus openings become blocked or too much mucus builds up, bacteria and other germs can grow more easily. Sinusitis can occur from one of these conditions: Small hairs (cilia) in the sinuses fail to properly move mucus out. This may be due to some medical conditions. Colds and allergies may cause too much mucus to be made or block the opening of the sinuses. A deviated nasal septum, nasal bone spur, or nasal polyps may block the opening of the sinuses. Sinusitis There are two types of sinusitis: Acute sinusitis is when symptoms are present for 4 weeks or less. It is caused by bacteria growing in the sinuses. Chronic sinusitis is when the swelling of the sinuses is present for longer than 3 months. It may be caused by bacteria or a fungus. The following may increase the risk that an adult or child will develop sinusitis: Allergic rhinitis or hay fever Cystic fibrosis Going to day care Diseases that prevent the cilia from working properly Changes in altitude (flying or scuba diving) Large adenoids Smoking Weakened immune system from HIV or chemotherapy Abnormal sinus structures. The symptoms of acute sinusitis in adults very often follow a cold that does not get better or that gets worse after 5 to 7 days. Symptoms include: Bad breath or loss of smell Cough, often worse at night Fatigue and general feeling of being ill Fever Headache Pressure-like pain, pain behind the eyes, toothache, or tenderness of the face Nasal stuffiness and discharge Sore throat and postnasal drip Symptoms of chronic sinusitis are the same as those of acute sinusitis. However, the symptoms tend to be milder and last longer than 12 weeks. Symptoms of sinusitis in children include: Cold or respiratory illness that has been getting better and then begins to get worse High fever, along with a darkened nasal discharge, that lasts for at least 3 days Nasal discharge, with or without a cough, that has been present for more than 10 days and is not improving. The health care provider will examine you or your child for sinusitis by: Looking in the nose for signs of polyps Shining a light against the sinus (transillumination) for signs of inflammation Tapping over a sinus area to find infection The provider may view the sinuses through a fiberoptic scope (called nasal endoscopy or rhinoscopy) to diagnose sinusitis. This is often done by doctors who specialize in ear, nose, and throat problems (ENTs). Imaging tests that may be used to decide on treatment are: A CT scan of the sinuses to help diagnose sinusitis or view the bones and tissues of the sinuses more closely An MRI of the sinuses if there might be a tumor or fungal infection Most of the time, regular x-rays of the sinuses do not diagnose sinusitis well. If you or your child has sinusitis that does not go away or keeps returning, other tests may include: Allergy testing Blood tests for HIV or other tests for poor immune function Ciliary function test Nasal culture Nasal cytology Sweat chloride tests for cystic fibrosis. SELF-CARE Try the following steps to reduce stuffiness in your sinuses: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times per day (for example, while sitting in the bathroom with the shower running). Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier. Use a Neti pot or saline squeeze bottle to flush the sinuses. Be careful with use of over-the-counter spray nasal decongestants such as oxymetazoline (Afrin) or neosynephrine. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can make nasal stuffiness worse. To help ease sinus pain or pressure: Avoid flying when you are congested. Avoid temperature extremes, sudden changes in temperature, and bending forward with your head down. Try acetaminophen or ibuprofen. MEDICINE AND OTHER TREATMENTS Most of the time, antibiotics are not needed for acute sinusitis. Most of these infections go away on their own. Even when antibiotics do help, they may only slightly reduce the time it takes for the infection to go away. Antibiotics are more likely to be prescribed sooner for: Children with nasal discharge, possibly with a cough, that is not getting better after 2 to 3 weeks Fever higher than 102.2 F (39 C) Headache or pain in the face Severe swelling around the eyes Acute sinusitis should be treated for 10 to 14 days. Chronic sinusitis should be treated for 3 to 4 weeks. Some people with chronic sinusitis may need special medicines to treat fungal infections. At some point, your provider will consider: Other prescription medicines More testing Referral to an ear, nose, and throat or allergy specialist Other treatments for sinusitis include: Allergy shots (immunotherapy) to help prevent the disease from returning Avoiding allergy triggers Nasal corticosteroid sprays and antihistamines to decrease swelling, especially if there are nasal polyps or allergies Surgery to enlarge the sinus opening and drain the sinuses may also be needed. You may consider this procedure if: Your symptoms do not go away after 3 months of treatment. You have more than 2 or 3 episodes of acute sinusitis each year. Most fungal sinus infections need surgery. Surgery to repair a deviated septum or nasal polyps may prevent the condition from returning. Most sinus infections can be cured with self-care measures and medical treatment. If you are having repeated attacks, you should be checked for causes such as nasal polyps or other problems, such as allergies. Although very rare, complications may include: Abscess Bone infection ( osteomyelitis ) Meningitis Skin infection around the eye ( orbital cellulitis ). Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days or you have a cold that gets worse after 7 days. You have a severe headache that is not relieved by over-the-counter pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision during a sinus infection. A green or yellow discharge does not mean that you definitely have a sinus infection or need antibiotics. The best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid colds and flu or treat problems quickly. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in antioxidants and other chemicals that could boost your immune system and help your body resist infection. Get an influenza vaccine each year. Reduce stress. Wash your hands often, particularly after shaking hands with others. Other tips for preventing sinusitis: Avoid smoke and pollutants. Drink plenty of fluids to increase moisture in your body. Take decongestants during an upper respiratory infection. Treat allergies quickly and appropriately. Use a humidifier to increase moisture in your nose and sinuses. Acute sinusitis; Sinus infection; Sinusitis - acute; Sinusitis - chronic; Rhinosinusitis. Sinuses Sinuses Sinusitis Sinusitis Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. DeMuri GP, Wald ER. Sinusitis. |
| Sinusitis | XTRA | 72,120 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. Other use: head cold. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis(*) - most common causes overall are respiratory viruses; most common bacterial causes : Streptococcus pneumoniae (G+ coccus) and Haemophilus influenzae (G- pleomorphic rod) (renamed and now called acute rhinosinusitis or acute bacterial rhinosinusitis) Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis in adults - aftercare. Many cases of sinusitis clear up on their own. Most of the time, you DO NOT need antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts for less than 2 weeks. Even when you do use antibiotics, they may only slightly reduce the time you are sick. Your health care provider is more likely to prescribe antibiotics if your sinusitis lasts longer than 2 weeks or recurs often. Your provider may also refer you to an ear, nose, and throat doctor or an allergy specialist. Keeping mucus thin will help it drain from your sinuses and relieve your symptoms. Drinking plenty of clear fluids is one way to do this. You can also: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times a day. One way to do this is to sit in the bathroom with the shower running. DO NOT inhale hot steam. Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier to keep the air in your room moist. You can buy nasal sprays that relieve stuffiness or congestion without a prescription. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can cause your symptoms to get worse. To further relieve your symptoms, try to avoid the following: Flying when you are congested Very hot or very cold temperatures or sudden changes in temperature Bending forward with your head down. Allergies that are not well-controlled can make sinus infections harder to treat. Antihistamines and nasal corticosteroid sprays are 2 types of medicine that work well for allergy symptoms. You can do many things to limit your exposure to triggers, things that make your allergies worse. Reduce dust and dust mites in the home. Control molds , indoors and out. Avoid exposure to plant pollens and animals that trigger your symptoms. DO NOT self-treat by taking leftover antibiotics you may have at home. If your provider prescribes antibiotics for your sinus infection, follow these general rules for taking them: Take all of the pills as prescribed, even if you feel better before you finish them. Always dispose of any unused antibiotic pills you may have at home. Watch for common side effects of antibiotics, including: Skin rashes Diarrhea For women, yeast infection of the vagina (vaginitis). Reduce stress and get enough sleep. Not getting enough sleep makes you more likely to get sick. Other things you can do to prevent infections: If you smoke, stop. Avoid secondhand smoke. Get a flu shot every year. Wash your hands often, such as after shaking other people's hands. Treat your allergies. Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days. You have a severe headache that does not get better when you use pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision. You notice small growths in your nose. Sinus infection - self-care; Rhinosinusitis - self-care. Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. Borish L. Allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sinusitis : Sinusitis. The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the skull. They are located behind the forehead, nasal bones, cheeks, and eyes. Healthy sinuses contain no bacteria or other germs. Most of the time, mucus is able to drain out and air is able to flow through the sinuses. Sinuses When the sinus openings become blocked or too much mucus builds up, bacteria and other germs can grow more easily. Sinusitis can occur from one of these conditions: Small hairs (cilia) in the sinuses fail to properly move mucus out. This may be due to some medical conditions. Colds and allergies may cause too much mucus to be made or block the opening of the sinuses. A deviated nasal septum, nasal bone spur, or nasal polyps may block the opening of the sinuses. Sinusitis There are two types of sinusitis: Acute sinusitis is when symptoms are present for 4 weeks or less. It is caused by bacteria growing in the sinuses. Chronic sinusitis is when the swelling of the sinuses is present for longer than 3 months. It may be caused by bacteria or a fungus. The following may increase the risk that an adult or child will develop sinusitis: Allergic rhinitis or hay fever Cystic fibrosis Going to day care Diseases that prevent the cilia from working properly Changes in altitude (flying or scuba diving) Large adenoids Smoking Weakened immune system from HIV or chemotherapy Abnormal sinus structures. The symptoms of acute sinusitis in adults very often follow a cold that does not get better or that gets worse after 5 to 7 days. Symptoms include: Bad breath or loss of smell Cough, often worse at night Fatigue and general feeling of being ill Fever Headache Pressure-like pain, pain behind the eyes, toothache, or tenderness of the face Nasal stuffiness and discharge Sore throat and postnasal drip Symptoms of chronic sinusitis are the same as those of acute sinusitis. However, the symptoms tend to be milder and last longer than 12 weeks. Symptoms of sinusitis in children include: Cold or respiratory illness that has been getting better and then begins to get worse High fever, along with a darkened nasal discharge, that lasts for at least 3 days Nasal discharge, with or without a cough, that has been present for more than 10 days and is not improving. The health care provider will examine you or your child for sinusitis by: Looking in the nose for signs of polyps Shining a light against the sinus (transillumination) for signs of inflammation Tapping over a sinus area to find infection The provider may view the sinuses through a fiberoptic scope (called nasal endoscopy or rhinoscopy) to diagnose sinusitis. This is often done by doctors who specialize in ear, nose, and throat problems (ENTs). Imaging tests that may be used to decide on treatment are: A CT scan of the sinuses to help diagnose sinusitis or view the bones and tissues of the sinuses more closely An MRI of the sinuses if there might be a tumor or fungal infection Most of the time, regular x-rays of the sinuses do not diagnose sinusitis well. If you or your child has sinusitis that does not go away or keeps returning, other tests may include: Allergy testing Blood tests for HIV or other tests for poor immune function Ciliary function test Nasal culture Nasal cytology Sweat chloride tests for cystic fibrosis. SELF-CARE Try the following steps to reduce stuffiness in your sinuses: Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your face several times a day. Drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus. Inhale steam 2 to 4 times per day (for example, while sitting in the bathroom with the shower running). Spray with nasal saline several times per day. Use a humidifier. Use a Neti pot or saline squeeze bottle to flush the sinuses. Be careful with use of over-the-counter spray nasal decongestants such as oxymetazoline (Afrin) or neosynephrine. They may help at first, but using them for more than 3 to 5 days can make nasal stuffiness worse. To help ease sinus pain or pressure: Avoid flying when you are congested. Avoid temperature extremes, sudden changes in temperature, and bending forward with your head down. Try acetaminophen or ibuprofen. MEDICINE AND OTHER TREATMENTS Most of the time, antibiotics are not needed for acute sinusitis. Most of these infections go away on their own. Even when antibiotics do help, they may only slightly reduce the time it takes for the infection to go away. Antibiotics are more likely to be prescribed sooner for: Children with nasal discharge, possibly with a cough, that is not getting better after 2 to 3 weeks Fever higher than 102.2 F (39 C) Headache or pain in the face Severe swelling around the eyes Acute sinusitis should be treated for 10 to 14 days. Chronic sinusitis should be treated for 3 to 4 weeks. Some people with chronic sinusitis may need special medicines to treat fungal infections. At some point, your provider will consider: Other prescription medicines More testing Referral to an ear, nose, and throat or allergy specialist Other treatments for sinusitis include: Allergy shots (immunotherapy) to help prevent the disease from returning Avoiding allergy triggers Nasal corticosteroid sprays and antihistamines to decrease swelling, especially if there are nasal polyps or allergies Surgery to enlarge the sinus opening and drain the sinuses may also be needed. You may consider this procedure if: Your symptoms do not go away after 3 months of treatment. You have more than 2 or 3 episodes of acute sinusitis each year. Most fungal sinus infections need surgery. Surgery to repair a deviated septum or nasal polyps may prevent the condition from returning. Most sinus infections can be cured with self-care measures and medical treatment. If you are having repeated attacks, you should be checked for causes such as nasal polyps or other problems, such as allergies. Although very rare, complications may include: Abscess Bone infection ( osteomyelitis ) Meningitis Skin infection around the eye ( orbital cellulitis ). Call your provider if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 to 14 days or you have a cold that gets worse after 7 days. You have a severe headache that is not relieved by over-the-counter pain medicine. You have a fever. You still have symptoms after taking all of your antibiotics properly. You have any changes in your vision during a sinus infection. A green or yellow discharge does not mean that you definitely have a sinus infection or need antibiotics. The best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid colds and flu or treat problems quickly. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in antioxidants and other chemicals that could boost your immune system and help your body resist infection. Get an influenza vaccine each year. Reduce stress. Wash your hands often, particularly after shaking hands with others. Other tips for preventing sinusitis: Avoid smoke and pollutants. Drink plenty of fluids to increase moisture in your body. Take decongestants during an upper respiratory infection. Treat allergies quickly and appropriately. Use a humidifier to increase moisture in your nose and sinuses. Acute sinusitis; Sinus infection; Sinusitis - acute; Sinusitis - chronic; Rhinosinusitis. Sinuses Sinuses Sinusitis Sinusitis Chronic sinusitis Chronic sinusitis. DeMuri GP, Wald ER. Sinusitis. |
| Sinusitis 1 | CAFL | 728,784,880,20,72,120,146,400,440,464,524,548,660,712,732,802,1500,1552,1600,1862,683 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis 2 | CAFL | 125,160,367,472,600,615,625,650,820,952,1150,1520,1865,2000,4392,4400,4412 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis 3 | CAFL | 60,95,128,225,414,427,432,456,610,614,618,1234,2600,5500,304 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis 4 | CAFL | 107,160,952,942,320,741,682,1395 | Inflammation of mucous membrane that lines paranasal sinuses. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis Frontalis | BIO | 952 | Inflammation of frontal sinuses located behind eyebrow ridges. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis Frontalis | CAFL | 952,320,682 | Inflammation of frontal sinuses located behind eyebrow ridges. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Sinusitis Maxillaris | BIO | 160 | Inflammation of maxillary sinuses located beneath eyes. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. Other uses: headache rapid relief, thyroid support, muscle pain and injury. |
| Sinusitis Maxillaris | CAFL | 160,741 | Inflammation of maxillary sinuses located beneath eyes. Also see Lung Sinus Bacteria, and Sinus Bacteria. Use Streptococcus Pneumoniae, and appropriate Sinusitis and Rhinitis programs. |
| Situs Inversus | ETDF | 50,120,870,5000,27500,62500,193000,322530,475170,527000 | Congenital condition where major visceral organs are reversed or mirrored from their normal positions. |
| Sjogren's Syndrome | ETDF | 130,400,57500,92500,175190,479930,527000,667000,742000,988900 | Chronic autoimmune disease where white blood cells destroy moisture producing glands. It can cause profound fatigue, chronic pain, and other problems. |
| Skin + Facial Toning | XTRA | 9.6,2.4,1.2 | Improve skin condition. |
| Skin Collagen Building | ETDF | 190,370,7250,45750,120500,424000,467000,493100,750000,922530 | Main structural protein in various connective tissues, including skin. |
| Skin Diseases | ETDF | 190,370,7250,45750,96500,325000,519340,655200,750000,922530 | Conditions of human integumentary system. |
| Skin Scar Tissue Healing | ETDF | 190,370,7250,45750,120500,401000,409310,552200,750000,922530 | A scar is an area of fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury. Scars result from the biological process of wound repair in the skin, as well as in other organs and tissues of the body. Thus, scarring is a natural part of the healing process. |
| Skin Ulcer | ETDF | 50,950,7500,8000,40000,57500,125750,325170,522530,655200 | Skin lesion exhibiting complete loss of epidermis and often portions of dermis and even subcutaneous fat. |
| Sleep Apnea Central | ETDF | 70,370,12710,47500,97500,225750,377910,519340,691270,753070 | Suspension of external breathing during sleep. Reported to help with Bartonella rash in Morgellons and Lyme. |
| Sleep Disorders | ETDF | 130,400,620,42500,57500,92500,175000,475170,527000,667000 | The most common sleep disorder is insomnia. Others are sleep apnea, narcolepsy and hypersomnia (excessive sleepiness at inappropriate times), sleeping sickness (disruption of sleep cycle due to infection), sleepwalking, and night terrors. Encyclopedia Entry for Sleep Disorders : Sleep disorders - overview. There are more than 100 different sleeping and waking disorders. They can be grouped into 4 main categories: Problems falling and staying asleep (insomnia) Problems staying awake (excessive daytime sleepiness) Problems sticking to a regular sleep schedule (sleep rhythm problem) Unusual behaviors during sleep (sleep-disruptive behaviors) PROBLEMS FALLING AND STAYING ASLEEP Insomnia includes trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Episodes may come and go, last up to 3 weeks (be short-term), or be long-lasting (chronic). PROBLEMS STAYING AWAKE Hypersomnia is a condition in which people have excessive daytime sleepiness, meaning that they feel tired during the day. Hypersomnia can also include situations in which a person needs to sleep a lot. This may be due to other medical conditions, but can also be due to a problem in the brain. Causes of this problem include: Medical conditions, such as fibromyalgia and low thyroid function Mononucleosis or other viral illnesses Narcolepsy and other sleep disorders Obesity, especially if it causes obstructive sleep apnea When no cause for the sleepiness can be found, it is called idiopathic hypersomnia. PROBLEMS STICKING TO A REGULAR SLEEP SCHEDULE Problems may also occur when you do not stick to a regular sleep and wake schedule. This occurs when people travel between time zones and with shift workers who are on changing schedules, especially nighttime workers. Disorders that involve a disrupted sleep schedule include: Irregular sleep-wake syndrome Jet lag syndrome Shift work sleep disorder Delayed sleep phase, as in teenagers who go to sleep very late at night and then sleep until noon Advanced sleep phase, as in older adults who go to sleep early in the evening and wake up very early Irregular sleep SLEEP-DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIORS Abnormal behaviors during sleep are called parasomnias. They are fairly common in children and include: Sleep terrors Sleepwalking REM sleep-behavior disorder (a person moves during REM sleep and may act out dreams). Insomnia; Narcolepsy; Hypersomina; Daytime sleepiness; Sleep rhythm; Sleep disruptive behaviors; Jet lag. Irregular sleep Irregular sleep Sleep patterns in the young and aged Sleep patterns in the young and aged. Kryger MH, Rosenberg R, Martin L, Kirsch D. Hypersomnolence. Encyclopedia Entry for Sleep Disorders : Sleep disorders in older adults. Sleep problems are common in older adults. The amount of sleep needed stays constant throughout the adult years. Doctors recommend that adults get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night. In older adults, sleep is less deep and choppier than sleep in younger people. Sleep patterns in the young and aged A healthy 70-year-old may wake up several times during the night without it being due to disease. Sleep disturbances in older adults may be due to any of the following: Alzheimer disease Alcohol Changes in the body's natural internal clock, causing some people to fall asleep earlier in the evening Long-term (chronic) disease, such as heart failure Certain medicines, herbs, supplements, and recreational drugs Depression (depression is a common cause of sleep problems in people of all ages) Brain and nervous system conditions Not being very active Pain caused by diseases such as arthritis Stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine Frequent urination at night. Symptoms that may occur include: Difficulty falling asleep Difficulty telling the difference between night and day Early morning awakening Waking up often during the night. The health care provider will take a history and perform a physical exam to look for medical causes and determine which type of sleep disorder is causing the problem. Relieving chronic pain and controlling medical conditions such as frequent urination may improve sleep in some people. Treating depression can also improve sleep. Sleeping in a quiet room that isn't too hot or too cold and having a relaxing bedtime routine may help improve symptoms. Other ways to promote sleep include these healthy lifestyle tips: Avoid large meals shortly before bedtime. Avoid stimulants such as caffeine after mid-afternoon. Get regular exercise early in the day. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. DO NOT take naps. Use the bed only for sleep or sexual activity. If you can't fall asleep after 20 minutes, get out of bed and do a quiet activity such as reading or listening to music. Avoid using sleeping pills to help you sleep, if possible. They can lead to dependence and can make sleep problems worse over time if you don't use them the right way. Your provider should assess your risks of daytime sleepiness, mental (cognitive) side effects, and falls before you begin taking sleep medicines. If you think you need sleeping pills, talk with your provider about which pills are safe for you when taken properly. Certain sleeping pills should not be taken on a long-term basis. DO NOT drink alcohol at any time when you are using sleeping pills. Alcohol can make the side effects of all sleeping pills worse. WARNING: The FDA has asked manufacturers of certain sleep medicines to put stronger warning labels on their products so that consumers are more aware of the potential risks. Possible risks while taking such medicines include severe allergic reactions and dangerous sleep-related behaviors, including sleep-driving. Ask your provider about these risks. For most people, sleep improves with treatment. However, others may continue to have sleep disruptions. Possible complications are: Alcohol use Drug abuse. Call for an appointment with your provider if a lack of sleep or too much sleep is interfering with daily living. Getting regular exercise and avoiding as many causes of sleep disruption as possible and adequate exposure to natural light may help control sleep problems. Insomnia - older adults. Sleep patterns in the young and aged Sleep patterns in the young and aged. Shochat T, Ancoli-Israel S. Insomnia in older adults. |
| Sleep Restorative | XTRA | 1-3 | Other use: relaxation/peace. |
| Sleep Sound | XTRA | 3.4 | Sleep Sound helps achieve a restful, restorative and quality sleep. It allows you to wake refreshed and enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing. |
| Sleep to Induce | XTRA | 1,3,3-1 | Sleep induction is the deliberate effort to bring on sleep by various techniques or medicinal means, is practiced to lengthen periods of sleep, increase the effectiveness of sleep, and to reduce or prevent insomnia. |
| Sleeping Sickness | CAFL | 120,20 | Parasitic disease due to Trypanosoma Brucei protozoa. Also see African Trypanosomiasis, Parasites Trypanosoma Brucei, and Trypanosomiasis. Encyclopedia Entry for Sleeping Sickness : Sleeping sickness- viral encephalitis - Mumps virus, Human Herpes virus 1, any of 350 different Arboviruses, Poxvirus, Enteroviruses (polio, Coxsackie, ECHO), Adenoviruses, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (retrovirus) Encyclopedia Entry for Sleeping Sickness : Sleeping sickness. Sleeping sickness is caused by two types of parasites Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense and Trypanosomoa brucei gambiense. T b rhodesiense causes the more severe form of the illness. Tsetse flies carry the infection. When an infected fly bites you, the infection spreads through your blood. Risk factors include living in parts of Africa where the disease is found and being bitten by tsetse flies. The disease does not occur in the United States, but travelers who have visited or lived in Africa can be infected. General symptoms include: Mood changes , anxiety Fever, sweating Headache Weakness Insomnia at night Sleepiness during the day (may be uncontrollable) Swollen lymph nodes all over the body Swollen, red, painful nodule at site of the fly bite. Diagnosis is often based on a physical examination and detailed information about the symptoms. If the health care provider suspects sleeping sickness, you'll be asked about recent travel. Blood tests will be ordered to confirm the diagnosis. Tests include the following: Blood smear to check for parasites Cerebrospinal fluid tests (fluid from your spinal cord) Complete blood count (CBC) Lymph node aspiration. Medicines used to treat this disorder include: Eflornithine (for T b gambiense only) Melarsoprol Pentamidine (for T b gambiense only) Suramin (Antrypol) Some people may receive a combination of these medicines. Without treatment, death can occur within 6 months from cardiac failure or from T b rhodesiense infection itself. T b gambiense infection causes sleeping sickness disease and gets worse quickly, often over a few weeks. The disease needs to be treated immediately. Complications include: Injury related to falling asleep while driving or during other activities Gradual damage to the nervous system Uncontrollable sleep as the disease gets worse Coma. See your provider right away if you have symptoms, especially if you've traveled to places where the disease is common. It is important to begin treatment as soon as possible. Pentamidine injections protect against T b gambiense, but not against T b rhodesiense. Because this medicine is toxic, using it for prevention is not recommended. T b rhodesiense is treated with suranim. Insect control measures can help prevent the spread of sleeping sickness in high-risk areas. Parasite infection - human African trypanosomiasis. Bogitsh BJ, Carter CE, Oeltmann TN. Blood and tissue protozoa I: hemoflagellates. |
| Slime Molds 1 | XTRA | 81000,126000,211000 | From Dr. Hulda Clark. Targets Arcyria, Lycogala, and Stemonitis. Common in Morgellons. |
| Slime Molds Sweep | XTRA | 145286.417-146713.583 | Common in Morgellons. Wave=Sine, X=96 Spectrum=44.521%. Out2 = Out1 x -1 + 292000 Hz. Use Spooky Boost to combine both outputs, or connect another Spooky Remote to Out 2. Do not use with Spooky Central. Arcyria, Lycogala, and Stemonitis. |
| Slipped Discs | CAFL | 125,880,787,727,95,72,20 | Also see Disc Herniated, Disc Slipped, Hernia Disc, Herniated Disc Reduce Swelling, and Intervertebral Disc Displacement. |
| Slow Virus Diseases | ETDF | 190,370,750,45190,65000,96500,225750,514350,652430,759830 | Diseases that, after long latency, follow a slow, progressive course over months or years, often of central nervous system. |
| Small Intestines | XTRA | 281.6 | The small intestine or small bowel is an organ in the gastrointestinal tract where most of the end absorption of nutrients and minerals from food takes place. It lies between the stomach and large intestine, and receives bile and pancreatic juice through the pancreatic duct to aid in digestion. |
| Smallpox | BIO | 142,476,511,876,1644,2132,2544 | Also called Variola. Extremely contagious viral disease marked by fever, prostration, and a rash of small blisters. Also see Herpes Simplex RTI program. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox - variola virus (Poxvirus) - no naturally acquired cases since October 1977; Somalia Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox. Smallpox spreads from one person to another from saliva droplets. It may also be spread from bed sheets and clothing. It is most contagious during the first week of the infection. It may continue to be contagious until the scabs from the rash fall off. The virus can stay alive between 6 and 24 hours. People were once vaccinated against this disease. However, the disease has been eradicated since 1979. The United States stopped giving the smallpox vaccine in 1972. In 1980, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that all countries stop vaccinating for smallpox. There are two forms of smallpox: Variola major is a serious illness that can be life threatening in people who have not been vaccinated. It was responsible for a large number of deaths. Variola minor is a milder infection that rarely causes death. A massive program by the WHO wiped out all known smallpox viruses from the world in the 1970s, except for a few samples saved for government research and presumed bioweapons. Researchers continue to debate whether or not to kill the last remaining samples of the virus, or to preserve it in case there may be some future reason to study it. You are more likely to develop smallpox if you: Are a laboratory worker who handles the virus (rare) Are in a location where the virus was released as a biological weapon It is unknown how long past vaccinations stay effective. People who received the vaccine many years ago may no longer be fully protected against the virus. THE RISK OF TERRORISM There is a concern that the smallpox virus could be spread as part of a terrorism attack. The virus could be spread in spray (aerosol) form. Symptoms most often occur about 12 to 14 days after you have been infected with the virus. They may include: Backache Delirium Diarrhea Excessive bleeding Fatigue High fever Malaise Raised pink rash, turns into sores that become crusty on day 8 or 9 Severe headache Nausea and vomiting. Tests include: DIC panel Platelet count White blood cell count Special laboratory tests can be used to identify the virus. The smallpox vaccine may prevent illness or lessen symptoms if it is given within 1 to 4 days after a person is exposed to the disease. Once symptoms have started, treatment is limited. In July 2013, 59,000 courses of the antiviral drug tecovirimat was delivered by SIGA Technologies to the United States government's Strategic National Stockpile for use in a possible bioterrorism incident. SIGA filed for bankruptcy protection in 2014. Antibiotics may be given for infections that occur in people who have smallpox. Taking antibodies against a disease similar to smallpox (vaccinia immune globulin) may help shorten the duration of the disease. People who have been diagnosed with smallpox and people they have been in close contact with need to be isolated right away. They will need to receive the vaccine and be watched closely. In the past, this was a major illness. The risk of death was as high as 30%. Complications may include: Arthritis and bone infections Brain swelling ( encephalitis ) Death Eye infections Pneumonia Scarring Severe bleeding Skin infections (from the sores). If you think you may have been exposed to smallpox, contact your health care provider right away. Contact with the virus is very unlikely unless you have worked with the virus in a lab or you have been exposed through bioterrorism. Many people were vaccinated against smallpox in the past. The vaccine is no longer given to the general public. If the vaccine needs to be given to control an outbreak, it can have a small risk of complications. Currently, only military personnel, health care workers, and emergency responders may receive the vaccine. Variola - major and minor; Variola. Smallpox lesions Smallpox lesions. Centers for Disease Control website. Smallpox. www.cdc.gov/smallpox/index.html. Updated July 12, 2017. Accessed July 18, 2017. Petersen BW, Damon IK. Orthopoxviruses: vaccinia (smallpox vaccine), variola (smallpox), monkeypox, and cowpox. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox (Variola). Source of disease: Variola major or Variola minor |
| Smallpox | CAFL | 3222,2544,2132,1644,1550,876,832,802,569,542,511,476,142 | Also called Variola. Extremely contagious viral disease marked by fever, prostration, and a rash of small blisters. Also see Herpes Simplex RTI program. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox - variola virus (Poxvirus) - no naturally acquired cases since October 1977; Somalia Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox. Smallpox spreads from one person to another from saliva droplets. It may also be spread from bed sheets and clothing. It is most contagious during the first week of the infection. It may continue to be contagious until the scabs from the rash fall off. The virus can stay alive between 6 and 24 hours. People were once vaccinated against this disease. However, the disease has been eradicated since 1979. The United States stopped giving the smallpox vaccine in 1972. In 1980, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that all countries stop vaccinating for smallpox. There are two forms of smallpox: Variola major is a serious illness that can be life threatening in people who have not been vaccinated. It was responsible for a large number of deaths. Variola minor is a milder infection that rarely causes death. A massive program by the WHO wiped out all known smallpox viruses from the world in the 1970s, except for a few samples saved for government research and presumed bioweapons. Researchers continue to debate whether or not to kill the last remaining samples of the virus, or to preserve it in case there may be some future reason to study it. You are more likely to develop smallpox if you: Are a laboratory worker who handles the virus (rare) Are in a location where the virus was released as a biological weapon It is unknown how long past vaccinations stay effective. People who received the vaccine many years ago may no longer be fully protected against the virus. THE RISK OF TERRORISM There is a concern that the smallpox virus could be spread as part of a terrorism attack. The virus could be spread in spray (aerosol) form. Symptoms most often occur about 12 to 14 days after you have been infected with the virus. They may include: Backache Delirium Diarrhea Excessive bleeding Fatigue High fever Malaise Raised pink rash, turns into sores that become crusty on day 8 or 9 Severe headache Nausea and vomiting. Tests include: DIC panel Platelet count White blood cell count Special laboratory tests can be used to identify the virus. The smallpox vaccine may prevent illness or lessen symptoms if it is given within 1 to 4 days after a person is exposed to the disease. Once symptoms have started, treatment is limited. In July 2013, 59,000 courses of the antiviral drug tecovirimat was delivered by SIGA Technologies to the United States government's Strategic National Stockpile for use in a possible bioterrorism incident. SIGA filed for bankruptcy protection in 2014. Antibiotics may be given for infections that occur in people who have smallpox. Taking antibodies against a disease similar to smallpox (vaccinia immune globulin) may help shorten the duration of the disease. People who have been diagnosed with smallpox and people they have been in close contact with need to be isolated right away. They will need to receive the vaccine and be watched closely. In the past, this was a major illness. The risk of death was as high as 30%. Complications may include: Arthritis and bone infections Brain swelling ( encephalitis ) Death Eye infections Pneumonia Scarring Severe bleeding Skin infections (from the sores). If you think you may have been exposed to smallpox, contact your health care provider right away. Contact with the virus is very unlikely unless you have worked with the virus in a lab or you have been exposed through bioterrorism. Many people were vaccinated against smallpox in the past. The vaccine is no longer given to the general public. If the vaccine needs to be given to control an outbreak, it can have a small risk of complications. Currently, only military personnel, health care workers, and emergency responders may receive the vaccine. Variola - major and minor; Variola. Smallpox lesions Smallpox lesions. Centers for Disease Control website. Smallpox. www.cdc.gov/smallpox/index.html. Updated July 12, 2017. Accessed July 18, 2017. Petersen BW, Damon IK. Orthopoxviruses: vaccinia (smallpox vaccine), variola (smallpox), monkeypox, and cowpox. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox (Variola). Source of disease: Variola major or Variola minor |
| Smallpox | ETDF | 80,350,5500,35170,62500,93500,225000,496010,682450,753070 | Also called Variola. Extremely contagious viral disease marked by fever, prostration, and a rash of small blisters. Also see Herpes Simplex RTI program. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox - variola virus (Poxvirus) - no naturally acquired cases since October 1977; Somalia Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox. Smallpox spreads from one person to another from saliva droplets. It may also be spread from bed sheets and clothing. It is most contagious during the first week of the infection. It may continue to be contagious until the scabs from the rash fall off. The virus can stay alive between 6 and 24 hours. People were once vaccinated against this disease. However, the disease has been eradicated since 1979. The United States stopped giving the smallpox vaccine in 1972. In 1980, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that all countries stop vaccinating for smallpox. There are two forms of smallpox: Variola major is a serious illness that can be life threatening in people who have not been vaccinated. It was responsible for a large number of deaths. Variola minor is a milder infection that rarely causes death. A massive program by the WHO wiped out all known smallpox viruses from the world in the 1970s, except for a few samples saved for government research and presumed bioweapons. Researchers continue to debate whether or not to kill the last remaining samples of the virus, or to preserve it in case there may be some future reason to study it. You are more likely to develop smallpox if you: Are a laboratory worker who handles the virus (rare) Are in a location where the virus was released as a biological weapon It is unknown how long past vaccinations stay effective. People who received the vaccine many years ago may no longer be fully protected against the virus. THE RISK OF TERRORISM There is a concern that the smallpox virus could be spread as part of a terrorism attack. The virus could be spread in spray (aerosol) form. Symptoms most often occur about 12 to 14 days after you have been infected with the virus. They may include: Backache Delirium Diarrhea Excessive bleeding Fatigue High fever Malaise Raised pink rash, turns into sores that become crusty on day 8 or 9 Severe headache Nausea and vomiting. Tests include: DIC panel Platelet count White blood cell count Special laboratory tests can be used to identify the virus. The smallpox vaccine may prevent illness or lessen symptoms if it is given within 1 to 4 days after a person is exposed to the disease. Once symptoms have started, treatment is limited. In July 2013, 59,000 courses of the antiviral drug tecovirimat was delivered by SIGA Technologies to the United States government's Strategic National Stockpile for use in a possible bioterrorism incident. SIGA filed for bankruptcy protection in 2014. Antibiotics may be given for infections that occur in people who have smallpox. Taking antibodies against a disease similar to smallpox (vaccinia immune globulin) may help shorten the duration of the disease. People who have been diagnosed with smallpox and people they have been in close contact with need to be isolated right away. They will need to receive the vaccine and be watched closely. In the past, this was a major illness. The risk of death was as high as 30%. Complications may include: Arthritis and bone infections Brain swelling ( encephalitis ) Death Eye infections Pneumonia Scarring Severe bleeding Skin infections (from the sores). If you think you may have been exposed to smallpox, contact your health care provider right away. Contact with the virus is very unlikely unless you have worked with the virus in a lab or you have been exposed through bioterrorism. Many people were vaccinated against smallpox in the past. The vaccine is no longer given to the general public. If the vaccine needs to be given to control an outbreak, it can have a small risk of complications. Currently, only military personnel, health care workers, and emergency responders may receive the vaccine. Variola - major and minor; Variola. Smallpox lesions Smallpox lesions. Centers for Disease Control website. Smallpox. www.cdc.gov/smallpox/index.html. Updated July 12, 2017. Accessed July 18, 2017. Petersen BW, Damon IK. Orthopoxviruses: vaccinia (smallpox vaccine), variola (smallpox), monkeypox, and cowpox. Encyclopedia Entry for Smallpox : Smallpox (Variola). Source of disease: Variola major or Variola minor |
| Smallpox Secondary | CAFL | 334,360,471,647,506,711,880,787,727,20 | Also called Variola. Extremely contagious viral disease marked by fever, prostration, and a rash of small blisters. Also see Herpes Simplex RTI program. |
| Smart Dust | XTRA | 55454.5454 | Duty Cycle=67, Apply=Frequencies Directly. Dowsed by Newport. Use Silicone Detox after this. Use for activated and dormant Morgellons. |
| Smegma | CAFL | 153,180,638 | Combination of shed skin cells, skin oils, and moisture occurring in female and male mammalian genitalia. |
| Smegma | VEGA | 180 | Combination of shed skin cells, skin oils, and moisture occurring in female and male mammalian genitalia. |
| Smith-Lemli-Opitz Syndrome | ETDF | 80,350,5500,35190,72500,93500,342060,524370,655200,754190 | Inborn error of cholesterol synthesis causing multiple physical malformations. |
| Smith-Magenis Syndrome | ETDF | 950,2250,32500,67500,97500,322060,375170,497610,653690,750000 | Developmental disorder affecting body and brain, including intellectual disability, broad face, difficulty sleeping, and various behavioral problems. |
| Sneddon Syndrome | ETDF | 40,350,700,60000,150000,322530,479500,527000,662710,749000 | Arterial disease with severe transient neurological symptoms or Stroke and blue/purple skin mottling. |
| Sneezing | CAFL | 880,787,727,465,146 | A sneeze, or sternutation, is a semi-autonomous, convulsive expulsion of air from the lungs through the nose and mouth, usually caused by foreign particles irritating the nasal mucosa. Encyclopedia Entry for Sneezing : Sneezing. Sneezing is caused by irritation to the mucous membranes of the nose or throat. It can be very bothersome, but is rarely a sign of a serious problem. Sneezing can be due to: Allergy to pollen ( hay fever ), mold, dander, dust Breathing in corticosteroids (from certain nose sprays) Common cold or the flu Drug withdrawal Triggers such as dust, air pollution, dry air, spicy foods, strong emotions, certain medicines, and powders. Avoiding exposure to the allergen is the best way to control sneezing caused by allergies. An allergen is something that causes an allergic reaction. Tips to reduce your exposure: Change furnace filters Remove pets from the home to get rid of animal dander Use air filters to reduce pollen in the air Wash linens in hot water (at least 130 F or 54 C) to kill dust mites In some cases, you may need to move out of a home with a mold spore problem. Sneezing that is not due to an allergy will disappear when the illness that is causing it is cured or treated. Call your health care provider if sneezing is affecting your life and home remedies do not work. Your provider will perform a physical exam and look at your nose and throat. You'll be asked about your medical history and symptoms. Questions may include when the sneezing started, whether you have other symptoms, or if you have allergies. In some cases, allergy testing may be needed to find the cause. Your provider will suggest treatments and lifestyle changes for hay fever symptoms. Sternutation; Allergy - sneezing; Hay fever - sneezing; Flu - sneezing; Cold - sneezing; Dust - sneezing. Allergic rhinitis - what to ask your doctor - adult Allergic rhinitis - what to ask your doctor - child. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy. Eccles R. The nose and control of nasal airflow. |
| Sodium Chloride | XTRA | 29.22 | Table salt. |
| Sodium na | XTRA | 563.05,606.99,12915.53 | Metal element. |
| Solfeggio Frequencies | XTRA | 396,417,528,639,741,852 | Liberate guilt, fear, release emotional patterns, undo situations, facilitate change, transformation, miracles, DNA repair, connecting, relationships, whole-brain interconnection, awaken intuition, non-linear knowing, return to spiritual order, unconditional love. |
| Solitary Cyst | BIO | 75,543 | Most commonly manifests as Breast Cyst. |
| Solitary Cyst | VEGA | 75 | Most commonly manifests as Breast Cyst. |
| Somatoform Disorders | ETDF | 70,570,23100,50000,375190,477500,527000,667000,753230,986220 | Symptoms suggesting physical illness or injury that cannot be explained by a medical condition or the direct effect of a substance, and not attributable to another mental disorder. |
| Sore Throat | CAFL | 2720,2489,1800,1600,1550,802,885,880,875,787,776,727,46.5,766 | See Pharyngitis, Streptococcus General, Streptococcus Pyogenes, and Actinomyces Israelii programs. |
| Sorghum Smut | BIO | 294 | Homeopathic preparation for an allergen. |
| Sorghum Syrup | HC | 277000 | Sweet syrum made from Sweet Sorghum grass. |
| Spasm | ETDF | 60,320,600,32500,67500,97500,325750,519340,691270,754190 | Sudden involuntary contraction of muscle, a group of muscles, or a hollow organ such as the heart. Encyclopedia Entry for Spasm : Spasmodic dysphonia. The exact cause of spasmodic dysphonia is unknown. Sometimes is it triggered by psychological stress. Most cases result from a problem in the brain and nervous system that can affect the voice. The vocal cord muscles spasm, or contract, which causes the vocal cords to get too close or too far apart while a person is using their voice. Spasmodic dysphonia often occurs between ages 30 and 50. Women are more likely to be affected than men. Sometimes, the condition runs in the family. The voice is usually hoarse or grating. It may waver and pause. The voice may sound strained or strangled, and it may seem as if the speaker has to use extra effort. This is known as adductor dysphonia. Sometimes, the voice is whispery or breathy. This is known as abductor dysphonia. The problem may go away when the person laughs, whispers, speaks in a high-pitched voice, sings, or shouts. Some people have muscle tone problems in other parts of the body, such as writer's cramp. An ear, nose, and throat doctor will check for changes in the vocal cords and other brain or nervous system problems. Tests that will usually be done include: Using a special scope with a light and camera to view the voice box (larynx) Voice testing by a speech-language provider. There is no cure for spasmodic dysphonia. Treatment can only reduce the symptoms. Medicine that treats spasm of the vocal cord muscles may be tried. They appear to work in up to one half of people, at best. Some of these medicines have bothersome side effects. Botulinum toxin (Botox) treatments may help. Botulinum toxin comes from a certain type of bacteria. Very small amounts of this toxin may be injected into the muscles around the vocal cords. This treatment will often help for 3 to 4 months. Surgery to cut one of the nerves to the vocal cords has been used to treat spasmodic dysphonia, but it is not very effective. Other surgical treatments may improve symptoms in some people, but further evaluation is necessary. Brain stimulation may be useful in some people. Voice therapy and psychological counseling may help to reduce the symptoms in mild cases of spasmodic dysphonia. . Dysphonia - spasmodic; Speech disorder - spasmodic dysphonia. Central nervous system Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system. Blitzer A, Sadoughi B, Guardiani E. Neurologic disorders of the larynx. Encyclopedia Entry for Spasm : Spasmus nutans. Most cases of spasmus nutans begin between age 4 months and 1 year. It usually goes away by itself in several months or years. The cause is unknown, although it may be associated with other medical conditions. A link with iron or vitamin D deficiency has been suggested. In very rare cases, symptoms similar to spasmus nutans may be due to certain types of brain tumors or other serious conditions. Symptoms of spasmus nutans include: Small, quick, side-to-side eye movements called nystagmus (both eyes are involved, but each eye may move differently) Head nodding Head tilting. The health care provider will perform a physical exam of the child. The parents will be asked about their child's symptoms. Tests may include: CT scan of the head MRI scan of the head Electroretinography , a test that measures the electrical response of the retina (the back part of the eye). Spasmus nutans that isn't related to another medical problem, such as brain tumor, requires no treatment. If the symptoms are caused by another condition, the provider will recommend appropriate treatment. Usually, this disorder goes away on its own without treatment. Call for an appointment with your child's provider if your child has rapid, movements of the eyes, or head nodding. The provider will need to perform an exam to rule out other possible causes for the symptoms. Hertle RW, Hanna NN. Supranuclear eye movement disorders, acquired and neurologic nystagmus. |
| Spastic Paresis | CAFL | 30.87,48 | Weakness of voluntary movement, or partial loss of voluntary movement, or impaired movement. |
| Spermatic Cord Torsion | ETDF | 70,460,830,2500,150000,225750,475160,667000,742000,985670 | Twisting of spermatic cord, cutting off testicle's blood supply. |
| Sphaerotilus Natans | HC | 388400-393450 | Commonly called sewage fungus, this is actually tightly sheathed filamentous bacteria that can cause metal corrosion. |
| Spherocytosis Hereditary | ETDF | 190,300,870,137940,322530,477500,527000,667000,749000,988900 | Genetic disorder of erythrocytes with anemia, jaundice, splenomegaly, and fatigue. See appropriate programs. |
| Spina Bifida Occulta | ETDF | 180,7500,25170,52500,112330,175000,524370,682450,753070,927100 | Mildest form of spina bifida. Also see Spinal Dysraphism. |
| Spinal Cord Diseases | ETDF | 180,320,950,7500,25750,52500,425160,571000,841000,932000 | These disorders include fluid-filled cavities (syrinxes), blockage of the blood supply, inflammation (as occurs in acute transverse myelitis), tumors, abscesses, bleeding (hemorrhage), vitamin B12 or copper deficiency, infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), multiple sclerosis, and syphilis. |
| Spinal Dysraphism | ETDF | 320,800,7500,25160,52500,255930,522530,691270,753070,912330 | Also called Spina Bifida. |
| Spinal Meningitis | RIFE | 427000 | Acute inflammation of protective membranes covering spinal cord (and brain). |
| Spinal Meningitis | XTRA | 426862 | RifeVideos (1936). Sourced from http://www.rifevideos.com/dr_rifes_true_original_frequencies.html |
| Spinal Muscular Atrophies of Childhood | ETDF | 180,320,25000,52500,134250,175750,426900,571000,843000,937410 | Genetic disorder with progressive muscle wasting and mobility impairment. |
| Spinal Osteophytosis | ETDF | 100,320,52500,112330,175170,475000,527000,662710,742000,986220 | Formation of Bone Spurs in spine. |
| Spinal Stenosis | ETDF | 140,320,970,7500,125710,175750,512330,682020,759830,927100 | Abnormal narrowing of spinal canal causing neurological deficit. Encyclopedia Entry for Spinal Stenosis : Spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis usually occurs as a person ages. The spinal disks become drier and start to bulge. The bones and ligaments of the spine thicken or grow larger. This is caused by arthritis or long-term swelling. Spinal stenosis may also be caused by: Arthritis of the spine, usually in middle-aged or older people Bone diseases, such as Paget disease Defect or growth in the spine that was present from birth Narrow spinal canal that the person was born with Herniated or slipped disk, which often happened in the past Injury that causes pressure on the nerve roots or the spinal cord Tumors in the spine Fracture or injury of a spinal bone. Symptoms often get worse slowly over time. Most often, symptoms will be on one side of the body, but may involve both legs. Symptoms include: Numbness , cramping, or pain in the back, buttocks, thighs, or calves, or in the neck, shoulders, or arms Weakness of part of a leg or arm Symptoms are more likely to be present or get worse when you stand or walk. They often lessen or disappear when you sit down or lean forward. Most people with spinal stenosis cannot walk for a long period. More serious symptoms include: Difficulty or poor balance when walking Problems controlling urine or bowel movements. During a physical exam, your health care provider will try to find the location of the pain and learn how it affects your movement. You will be asked to: Sit, stand, and walk. While you walk, your provider may ask you to try walking on your toes and then your heels. Bend forward, backward, and sideways. Your pain may worsen with these movements. Lift your legs straight up while lying down. If the pain is worse when you do this, you may have sciatica, especially if you also feel numbness or tingling in one of your legs. Your provider will also move your legs in different positions, including bending and straightening your knees. This is to check your strength and ability to move. To test nerve function, your provider will use a rubber hammer to check your reflexes. To test how well your nerves sense feeling, your provider will touch your legs in many places with a pin, cotton swab, or feather. To check your balance, your provider will ask you to close your eyes while keeping your feet together. A brain and nervous system (neurologic) examination helps confirm leg weakness and loss of sensation in the legs. You may have the following tests: EMG Spinal MRI or spinal CT scan X-ray of the spine. Your provider and other health professionals will help you manage your pain and keep you as active as possible. Your provider may refer you for physical therapy. The physical therapist will teach you stretches and exercises that make your back muscles stronger. You may also see a chiropractor , a massage therapist, and someone who performs acupuncture. Sometimes, a few visits will help your back or neck pain. Cold packs and heat therapy may help your pain during flare-ups. Treatments for back pain caused by spinal stenosis include: Medicines to help relieve back pain. A type of talk therapy called cognitive behavioral therapy to help you better understand your pain and teach you how to manage back pain. An epidural spinal injection (ESI), which involves injecting medicine directly into the space around your spinal nerves or spinal cord. Spinal stenosis symptoms often become worse over time, but this may happen slowly. If the pain does not respond to these treatments, or you lose movement or feeling, you may need surgery. Surgery is done to relieve pressure on the nerves or spinal cord. You and your provider can decide when you need to have surgery for these symptoms. Surgery may include removing a bulging disk , removing part of the vertebra bone , or widening the opening where your spinal nerves are located. During some spinal surgeries, the surgeon will remove some bone to create more room for your spinal nerves or spinal column. The surgeon will then fuse some of the spine bones to make your spine more stable. But this will make your back more stiff. Many people with spinal stenosis are able to be active with the condition, although they may need to make some changes in their activities or work. Spine surgery will often partly or fully relieve symptoms in your legs or arms. It is hard to predict if you will improve and how much relief surgery will provide. People who had long-term back pain before their surgery are likely to have some pain after surgery. If you needed more than one kind of back surgery, you may be more likely to have future problems. The area of the spinal column above and below a spinal fusion is more likely to be stressed and have problems and arthritis in the future. This may lead to more surgeries later. In rare cases, injuries caused by pressure on the nerves are permanent, even if the pressure is relieved. Call your provider if you have symptoms of spinal stenosis. More serious symptoms that need prompt attention include: Difficulty or poor balance when walking Worsening numbness and weakness of your limb Problems controlling urine or bowel movements Problems urinating or having a bowel movement. Pseudo-claudication; Central spinal stenosis; Foraminal spinal stenosis; Degenerative spine disease; Back pain - spinal stenosis; Low back pain - stenosis; LBP - stenosis. Spine surgery - discharge. Sciatic nerve Sciatic nerve Spinal stenosis Spinal stenosis Spinal stenosis Spinal stenosis. F rsth P, lafsson G, Carlsson T, et al. A randomized, controlled trial of fusion surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis. N Engl J Med. 2016;374(15):1413-1423. PMID: 27074066 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27074066. Gardocki RJ, Park AL. Degenerative disorders of the thoracic and lumbar spine. Azar FM, Beaty JH, eds. Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics. 13th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2017:chap 39. Ghogawala Z, Dziura J, Butler WE, et al. Laminectomy plus fusion versus laminectomy alone for lumbar spondylolisthesis. N Engl J Med. 2016;374(15):1424-1434. PMID: 27074067 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27074067. Issac Z, Lopez E. Lumbar spinal stenosis. |
| Spine Problems A=432 | XTRA | 128.43,144.16,161.82,171.44,192.43,216.1964,242.45,136.07,152.74,181.63,203.88,228.84 | From 'Songs of the Spine,' based on A=432Hz tuning. Waveform=square. Repeat Program=0. |
| Spirillum Serpens | HC | 378350-382800 | Species of pathogenic Spirillaceae bacteria. |
| Spiritual Well-being Stimulate Balance | XTRA | 1565 | spiritual well-being is an integral part of mental, emotional and physical health. Spirit |
| Spleen | XTRA | 4.6,147 | The spleen is an organ found in virtually all vertebrates. Similar in structure to a large lymph node, it acts primarily as a blood filter. Encyclopedia Entry for Spleen : Spleen removal - child - discharge. Your child's spleen was removed after your child was given general anesthesia (asleep and pain-free). If your child had open surgery, the surgeon made an incision (cut) in your child's belly. If your child had laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon made 3 to 4 small cuts in your child's belly. Most children recover quickly after spleen removal. Recovery from laparoscopic surgery is usually faster than recovery from open surgery. Your child may have some of these symptoms. All of them should slowly go away: Pain around the incisions for a few days. Sore throat from the breathing tube. Sucking on ice chips or gargling (if your child is old enough to do these things) can help soothe the throat. Bruising, skin redness, or pain around the cut, or cuts. Problems taking deep breaths. If your child's spleen was removed for a blood disorder or lymphoma, your child may need more treatment depending on the disorder. When you lift your baby, support both the baby's head and bottom for the first 4 to 6 weeks after surgery. Toddlers and older children will often stop any activity if they get tired. DO NOT press them to do more if they seem tired. Your health care provider will tell you when it is OK for your child to return to school or daycare. This may be as soon as 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. Your child's activity restrictions will depend on: The type of surgery (open or laparoscopic) Your child's age The reason for the operation Ask your doctor about specific activity instructions and limitations. In general, walking and climbing stairs is OK. You can give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain. The doctor may also prescribe other pain medicines to use at home if your child needs them. Your doctor will tell you when to remove your child's dressings. Care for the incisions as instructed. Keep the incision area clean and dry. Only wash it if instructed by your doctor. You may remove the incision dressings (bandages) to give your child a shower. If strips of tape or surgical glue were used to close the incision: Cover the incision with plastic wrap before showering for the first week. DO NOT try to wash off the tape or glue. They will fall off in about a week. Your child should not soak in a bathtub or hot tub or go swimming until your doctor says it is OK. Most people live a normal active life without a spleen, but there is always a risk of getting an infection. This is because the spleen is part of the body's immune system, helping fight certain infections. Your child will be more likely to get infections without a spleen: Risk of infection is highest in the first 2 years after surgery, or until your child is 5 or 6 years old. Always tell your child's doctor if your child has a fever, sore throat, headache, belly pain, or diarrhea, or an injury that breaks the skin. Most of the time, problems like these will not be serious. But, sometimes they can lead to major infections. For the first week after surgery, check your child's temperature every day. Ask your child's doctor if your child should have (or already had) these vaccines: Pneumonia Meningococcal Haemophilus Flu shot (every year) Your child may need to take antibiotics every day for a while. Tell your child's doctor if the medicine is causing your child any problems. DO NOT stop giving antibiotics before checking with your child's doctor. These things will help prevent infections in your child: Teach your child to wash his or her hands often with soap and water. Family members should do the same. Get your child treated for any bites, especially dog bites, right away. Let your child's doctor know if your child will be traveling out of the country. Your child may need to carry extra antibiotics, take precautions against malaria, and make sure immunizations are up to date. Tell all of your child's health care providers (dentist, doctors, nurses, or nurse practitioners) that your child does not have a spleen. Ask your child's provider about a special bracelet for your child to wear that says your child does not have a spleen. After surgery, most babies and infants (younger than 12 to 15 months) can take as much formula or breast milk as they want. Ask your child's doctor first if this is right for your baby. Your child's provider may tell you how to add extra calories to formula. Give toddlers and older children regular, healthy foods. The provider will tell you about any changes you should make. Call your health care provider if: Your child's temperature is 101 F (38.3 C) or higher. The surgical wounds are bleeding, are red or warm to the touch, or have a thick, yellow, green, or milky drainage. Your child has pain that is not helped by pain medicines. It is hard for your child to breathe. Your child has a cough that does not go away. Your child cannot drink or eat. Your child is not as energetic as usual, is not eating, and looks ill. Splenectomy - child - discharge; Spleen removal - child - discharge. Brandow AM, Camitta BM. Hyposplenism, splenic trauma, and splenectomy. Encyclopedia Entry for Spleen : Spleen removal - laparoscopic - adults - discharge. The type of surgery you had is called laparoscopic splenectomy. The surgeon made 3 to 4 small cuts (incisions) in your belly. The laparoscope and other medical instruments were inserted through these cuts. A harmless gas was pumped into your belly to expand the area to help your surgeon see better. Recovering from surgery usually takes several weeks. You may have some of these symptoms as you recover: Pain around the incisions. When you first get home, you may also feel pain in one or both shoulders. This pain comes from any gas still left in your belly after the surgery. It should go away over several days to a week. A sore throat from the breathing tube that helped you breathe during surgery. Sucking on ice chips or gargling may be soothing. Nausea, and maybe throwing up. Your surgeon can prescribe nausea medicine if you need it. Bruising or redness around your wounds. This will go away on its own. Problems taking deep breaths. Make sure your home is safe as you are recovering. For example, remove throw rugs to prevent tripping and falling. Be sure that you can use your shower or bathtub safely. Have someone stay with you for a few days until you can get around better on your own. Start walking soon after surgery. Begin your everyday activities as soon as you feel up to it. Move around the house, shower, and use the stairs at home during the first week. If it hurts when you do something, stop doing that activity. You may be able to drive after 7 to 10 days if you are not taking narcotic pain medicines. DO NOT do any heavy lifting or straining for the first 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. If you lift or strain and feel any pain or pulling on the incisions, avoid that activity. You may be able to go back to a desk job within a few weeks. It can take up to 6 to 8 weeks to get your normal energy level back. Your doctor will prescribe pain medicines for you to use at home. If you are taking pain pills 3 or 4 times a day, try taking them at the same times each day for 3 to 4 days. They may work better this way. Try getting up and moving around if you are having some pain in your belly. This may ease your pain. Press a pillow over your incision when you cough or sneeze to ease discomfort and protect your incision. If stitches, staples, or glue were used to close your skin, you may remove any dressings (bandages) and take a shower the day after surgery. If strips of tape were used to close your skin, cover the incisions with plastic wrap before showering for the first week. DO NOT try to wash the tape off. They will fall off in about a week. DO NOT soak in a bathtub or hot tub or go swimming until your surgeon tells you it is OK (usually 1 week). Most people live a normal active life without a spleen. But there is always a risk of getting an infection. This is because the spleen is part of the body's immune system, helping fight infections. After your spleen is removed, you will be more likely to get infections: For the first week after surgery, check your temperature every day. Tell the surgeon right away if you have a fever, sore throat, headache, belly pain, or diarrhea, or an injury that breaks your skin. Keeping up to date on your immunizations will be very important. Ask your doctor if you should have these vaccines: Pneumonia Meningococcal Haemophilus Flu shot (every year) Things you can do to help prevent infections: Eat healthy foods to keep your immune system strong. Avoid crowds for the first 2 weeks after you go home. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Ask family members to do the same. Get treated for any bites, human or animal, right away. Protect your skin when you are camping or hiking or doing other outdoor activities. Wear long sleeves and pants. Tell your doctor if you plan to travel out of the country. Tell all of your health care providers (dentist, doctors, nurses, or nurse practitioners) that you do not have a spleen. Buy and wear a bracelet that indicates you do not have a spleen. Call your surgeon or nurse if you have any of the following: Temperature of 101 F (38.3 C), or higher Incisions are bleeding, red or warm to the touch, or have a thick, yellow, green, or milky drainage Your pain medicines are not working It is hard to breathe. Cough that does not go away Cannot drink or eat Develop a skin rash and feel ill. Splenectomy - microscopic - discharge; Laparoscopic splenectomy - discharge. Mier F, Hunter JG. Laparoscopic splenectomy. Encyclopedia Entry for Spleen : Spleen removal - open - adults - discharge. The type of surgery you had is called open surgery. The surgeon made a cut (incision) in the middle of your belly or on the left side of your belly just below the ribs. If you are being treated for cancer, the surgeon probably also removed the lymph nodes in your belly. Recovering from surgery takes 4 to 8 weeks. You may have some of these symptoms as you recover: Pain around the incision for a few weeks. This pain should lessen over time. Sore throat from the breathing tube that helped you breathe during surgery. Sucking on ice chips or gargling may help soothe your throat. Nausea and maybe throwing up. Your surgeon can prescribe nausea medicine if you need it. Bruising or skin redness around your wound. This will go away on its own. Trouble taking deep breaths. If your spleen was removed for a blood disorder or lymphoma, you may need more treatments. This depends on your medical disorder. Make sure your home is safe as you are recovering. For example, remove throw rugs to prevent tripping and falling. Be sure that you can use your shower or bath safely. Have someone stay with you for a few days until you are sure you can take care of yourself. You should be able to do most of your regular activities in 4 to 8 weeks. Before that: DO NOT lift anything heavy until your doctor says it is OK. Avoid all strenuous activity. This includes heavy exercising, weightlifting, and other activities that make you breathe hard, strain, or have pain or discomfort. Short walks and using stairs are OK. Light housework is OK. DO NOT push yourself too hard. Gradually increase how much you are active. Your doctor will prescribe pain medicines for you to use at home. If you are taking pain pills 3 or 4 times a day, try taking them at the same times each day for 3 to 4 days. They may be more effective this way. Try getting up and moving around if you are having pain in your belly. This may ease your pain. Press a pillow over your incision when you cough or sneeze to ease discomfort and protect your incision. Care for your incision as instructed. If the incision was covered with skin glue, you may shower with soap the day after surgery. Pat the area dry. If you have a dressing, change it daily and shower when your surgeon says it is ok. If strips of tape were used to close your incision: Cover the incision with plastic wrap before showering for the first week. DO NOT try to wash off the tape or glue. It will fall off on its own in about a week. DO NOT soak in a bathtub or hot tub or go swimming until your surgeon tells you it is OK. Most people live a normal active life without a spleen. But there is always a risk of getting an infection. This is because the spleen is part of the body's immune system, helping fight infections. After your spleen is removed, you will be more likely to get infections: For the first week after surgery, check your temperature every day. Tell the surgeon right away if you have a fever, sore throat, headache, belly pain, or diarrhea, or an injury that breaks your skin. Keeping up to date on your immunizations will be very important. Ask your doctor if you should have these vaccines: Pneumonia Meningococcal Haemophilus Flu shot (every year) Things you can do to help prevent infections: Eat healthy foods to keep your immune system strong. Avoid crowds for the first 2 weeks after you go home. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Ask family members to do the same. Get treated for any bites, human or animal, right away. Protect your skin when you are camping or hiking or doing other outdoor activities. Wear long sleeves and pants. Tell your doctor if you plan to travel out of the country. Tell all of your health care providers (dentist, doctors, nurses, or nurse practitioners) that you do not have a spleen. Buy and wear a bracelet that indicates you do not have a spleen. Call your surgeon or nurse if you have any of the following: Temperature of 101 F (38.3 C), or higher Incisions are bleeding, red or warm to the touch, or have a thick, yellow, green, or milky drainage Your pain medicines are not working It is hard to breathe Cough that does not go away Cannot drink or eat Develop a skin rash and feel ill. Splenectomy - adult - discharge; Spleen removal - adult - discharge. Poulose BK, Holzman MD. The spleen. Encyclopedia Entry for Spleen : Spleen removal. The spleen is removed while you are under general anesthesia (asleep and pain-free). The surgeon may do either an open splenectomy or a laparoscopic splenectomy. During open spleen removal: The surgeon makes a cut (incision) in the middle of the belly or on the left side of the belly just below the ribs. The spleen is located and removed. If you are also being treated for cancer, lymph nodes in the belly are examined. They may also be removed. The incision is closed using stitches or staples. During laparoscopic spleen removal: The surgeon makes 3 or 4 small cuts in the belly. The surgeon inserts an instrument called a laparoscope through one of the cuts. The scope has a tiny camera and light on the end, which allows the surgeon to see inside the belly. Other instruments are inserted through the other cuts. A harmless gas is pumped into the belly to expand it. This gives the surgeon room to work. The surgeon uses the scope and other instruments to remove the spleen. The scope and other instruments are removed. The incisions are closed using stitches or staples. With laparoscopic surgery, recovery is often faster and less painful than with open surgery. Talk to your surgeon about which type of surgery is right for you or your child. Conditions that may require spleen removal include: Abscess or cyst in the spleen. Blood clot (thrombosis) in the blood vessels of the spleen. Cirrhosis of the liver. Diseases or disorders of blood cells, such as idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP), hereditary spherocytosis , thalassemia, hemolytic anemia , and hereditary elliptocytosis. These are all rare conditions. Hypersplenism. Lymphoma , Hodgkin disease , and leukemia. Other tumors or cancers that affect the spleen. Sickle cell anemia. Splenic artery aneurysm (rare). Trauma to the spleen. Risks for anesthesia and surgery in general are: Reactions to medicines Breathing problems Bleeding, blood clots , infection Risks for this surgery include: Blood clot in the portal vein (an important vein that carries blood to the liver) Collapsed lung Hernia at the surgical cut site Increased risk for infection after splenectomy (children are at higher risk than adults for infection) Injury to nearby organs, such as the pancreas, stomach, and colon Pus collection under the diaphragm Risks are the same for both open and laparoscopic spleen removal. You or your child will have many visits with health care providers and several tests before surgery. You may have: A complete physical exam Immunizations, such as the pneumococcal, meningococcal, Haemophilus influenzae , and flu vaccines Screening blood tests, special imaging tests, and other tests to make sure you are healthy enough to have surgery Transfusions to receive extra red blood cells and platelets, if you need them If you smoke, you should try to stop. Smoking increases your risk for problems such as slow healing. Ask your provider for help quitting. Tell the provider: If you are, or might be pregnant. What medicines, vitamins, and other supplements you or your child is taking, even ones that were bought without a prescription. During the week before surgery: You or your child may need to stop taking drugs that make it harder for your blood to clot. These include aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), clopidogrel (Plavix), vitamin E, and warfarin (Coumadin). Ask the surgeon which drugs you or your child should still take on the day of surgery. On the day of surgery: Follow instructions about when you or your child should stop eating or drinking. Take the drugs the surgeon told you or your child to take with a small sip of water. Arrive at the hospital on time. You or your child will spend less than a week in the hospital. The hospital stay may be only 1 or 2 days after a laparoscopic splenectomy. Healing will likely take 4 to 6 weeks. After going home, follow instructions on taking care of yourself or your child. The outcome of this surgery depends on what disease or injuries you or your child has. People who do not have other severe injuries or medical problems often recover after this surgery. After the spleen is removed, a person is more likely to develop infections. Talk with provider about getting needed vaccinations, particularly the yearly flu vaccine. Children may need to take antibiotics to prevent infections. Most adults do not need antibiotics long-term. Splenectomy; Laparoscopic splenectomy; Spleen removal - laparoscopic. Spleen removal - child - discharge Spleen removal - laparoscopic - adults - discharge Spleen removal - open - adults - discharge Surgical wound care - open When you have nausea and vomiting. Red blood cells, target cells Red blood cells, target cells Spleen removal - series Spleen removal - series. Brandow AM, Camitta BM. Hyposplenism, splenic trauma, and splenectomy. |
| Spleen 2 | XTRA | 492 | The spleen is an organ found in virtually all vertebrates. Similar in structure to a large lymph node, it acts primarily as a blood filter. |
| Spleen Enlarged | CAFL | 35,787,3176 | Enlarged spleen = splenomegaly= enlargement/ increased size of the digestive organ Spleen |
| Spleen Enlarged 1 | XTRA | 20,27.44,35,465,660,690,727.5,787,802,880,1550,1800,2170,2720,3176,10000 | Splenomegaly is a condition that occurs when your spleen becomes enlarged. It is also commonly referred to as enlarged spleen orspleen enlargement. |
| Splenic Diseases | ETDF | 40,350,7250,2500,60000,125000,300000,475170,527000,752700 | Diseases of the spleen. |
| Splenic Rupture | ETDF | 30,570,50000,205830,358570,475160,527000,667000,749000,985670 | Rupture of spleen. |
| Spondylitis | XTRA | 28 | Inflammation of the vertebra. Other use: neurosis. |
| Spondylitis Ankylosing | ETDF | 190,180,8000,55750,322060,477500,527000,662710,742000,988900 | Chronic inflammatory disease of spinal and sacroiliac joints. Also see Ankylosing Spondylitis programs. |
| Spondylolisthesis | ETDF | 460,680,32710,96500,319340,428170,512330,682450,753070,922530 | Forward displacement of a vertebra, especially the fifth lumbar vertebra, most commonly after fracture. Encyclopedia Entry for Spondylolisthesis : Spondylolisthesis. In children, spondylolisthesis usually occurs between the fifth bone in the lower back (lumbar vertebra) and the first bone in the sacrum (pelvis) area. It is often due to a birth defect in that area of the spine or sudden injury (acute trauma). In adults, the most common cause is abnormal wear on the cartilage and bones, such as arthritis. The condition mostly affects people over 50 years old. It is more common in women than in men. Bone disease and fractures can also cause spondylolisthesis. Certain sports activities, such as gymnastics, weightlifting, and football, greatly stress the bones in the lower back. They also require that the athlete constantly overstretch (hyperextend) the spine. This can lead to a stress fracture on one or both sides of the vertebra. A stress fracture can cause a spinal bone to become weak and shift out of place. Symptoms of spondylolisthesis may vary from mild to severe. A person with spondylolisthesis may have no symptoms. Children may not show symptoms until they're 18 years old. The condition can lead to increased lordosis (also called swayback). In later stages, it may result in kyphosis (roundback) as the upper spine falls off the lower spine. Symptoms may include any of the following: Lower back pain Muscle tightness (tight hamstring muscle) Pain, numbness, or tingling in the thighs and buttocks Stiffness Tenderness in the area of the vertebra that is out of place Weakness in the legs. Your health care provider will examine you and feel your spine. You will be asked to raise your leg straight out in front of you. This may be uncomfortable or painful. X-ray of the spine can show if a bone in the spine is out of place or broken. CT scan or MRI scan of the spine can show if there is any narrowing of the spinal canal. . Treatment depends on how severely the vertebra has shifted out of place. Most people get better with exercises that stretch and strengthen lower back muscles. If the shift is not severe, you can play most sports if there is no pain. Most of the time, you can slowly resume activities. You may be asked to avoid contact sports or to change activities to protect your back from being overextended. You will have follow-up x-rays to make sure the problem is not getting worse. Your provider may also recommend: A back brace to limit spine movement Pain medicine (taken by mouth or injected into the back) Physical therapy Surgery may be needed to fuse the shifted vertebrae if you have: Severe pain that does not get better with treatment A severe shift of a spine bone Weakness of muscles in one or both of your legs Difficulty with controlling your bowels and bladder There is a chance of nerve injury with such surgery. However, the results can be very successful. Exercises and changes in activity are helpful for most people with mild spondylolisthesis. If too much movement occurs, the bones may begin to press on nerves. Surgery may be necessary to correct the condition. Other complications may include: Long-term (chronic) back pain Infection Temporary or permanent damage of spinal nerve roots, which may cause sensation changes, weakness, or paralysis of the legs. Call your provider if: The back appears to curve a lot You have back pain or stiffness that does not go away You have pain in the thighs and buttocks that does not go away You have numbness and weakness in legs. Low back pain - spondylolisthesis; LBP - spondylolisthesis; Lumbar pain - spondylolisthesis; Degenerative spine - spondylolisthesis. Earle JL, Siddiqui IJ, Rainville J, Keel JC. Lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. |
| Spooky Converge Sweep | XTRA | 1595645.833-1662479.167 | Wave=Sine, X=96, Spectrum=100%. Out2 = Out1 x -1 + 3258125 Hz. Targets all pathogens. Use Spooky Boost to combine both outputs, or connect another Spooky Remote to Out 2. Do not use with Spooky Central. |
| Spooky Spectrum Sweep | XTRA | 1595645.833-1662479.167 | Wave=Sine, X=96, Spectrum=100%. Out2 = Out1 x .25 + 0 Hz. Targets all pathogens. Use Spooky Boost to combine both outputs, or connect another Spooky Remote to Out 2. Do not use with Spooky Central. |
| Sporobolomyces | BIO | 753 | Type of yeast. |
| Sporotrichum Pruinosum | CAFL | 584,598,687,755,715 | Type of yeast which can infect lungs. Also use Basidiomycetes program. |
| Sporotrichum Pruinosum | VEGA | 755 | Type of yeast which can infect lungs. Also use Basidiomycetes program. |
| Sprengel's Deformity | ETDF | 140,300,950,178720,375170,477500,527000,667000,761850,988900 | Rare congenital skeletal abnormality where one shoulder blade sits higher on the back than the other. |
| Squamous Cell Carcinoma | XTRA | 666,760,2008,2116,2125,2128,2131,2140,2145,2280,3672,6130,6601,6672 | Also see Cancer Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Bowen's Disease, and Cancer Lung Non-Small Cell programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Squamous Cell Carcinoma : Squamous cell carcinoma. Can be caused by Human Papilloma virus (HPV). Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Stability | XTRA | 6.88,194.71 | Ability of a substance to remain unchanged over time under stated or reasonably expected conditions of storage and use. Mind |
| Stachybotrys Chartarum | XTRA | 540.1,577.9,604.39,747.39,764.5,765,844,922.2,952.39,969.6 | Very toxic black mold most common in damp or water-damaged buildings. |
| Stammering | CAFL | 10000,20,6000,7.83 | Also see Stuttering program. |
| Staph | PROV | 43245000 | From Patent US 6,321,120 B1 Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staph infections - hospital. Staph germs are mostly spread by skin-to-skin contact (touching). A doctor, nurse, other health care provider, or even visitors may have staph germs on their body and then spread them to a patient. This can happen when: A provider carries staph on the skin as normal bacteria. A doctor, nurse, other provider, or visitor touches a person who has a staph infection. A person develops a staph infection at home and brings this germ to the hospital. If the person then touches another person without washing their hands first, the staph germs may spread. Also, a patient may have a staph infection before coming to the hospital. This can occur without the person even being aware of it. In a few cases, people can get staph infections by touching clothing, sinks, or other objects that have staph germs on them. One type of staph germ, called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is harder to treat. This is because MRSA is not killed by certain antibiotics used to treat ordinary staph germs. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin. Most of the time, it does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These people are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized with staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Common risk factors for developing a serious staph infection are: Being in a hospital or other type of care facility for a long time Having a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Having an open cut or sore Having a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Injecting illegal drugs Living with or having close contact with a person who has staph Being on kidney dialysis. Any time an area of your skin appears red, swollen, or crusty, a staph infection may be the cause. The only way to know for sure is to have a test called a skin culture. To do the culture, your provider may use a cotton swab to collect a sample from an open wound, skin rash, or skin sore. A sample may also be taken from a wound, blood , or sputum (phlegm). The sample is sent to the lab for testing. The best way to prevent the spread of staph for everyone is to keep their hands clean. It is important to wash your hands thoroughly. To do this: Wet your hands and wrists, then apply soap. Rub your palms, backs of your hands, fingers, and in between your fingers until the soap is bubbly. Rinse clean with running water. Dry with a clean paper towel. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet. Alcohol-based gels may also be used if your hands are not visibly dirty. These gels should be at least 60% alcohol. Use enough gel to wet your hands completely. Rub your hands until they are dry. Ask visitors to wash their hands before they come into your hospital room. They should also wash their hands when they leave your room. Health care workers and other hospital staff can prevent staph infection by: Washing their hands before and after they touch every patient Wearing gloves and other protective clothing when they treat wounds, touch IVs and catheters, and when they handle bodily fluids Using the proper sterile techniques Promptly cleaning up after dressing (bandage) changes, procedures, surgeries, and spills Always using sterile equipment and sterile techniques when taking care of patients and equipment Checking for and promptly reporting any sign of wound infections Many hospitals encourage patients to ask their providers if they have washed their hands. As a patient, you have the right to ask. Proper hand washing Proper hand washing. Calfee DP. Prevention and control of health care-associated infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staph infections - self-care at home. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin, in their noses, or other body areas. Most of the time, the germ does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These persons are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized by staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Most staph germs are spread by skin-to-skin contact. They can also be spread when you touch something that has the staph germ on it, such as clothing or a towel. Staph germs can then enter a break in the skin, such as cuts, scratches, or pimples. Usually the infection is minor and stays in the skin. But the infection can spread deeper and affect the blood, bones, or joints. Organs such as the lungs, heart, or brain can also be affected. Serious cases can be life-threatening. You are more likely to get a staph infection if you: Have an open cut or sore Inject illegal drugs Have a medical tube such as urinary catheter or feeding tube Have a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Have a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Live with or have close contact with a person who has staph Play contact sports or share athletic equipment Share items such as towels, razors, or cosmetics with others Recently stayed in a hospital or long-term care facility. Symptoms depend on where the infection is located. For example, with a skin infection you may have a boil or a painful rash called impetigo. With a serious infection, such as toxic shock syndrome , you may have a high fever, nausea and vomiting, and a sunburn-like rash. The only way to know for sure if you have a staph infection is by seeing a health care provider. A cotton swab is used to collect a sample from an open skin rash or skin sore. A blood , urine , or sputum sample may also be collected. The sample is sent to a lab to test for staph. If staph is found, it will be tested to see which antibiotic should be used to treat your infection. If test results show you have a staph infection, treatment may include: Taking antibiotics Cleaning and draining the wound Surgery to remove an infected device. Follow these steps to avoid a staph infection and prevent it from spreading. Keep your hands clean by washing them thoroughly with soap and water. Or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Keep cuts and scrapes clean and covered with bandages until they heal. Avoid contact with other people's wounds or bandages. Do not share personal items such as towels, clothing, or cosmetics. Simple steps for athletes include: Cover wounds with a clean bandage. Do not touch other people's bandages. Wash your hands well before and after playing sports. Shower right after exercising. Do not share soap, razors, or towels. If you share sports equipment, clean it first with antiseptic solution or wipes. Use clothing or a towel between your skin and the equipment. Do not use a common whirlpool or sauna if another person with an open sore used it. Always use clothing or a towel as a barrier. Do not share splints, bandages, or braces. Check that shared shower facilities are clean. If they are not clean, shower at home. Staphylococcus infections - self care at home; Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus infections - self care at home; MRSA infections - self care at home. Chambers HF. Staphylococcal infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staphylococcal food poisoning. Source of disease: Staphylococcus species Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staphylococcal infection. Source of disease: Staphylococcus species |
| Staph | XTRA | 43245000 | From Patent No.: US 6,321,120 B1 Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staph infections - hospital. Staph germs are mostly spread by skin-to-skin contact (touching). A doctor, nurse, other health care provider, or even visitors may have staph germs on their body and then spread them to a patient. This can happen when: A provider carries staph on the skin as normal bacteria. A doctor, nurse, other provider, or visitor touches a person who has a staph infection. A person develops a staph infection at home and brings this germ to the hospital. If the person then touches another person without washing their hands first, the staph germs may spread. Also, a patient may have a staph infection before coming to the hospital. This can occur without the person even being aware of it. In a few cases, people can get staph infections by touching clothing, sinks, or other objects that have staph germs on them. One type of staph germ, called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is harder to treat. This is because MRSA is not killed by certain antibiotics used to treat ordinary staph germs. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin. Most of the time, it does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These people are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized with staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Common risk factors for developing a serious staph infection are: Being in a hospital or other type of care facility for a long time Having a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Having an open cut or sore Having a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Injecting illegal drugs Living with or having close contact with a person who has staph Being on kidney dialysis. Any time an area of your skin appears red, swollen, or crusty, a staph infection may be the cause. The only way to know for sure is to have a test called a skin culture. To do the culture, your provider may use a cotton swab to collect a sample from an open wound, skin rash, or skin sore. A sample may also be taken from a wound, blood , or sputum (phlegm). The sample is sent to the lab for testing. The best way to prevent the spread of staph for everyone is to keep their hands clean. It is important to wash your hands thoroughly. To do this: Wet your hands and wrists, then apply soap. Rub your palms, backs of your hands, fingers, and in between your fingers until the soap is bubbly. Rinse clean with running water. Dry with a clean paper towel. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet. Alcohol-based gels may also be used if your hands are not visibly dirty. These gels should be at least 60% alcohol. Use enough gel to wet your hands completely. Rub your hands until they are dry. Ask visitors to wash their hands before they come into your hospital room. They should also wash their hands when they leave your room. Health care workers and other hospital staff can prevent staph infection by: Washing their hands before and after they touch every patient Wearing gloves and other protective clothing when they treat wounds, touch IVs and catheters, and when they handle bodily fluids Using the proper sterile techniques Promptly cleaning up after dressing (bandage) changes, procedures, surgeries, and spills Always using sterile equipment and sterile techniques when taking care of patients and equipment Checking for and promptly reporting any sign of wound infections Many hospitals encourage patients to ask their providers if they have washed their hands. As a patient, you have the right to ask. Proper hand washing Proper hand washing. Calfee DP. Prevention and control of health care-associated infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staph infections - self-care at home. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin, in their noses, or other body areas. Most of the time, the germ does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These persons are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized by staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Most staph germs are spread by skin-to-skin contact. They can also be spread when you touch something that has the staph germ on it, such as clothing or a towel. Staph germs can then enter a break in the skin, such as cuts, scratches, or pimples. Usually the infection is minor and stays in the skin. But the infection can spread deeper and affect the blood, bones, or joints. Organs such as the lungs, heart, or brain can also be affected. Serious cases can be life-threatening. You are more likely to get a staph infection if you: Have an open cut or sore Inject illegal drugs Have a medical tube such as urinary catheter or feeding tube Have a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Have a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Live with or have close contact with a person who has staph Play contact sports or share athletic equipment Share items such as towels, razors, or cosmetics with others Recently stayed in a hospital or long-term care facility. Symptoms depend on where the infection is located. For example, with a skin infection you may have a boil or a painful rash called impetigo. With a serious infection, such as toxic shock syndrome , you may have a high fever, nausea and vomiting, and a sunburn-like rash. The only way to know for sure if you have a staph infection is by seeing a health care provider. A cotton swab is used to collect a sample from an open skin rash or skin sore. A blood , urine , or sputum sample may also be collected. The sample is sent to a lab to test for staph. If staph is found, it will be tested to see which antibiotic should be used to treat your infection. If test results show you have a staph infection, treatment may include: Taking antibiotics Cleaning and draining the wound Surgery to remove an infected device. Follow these steps to avoid a staph infection and prevent it from spreading. Keep your hands clean by washing them thoroughly with soap and water. Or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Keep cuts and scrapes clean and covered with bandages until they heal. Avoid contact with other people's wounds or bandages. Do not share personal items such as towels, clothing, or cosmetics. Simple steps for athletes include: Cover wounds with a clean bandage. Do not touch other people's bandages. Wash your hands well before and after playing sports. Shower right after exercising. Do not share soap, razors, or towels. If you share sports equipment, clean it first with antiseptic solution or wipes. Use clothing or a towel between your skin and the equipment. Do not use a common whirlpool or sauna if another person with an open sore used it. Always use clothing or a towel as a barrier. Do not share splints, bandages, or braces. Check that shared shower facilities are clean. If they are not clean, shower at home. Staphylococcus infections - self care at home; Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus infections - self care at home; MRSA infections - self care at home. Chambers HF. Staphylococcal infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staphylococcal food poisoning. Source of disease: Staphylococcus species Encyclopedia Entry for Staph : Staphylococcal infection. Source of disease: Staphylococcus species |
| Staph Infections | XTRA | 727 | Staphylococcus. See other Staphylococci/Staphylococcus programs. Other uses: Streptococcus, chemical sensitivity. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph Infections : Staph infections - hospital. Staph germs are mostly spread by skin-to-skin contact (touching). A doctor, nurse, other health care provider, or even visitors may have staph germs on their body and then spread them to a patient. This can happen when: A provider carries staph on the skin as normal bacteria. A doctor, nurse, other provider, or visitor touches a person who has a staph infection. A person develops a staph infection at home and brings this germ to the hospital. If the person then touches another person without washing their hands first, the staph germs may spread. Also, a patient may have a staph infection before coming to the hospital. This can occur without the person even being aware of it. In a few cases, people can get staph infections by touching clothing, sinks, or other objects that have staph germs on them. One type of staph germ, called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is harder to treat. This is because MRSA is not killed by certain antibiotics used to treat ordinary staph germs. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin. Most of the time, it does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These people are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized with staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Common risk factors for developing a serious staph infection are: Being in a hospital or other type of care facility for a long time Having a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Having an open cut or sore Having a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Injecting illegal drugs Living with or having close contact with a person who has staph Being on kidney dialysis. Any time an area of your skin appears red, swollen, or crusty, a staph infection may be the cause. The only way to know for sure is to have a test called a skin culture. To do the culture, your provider may use a cotton swab to collect a sample from an open wound, skin rash, or skin sore. A sample may also be taken from a wound, blood , or sputum (phlegm). The sample is sent to the lab for testing. The best way to prevent the spread of staph for everyone is to keep their hands clean. It is important to wash your hands thoroughly. To do this: Wet your hands and wrists, then apply soap. Rub your palms, backs of your hands, fingers, and in between your fingers until the soap is bubbly. Rinse clean with running water. Dry with a clean paper towel. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet. Alcohol-based gels may also be used if your hands are not visibly dirty. These gels should be at least 60% alcohol. Use enough gel to wet your hands completely. Rub your hands until they are dry. Ask visitors to wash their hands before they come into your hospital room. They should also wash their hands when they leave your room. Health care workers and other hospital staff can prevent staph infection by: Washing their hands before and after they touch every patient Wearing gloves and other protective clothing when they treat wounds, touch IVs and catheters, and when they handle bodily fluids Using the proper sterile techniques Promptly cleaning up after dressing (bandage) changes, procedures, surgeries, and spills Always using sterile equipment and sterile techniques when taking care of patients and equipment Checking for and promptly reporting any sign of wound infections Many hospitals encourage patients to ask their providers if they have washed their hands. As a patient, you have the right to ask. Proper hand washing Proper hand washing. Calfee DP. Prevention and control of health care-associated infections. Encyclopedia Entry for Staph Infections : Staph infections - self-care at home. Many healthy people normally have staph on their skin, in their noses, or other body areas. Most of the time, the germ does not cause an infection or symptoms. This is called being colonized with staph. These persons are known as carriers. They can spread staph to others. Some people colonized by staph develop an actual staph infection that makes them sick. Most staph germs are spread by skin-to-skin contact. They can also be spread when you touch something that has the staph germ on it, such as clothing or a towel. Staph germs can then enter a break in the skin, such as cuts, scratches, or pimples. Usually the infection is minor and stays in the skin. But the infection can spread deeper and affect the blood, bones, or joints. Organs such as the lungs, heart, or brain can also be affected. Serious cases can be life-threatening. You are more likely to get a staph infection if you: Have an open cut or sore Inject illegal drugs Have a medical tube such as urinary catheter or feeding tube Have a medical device inside your body such as an artificial joint Have a weakened immune system or ongoing (chronic) illness Live with or have close contact with a person who has staph Play contact sports or share athletic equipment Share items such as towels, razors, or cosmetics with others Recently stayed in a hospital or long-term care facility. Symptoms depend on where the infection is located. For example, with a skin infection you may have a boil or a painful rash called impetigo. With a serious infection, such as toxic shock syndrome , you may have a high fever, nausea and vomiting, and a sunburn-like rash. The only way to know for sure if you have a staph infection is by seeing a health care provider. A cotton swab is used to collect a sample from an open skin rash or skin sore. A blood , urine , or sputum sample may also be collected. The sample is sent to a lab to test for staph. If staph is found, it will be tested to see which antibiotic should be used to treat your infection. If test results show you have a staph infection, treatment may include: Taking antibiotics Cleaning and draining the wound Surgery to remove an infected device. Follow these steps to avoid a staph infection and prevent it from spreading. Keep your hands clean by washing them thoroughly with soap and water. Or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Keep cuts and scrapes clean and covered with bandages until they heal. Avoid contact with other people's wounds or bandages. Do not share personal items such as towels, clothing, or cosmetics. Simple steps for athletes include: Cover wounds with a clean bandage. Do not touch other people's bandages. Wash your hands well before and after playing sports. Shower right after exercising. Do not share soap, razors, or towels. If you share sports equipment, clean it first with antiseptic solution or wipes. Use clothing or a towel between your skin and the equipment. Do not use a common whirlpool or sauna if another person with an open sore used it. Always use clothing or a towel as a barrier. Do not share splints, bandages, or braces. Check that shared shower facilities are clean. If they are not clean, shower at home. Staphylococcus infections - self care at home; Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus infections - self care at home; MRSA infections - self care at home. Chambers HF. Staphylococcal infections. |
| Staphylococcal Infections | ETDF | 50,410,800,5250,87500,42500,376270,378000,380850,381000 | See other Staphylococci/Staphylococcus programs. |
| Staphylococcal Infections | KHZ | 50,410,800,5250,87500,42500,112330,375160,753230,988900 | See other Staphylococci/Staphylococcus programs. |
| Staphylococci and Streptococcus V | CAFL | 128,134,333,411,423,436,453,542,563,576,643,686,718,727,786,934,958,985,1010,1050,1060,1109,1902,2431,7160,9646,40887 | StaphylococcusandStreptococcusare both Gram positive organisms and cocci in shape. They areNon-motile,Non-Sporing andFacultative anaerobes. |
| Staphylococci Infection | CAFL | 424,453,550,639,643,674,678,727,786,943,960,1050,1089,1109,2600,7160,8697 | See other Staphylococci/Staphylococcus programs. |
| Staphylococci Infection 1 | CAFL | 20,643,727,943 | See other Staphylococci/Staphylococcus programs. |
| Staphylococcus | XTRA | 563,611,727 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. Also for Streptococcus. |
| Staphylococcus | XTRA | 3343620 | Hoyland MOR. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | CAFL | 8697,1050,943,824.4,786,745,738,727,647,644,424 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | HC | 376270-380850 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | VEGA | 727,943 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | XTRA | 876657.7655 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon. MRSA. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus 1 | XTRA | 786.5 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus 1 | XTRA | 424,478,555,644,647,727,728,738,745,784,786,787,824,943,999,1050,7270,8697 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus 2 | XTRA | 936.97,944.39,18819.5,18968.86 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus 3 | XTRA | 96 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus Basal Cell Special | XTRA | 727,943,8697,424,786,670,2280,2116,1744 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus CA/HA Octave | XTRA | 9504799.449697,4752399.724849 | Community/hospital-acquired MRSA. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus CA/HA Scalar | XTRA | 9714538.431825,483658.389067 | Community/hospital-acquired MRSA. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus CA/HA Wavelength | XTRA | L470 | Community/hospital-acquired MRSA. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus Culture | XTRA | 932.67,936.97,944.02,11758.44,11812.5,11901.55 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus MRSA | XTRA | 20,727,787,802,880,10000 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Aureus Slide | XTRA | 944.39,11906.25 | Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. |
| Staphylococcus Coagulae Positive | BIO | 643 | Also called Staphylococcus Aureus. Can cause boils, carbuncles, abscesses, tooth infection, heart disease, and infect tumors. Other use: Wheat Stem Rust. |
| Staphylococcus Epidermidis | XTRA | 7755766.6555 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Causes Bacteremia, Inflammation, pus secretion, fever, headache, fatigue, anorexia, Dyspnea, Septicemia, and Endocarditis - see appropriate programs. Use Bisphenol A after this. |
| Staphylococcus Epidermidis 2 | XTRA | 1232 | Biofilm. From Dr. Richard Loyd. Wave=square, Duty=71.5.4%. Use with Holland 11th and/or Scoon Effect preprogram. Causes Bacteremia, Inflammation, pus secretion, fever, headache, fatigue, anorexia, Dyspnea, Septicemia, and Endocarditis - see appropriate programs. Use Bisphenol A after this. |
| Staphylococcus General 1 | CAFL | 48,146,160,300.2,424,727,736,738.3,740.7,742.2,786,943 | Staphylococcus is a genus of Gram-positive bacteria in the family Staphylococcaceae in the order Bacillales. Under the microscope, they appear spherical (cocci), and form in grape-like clusters. Staphylococcus species are facultative anaerobic organisms (capable of growth both aerobically and anaerobically). |
| Staphylococcus Haemolyticus | CAFL | 388.2,1036.4,31092,4397.1,6218.5,12437 | Skin pathogen found at armpits, groin, and perineum. |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Albus | RIFE | 549070 | Now called Staphylococcus Epidermidis. |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Albus | XTRA | 549070 | RifeVideos (1936). Sourced from http://www.rifevideos.com/dr_rifes_true_original_frequencies.html |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Albus 1 | XTRA | 333,424,523,644,647,660,690,727.5,738,744,745,768,786,932.67,936.97,943,944.02,944.39,1050,5906.25,8697,11758.44,11812.5,11901.55,11906.25,14937.5,18819.5,18968.86 | Now called Staphylococcus Epidermidis. |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Aureus | RIFE | 478000 | Crane=728, Rife (1936)=7270, 998740, 555171. Now called Staphylococcus Aureus. |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Aureus | XTRA | 477660 | RifeVideos (1936). Sourced from http://www.rifevideos.com/dr_rifes_true_original_frequencies.html |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Aureus 2 | XTRA | 540,728,7270,14937.5,15605.3,17349.09 | Now called Staphylococcus Aureus. |
| Staphylococcus Pyogenes Aureus 3 | XTRA | 14937.5 | Now called Staphylococcus Aureus. |
| Staphylococcus Saprophyticus | XTRA | 745 | From Dr. Richard Loyd. Staphylococcus saprophyticus is a Gram-positive coccus belonging to the coagulase-negative genus Staphylococcus. S. saprophyticus is a common cause of community-acquired urinary tract infections. |
| STD Comprehensive | ETDF | 950,23250,45560,47500,173210,182500,275030,367500,388900,456110 | ETDFL Herpes, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Chlamydia, HPV, HIV Symptoms. |
| Stemonitis | HC | 211000 | Slime mold. |
| Stemphylium | BIO | 461 | Plant pathogen. |
| Stemphylium | CAFL | 461,340,114 | Plant pathogen. |
| Stephanurus Dentalus (Ova) | HC | 457350-463100 | Eggs of large kidney worm parasitizing swine. |
| Sterigmatocystin_1 | HC | 88000 | Mycotoxin. |
| Sterigmatocystin_2 | HC | 96000 | Mycotoxin. |
| Sterigmatocystin_3 | HC | 126000 | Mycotoxin. Other use: Lycogala. |
| Sterigmatocystin_4 | HC | 133000 | Mycotoxin. |
| Stevens-Johnson Syndrome | ETDF | 190,7500,8000,55750,225000,477500,527000,662710,742000,985670 | Life-threatening skin condition where cell death causes epidermis to separate from dermis. Commonly caused by drugs such as epilepsy medication Lamotrigine, infections, or (rarely) cancers. |
| Stickler Syndrome | ETDF | 460,2500,30000,57500,95170,325710,524370,691270,753070,927100 | Genetic disorders affecting connective tissue, specifically collagen, with distinctive facial abnormalities, eye problems, hearing loss, and joint problems. |
| Stiff Muscles | CAFL | 320,328,304,300,240,160,776,728,1800,125,80,40,20,6000 | See Muscles to Relax. Relax in a hot bath, liberally laced with epsom salt. |
| Stiff Muscles Secondary | CAFL | 0.05,1,1.2,1.5,2.5,5.9,10,250,776,787,802,880,1550 | See Muscles to Relax, and Stiff Muscles programs. Relax in a hot bath, liberally laced with epsom salt. |
| Stiff Neck | CAFL | 4.9,6,9.19 | Roll the neck from side to side, back and front. Also turn head to side as far as is comfortable, push chin down and lift shoulder to chin, alternate 5 times on each side. Repeat 3 times a day. |
| Stiff Shoulder | CAFL | 10000,727,766,20 | See Rheumatism, Adhesive Capsulitis, and Frozen Shoulder programs. Hook thumb under armpit and draw a figure 8 lying on its side (infinity sign). Starting at front, go up and forward, down and up to back, down in line with body (1st repetition). Repeat 10 times. |
| Stiff-Person Syndrome | ETDF | 140,950,5750,12710,45000,125170,250000,479930,749000,986220 | Rare neurologic disorder with progressive rigidity and stiffness, primarily affecting truncal muscles and superimposed by spasms, resulting in postural deformities. Chronic pain, impaired mobility, and lumbar hyperlordosis are common. |
| Stigeoclonium 3 | XTRA | 405000 | Toxic green algae. |
| Stigeoclonium_1 | HC | 404250-415250 | Genus of green algae. |
| Stigeoclonium_2 | HC | 407000 | Genus of green algae. |
| Stimulate | XTRA | 14.3 | Schumann frequency. Other use: study aid. |
| Stimulate Ligaments Healing | XTRA | 9.69 | Fibroblast Growth Factor promotes the growth of the cells involved in collagen and cartilage formation.The collagen becomes aligned with the long axis of the ligament during this time, however, the newly formed type of collagen fibrils are abnormal and smaller in diameter than normal ligament tissue. |
| Stimulate Repair Nerve Damage | XTRA | 2,578,657,764,5000,10000 | There are many kinds of Streptococcus bacteria. Some can cause diseases such as strep throat, meningitis, and pneumonia.A genus of gram positive bacteria belonging to the family Streptococcaceae. |
| Stomach | XTRA | 5.14,10 | The stomach is a muscular, hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and many other animals, including several invertebrates. The stomach has a dilated structure and functions as a vital digestive organ. In the digestive system the stomach is involved in the second phase of digestion, following chewing. It performs a chemical breakdown due to enzymes and hydrochloric acid. Encyclopedia Entry for Stomach : Stomach acid test. The test is done after you have not eaten for a while so fluid is all that remains in the stomach. Stomach fluid is removed through a tube that is inserted into the stomach through the esophagus (food pipe). A hormone called gastrin may be injected into your body. This is done to test the ability of the cells in the stomach to release acid. The stomach contents are then removed and analyzed. You will be asked not to eat or drink for 4 to 6 hours before the test. You may have some discomfort or a gagging feeling as the tube is inserted. Your health care provider may recommend this test for the following reasons: To check if anti-ulcer medicines are working To check if material is coming back up from the small intestine To test for the cause of ulcers. The normal volume of the stomach fluid is 20 to 100 mL and the pH is acidic (1.5 to 3.5). These numbers are converted to actual acid production in units of milliequivalents per hour (mEq/hr) in some cases. Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly depending on the lab doing the test. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your specific test results. Abnormal results may indicate: Increased levels of gastrin can cause increased release of acid and may lead to ulcers ( Zollinger-Ellison syndrome ). The presence of bile in the stomach indicates material is backing up from the small intestine ( duodenum ). This may be normal. It may also happen after part of the stomach is removed with surgery. There is a slight risk of the tube being placed through the windpipe and into the lungs instead of through the esophagus and into the stomach. Gastric acid secretion test. Stomach acid test Stomach acid test. Chernecky CC, Berger BJ. Gastric acid secretion test (gastric acid stimulation test). Encyclopedia Entry for Stomach : Stomach cancer. Several types of cancer can occur in the stomach. The most common type is called adenocarcinoma. It starts from one of the cell types found in the lining of the stomach. Adenocarcinoma is a common cancer of the digestive tract. It is not very common in the United States. It is diagnosed much more often in people in eastern Asia, parts of South America, and eastern and central Europe. It occurs most often in men over age 40. The number of people in the United States who develop this cancer has decreased over the years. Experts think this decrease may be in part because people are eating less salted, cured, and smoked foods. You are more likely to be diagnosed with gastric cancer if you: Have a diet low in fruits and vegetables Have a family history of gastric cancer Have an infection of the stomach by a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori Had a polyp (abnormal growth) larger than 2 centimeters in your stomach Have inflammation and swelling of the stomach for a long time (chronic atrophic gastritis ) Have pernicious anemia (low number of red blood cells from intestines not properly absorbing vitamin B12) Smoke. Symptoms of stomach cancer may include any of the following: Abdominal fullness or pain, which may occur after a small meal Dark stools Difficulty swallowing, which becomes worse over time Excessive belching General decline in health Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting blood Weakness or fatigue Weight loss. Diagnosis is often delayed because symptoms may not occur in the early stages of the disease. And many of the symptoms do not specifically point to stomach cancer. So, people often self-treat symptoms that gastric cancer has in common with other, less serious, disorders (bloating, gas, heartburn, and fullness). Tests that can help diagnose gastric cancer include: Complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with biopsy to examine the stomach tissue. EGD involves putting a tiny camera down the esophagus (food tube) to look at the inside of the stomach. Stool test to check for blood in the stools. Surgery to remove the stomach ( gastrectomy ) is the standard treatment that can cure adenocarcinoma of the stomach. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy may help. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy after surgery may improve the chance of a cure. For people who cannot have surgery, chemotherapy or radiation may improve symptoms and may prolong survival, but may not cure the cancer. For some people, a surgical bypass procedure may relieve symptoms. You can ease the stress of illness by joining a cancer support group. Sharing with others who have common experiences and problems can help you not feel alone. Outlook varies based on how much the cancer has spread by the time of diagnosis. Tumors in the lower stomach are cured more often than those in the higher stomach. Chance of a cure also depends on how far the tumor has invaded the stomach wall and whether lymph nodes are involved. When the tumor has spread outside the stomach, a cure is less likely. When a cure is not possible, the goal of treatment is to improve symptoms and prolong life. Call your health care provider if symptoms of gastric cancer develop. Screening programs are successful in detecting disease in the early stages in parts of the world where the risk of stomach cancer is much higher than in the United States. The value of screening in the United States and other countries with much lower rates of stomach cancer is not clear. The following may help reduce your risk of stomach cancer: DO NOT smoke. Keep a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Take medicines to treat reflux disease (heartburn) , if you have it. Take antibiotics if you are diagnosed with H pylori infection. Cancer - stomach; Gastric cancer; Gastric carcinoma; Adenocarcinoma of the stomach. Digestive system Digestive system Stomach cancer, X-ray Stomach cancer, x-ray Stomach Stomach Gastrectomy - series Gastrectomy - series. Abrams JA, Quante M. Adenocarcinoma of the stomach and other gastric tumors. |
| Stomach Disorders | CAFL | 2127,2008,880,784,727,690,676,664,125,95,72,20,3.9,450,802,1552,832,422 | Use appropriate E coli program, and Parasites General program if no lasting relief. |
| Stomatitis | CAFL | 465,677,702,787,234,278,568,672 | inflammation of mouth and lips. See Candida, Herpes Simplex i, Stomatitis Aphthous, Pyorrhea, and Gingivitis programs. Mouth Encyclopedia Entry for Stomatitis : Stomatitis. Inflammation of mouth and lips. See Candida, Herpes Simplex i, Stomatitis Aphthous, Pyorrhea, and Gingivitis sets. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Stomatitis Aphthous | CAFL | 478,487,498,788,955,982 | Also called Canker Sores. Repeated formation of benign and non-contagious mouth ulcers in otherwise healthy people. Also see Cancrum Oris programs. Mouth |
| Stomatitis Aphthous | ETDF | 50,410,800,5170,42500,119340,357300,527000,662710,789000 | Also called Canker Sores. Repeated formation of benign and non-contagious mouth ulcers in otherwise healthy people. Also see Cancrum Oris programs. |
| Stomatitis Aphthous V | CAFL | 888,880,848,846,831,685,742,734,1043,944,782,591,480,423,343,339,322,832,556,808,534,460,424,246 | Also called Canker Sores. Repeated formation of benign and non-contagious mouth ulcers in otherwise healthy people. Also see Cancrum Oris programs. Mouth |
| Stomatognathic Diseases | ETDF | 170,370,900,2750,5120,52500,90000,234250,842000,937410 | Disorders of the mouth and jaws. |
| Strabismus | ETDF | 170,570,37500,87500,90000,452590,519680,684810,712230,997870 | Eye squint, commonly called crossed eyes. Also see Esotropia and Eye programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Strabismus : Strabismus. Six different muscles surround each eye and work 'as a team.' This allows both eyes to focus on the same object. In someone with strabismus, these muscles do not work together. As a result, one eye looks at one object, while the other eye turns in a different direction to focus on another object. When this occurs, two different images are sent to the brain -- one from each eye. This confuses the brain. In children, the brain may learn to ignore (suppress) the image from the weaker eye. If the strabismus is not treated, the eye that the brain ignores will never see well. This loss of vision is called amblyopia. Another name for amblyopia is 'lazy eye.' Sometimes lazy eye is present first, and it causes strabismus. In most children with strabismus, the cause is unknown. In more than half of these cases, the problem is present at or shortly after birth. This is called congenital strabismus. Most of the time, the problem has to do with muscle control, and not with muscle strength. Other disorders associated with strabismus in children include: Apert syndrome Cerebral palsy Congenital rubella Hemangioma near the eye during infancy Incontinentia pigmenti syndrome Noonan syndrome Prader-Willi syndrome Retinopathy of prematurity Retinoblastoma Traumatic brain injury Trisomy 18 Strabismus that develops in adults can be caused by: Botulism Diabetes (causes a condition known as acquired paralytic strabismus) Graves disease Guillain-Barr syndrome Injury to the eye Shellfish poisoning Stroke Traumatic brain injury Vision loss from any eye disease or injury A family history of strabismus is a risk factor. Farsightedness may be a contributing factor, often in children. Any other disease that causes vision loss may also cause strabismus. Symptoms of strabismus may be present all the time, or may come and go. Symptoms can include: Crossed eyes Double vision Eyes that do not aim in the same direction Uncoordinated eye movements (eyes do not move together) Loss of vision or depth perception It is important to note that children may never be aware of double vision. This is because amblyopia can develop quickly. The health care provider will do a physical exam. This exam includes a detailed examination of the eyes. The following tests will be done to determine how much the eyes are out of alignment. Corneal light reflex Cover/uncover test Retinal exam Standard ophthalmic exam Visual acuity A brain and nervous system (neurological) exam will also be done. The first step in treating strabismus in children is to prescribe glasses, if needed. Next, amblyopia or lazy eye must be treated. A patch is placed over the better eye. This forces the weaker eye to work harder and get better vision. Your child may not like wearing a patch or eyeglasses. A patch forces the child to see through the weaker eye at first. However, it is very important to use the patch or eyeglasses as directed. Eye muscle surgery may be needed if the eyes still do not move correctly. Different muscles in the eye will be made stronger or weaker. Eye muscle repair surgery does not fix the poor vision of a lazy eye. Muscle surgery will fail if amblyopia has not been treated. A child may still have to wear glasses after surgery. Surgery is more often successful if done when the child is younger. Adults with mild strabismus that comes and goes may do well with glasses. Eye muscle exercises may help keep the eyes straight. More severe forms will require surgery to straighten the eyes. If strabismus has occurred because of vision loss, the vision loss will need to be corrected before strabismus surgery can be successful. After surgery, the eyes may look straight, but vision problems can remain. The child may still have reading problems in school. Adults may have a hard time driving. Vision may affect the ability to play sports. In most cases, the problem can be corrected if identified and treated early. Permanent vision loss in one eye may occur if treatment is delayed. If amblyopia is not treated by about age 11, it is likely to be permanent. About one-third of children with strabismus will develop amblyopia. Many children will get strabismus or amblyopia again. Therefore, so the child will need to be monitored closely. Strabismus should be evaluated promptly. Call your provider or eye doctor if your child: Appears to be cross-eyed Complains of double vision Has difficulty seeing Note: Learning and school problems can sometimes be due to a child's inability to see the blackboard or reading material. Crossed eyes; Esotropia; Exotropia; Hypotropia; Hypertropia; Squint; Walleye; Misalignment of the eyes. Eye muscle repair - discharge. Crossed eyes Crossed eyes Walleyes Walleyes. Cibis GW, Ing M. Binocular vision. |
| Strep | PROV | 43296000 | From Patent US 6,321,120 B1 Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep. throat- Streptococcus pyogenes (G+ coccus). Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep throat. Strep throat is most common in children between ages 5 and 15, although anyone can get it. Strep throat is spread by person-to-person contact with fluids from the nose or saliva. It commonly spreads among family or household members. Throat anatomy. Symptoms appear about 2 to 5 days after coming in contact with the strep germ. They may be mild or severe. Common symptoms include: Fever that may begin suddenly and is often the highest on the second day Chills Red, sore throat that may have white patches Pain when swallowing Swollen, tender neck glands Strep throat Other symptoms may include: General ill feeling A loss of appetite and abnormal sense of taste Headache Nausea Some strains of strep throat can lead to a scarlet fever-like rash. The rash first appears on the neck and chest. It may then spread over the body. The rash may feel rough like sandpaper. The same germ that causes strep throat may also cause symptoms of a sinus infection or an ear infection. Many other causes of sore throat may have the same symptoms. Your health care provider must do a test to diagnose strep throat and decide whether to prescribe antibiotics. A rapid strep test can be done in most provider offices. However, the test may be negative, even if strep is present. If the rapid strep test is negative and your provider still suspects that the strep bacteria is causing the sore throat, a throat swab can be tested (cultured) to see if strep grows from it. Results will take 1 to 2 days. Most sore throats are caused by viruses, not bacteria. A sore throat should be treated with antibiotics only if the strep test is positive. Antibiotics are taken to prevent rare but more serious health problems, such as rheumatic fever. Penicillin or amoxicillin are most often the first drugs to be tried. Certain other antibiotics may also work against the strep bacteria. Antibiotics should be taken for 10 days, even though symptoms are often gone within a few days. The following tips may help your sore throat feel better: Drink warm liquids, such as lemon tea or tea with honey. Gargle several times a day with warm salt water (1/2 tsp or 3 grams of salt in 1 cup or 240 milliliters water). Drink cold liquids or suck on fruit-flavored ice pops. Suck on hard candies or throat lozenges. Young children should not be given these products because they can choke on them. A cool-mist vaporizer or humidifier can moisten and soothe a dry and painful throat. Try over-the-counter pain medicines, such as acetaminophen. Symptoms of strep throat most often get better in about 1 week. Untreated, strep can lead to serious complications. Complications may include: Kidney disease caused by strep A skin condition in which small, red, and scaly teardrop-shaped spots appear on the arms, legs, and middle of the body, called guttate psoriasis Abscess in the area around the tonsils Rheumatic fever Scarlet fever. Call your provider if you or your child develops the symptoms of strep throat. Also, call if symptoms do not get better within 24 to 48 hours of starting treatment. Most people with strep can spread the infection to others until they have been on antibiotics for 24 to 48 hours. They should stay home from school, daycare, or work until they have been on antibiotics for at least a day. Get a new toothbrush after 2 or 3 days, but before finishing the antibiotics. Otherwise, the bacteria can live on the toothbrush and reinfect you when the antibiotics are done. Also, keep your family's toothbrushes and utensils separate, unless they have been washed. If repeated cases of strep still occur in a family, you might check to see if someone is a strep carrier. Carriers have strep in their throats, but the bacteria do not make them sick. Sometimes, treating them can prevent others from getting strep throat. Pharyngitis - streptococcal; Streptococcal pharyngitis; Tonsillitis - strep; Sore throat strep. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy Strep throat Strep throat. Ebell MH. Diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Am Fam Physician. 2014;89(12):976-977. PMID: 25162166 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25162166. Flores AR, Caserta MT. Pharyngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Streptococcal screen. The test requires a throat swab. The swab is tested to identify group A streptococcus. It takes about 7 minutes to get the results. There is no special preparation. Tell your health care provider if you are taking antibiotics, or have recently taken them. The back of your throat will be swabbed in the area of your tonsils. This may make you gag. Your provider may recommend this test if you have signs of strep throat, which include: Fever Sore throat Tender and swollen glands at the front of your neck White or yellow spots on your tonsils. A negative strep screen most often means group A streptococcus is not present. It is unlikely that you have strep throat. If your provider still thinks that you may have strep throat, a throat culture will be done in children and adolescents. A positive strep screen most often means group A streptococcus is present, and confirms that you have strep throat. Sometimes, the test may be positive even if you do not have strep. This is called a false-positive result. There are no risks. This test screens for the group A streptococcus bacteria only. It will not detect other causes of sore throat. Rapid strep test. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy Throat swabs Throat swabs. Flores AR, Caserta MT. Pharyngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep Throat: Strep throat is caused by the streptococcus bacteria. Several million cases of strep throat occur every year. Symptoms include a sore throat, fever, headache, fatigue, and nausea. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Streptococcus. May cause : Anorexia nervosa ADHD Obsessive compulsive disorder Tourette syndrome Colorectal cancer Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Strep | XTRA | 43296000 | From Patent No.: US 6,321,120 B1 Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep. throat- Streptococcus pyogenes (G+ coccus). Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep throat. Strep throat is most common in children between ages 5 and 15, although anyone can get it. Strep throat is spread by person-to-person contact with fluids from the nose or saliva. It commonly spreads among family or household members. Throat anatomy. Symptoms appear about 2 to 5 days after coming in contact with the strep germ. They may be mild or severe. Common symptoms include: Fever that may begin suddenly and is often the highest on the second day Chills Red, sore throat that may have white patches Pain when swallowing Swollen, tender neck glands Strep throat Other symptoms may include: General ill feeling A loss of appetite and abnormal sense of taste Headache Nausea Some strains of strep throat can lead to a scarlet fever-like rash. The rash first appears on the neck and chest. It may then spread over the body. The rash may feel rough like sandpaper. The same germ that causes strep throat may also cause symptoms of a sinus infection or an ear infection. Many other causes of sore throat may have the same symptoms. Your health care provider must do a test to diagnose strep throat and decide whether to prescribe antibiotics. A rapid strep test can be done in most provider offices. However, the test may be negative, even if strep is present. If the rapid strep test is negative and your provider still suspects that the strep bacteria is causing the sore throat, a throat swab can be tested (cultured) to see if strep grows from it. Results will take 1 to 2 days. Most sore throats are caused by viruses, not bacteria. A sore throat should be treated with antibiotics only if the strep test is positive. Antibiotics are taken to prevent rare but more serious health problems, such as rheumatic fever. Penicillin or amoxicillin are most often the first drugs to be tried. Certain other antibiotics may also work against the strep bacteria. Antibiotics should be taken for 10 days, even though symptoms are often gone within a few days. The following tips may help your sore throat feel better: Drink warm liquids, such as lemon tea or tea with honey. Gargle several times a day with warm salt water (1/2 tsp or 3 grams of salt in 1 cup or 240 milliliters water). Drink cold liquids or suck on fruit-flavored ice pops. Suck on hard candies or throat lozenges. Young children should not be given these products because they can choke on them. A cool-mist vaporizer or humidifier can moisten and soothe a dry and painful throat. Try over-the-counter pain medicines, such as acetaminophen. Symptoms of strep throat most often get better in about 1 week. Untreated, strep can lead to serious complications. Complications may include: Kidney disease caused by strep A skin condition in which small, red, and scaly teardrop-shaped spots appear on the arms, legs, and middle of the body, called guttate psoriasis Abscess in the area around the tonsils Rheumatic fever Scarlet fever. Call your provider if you or your child develops the symptoms of strep throat. Also, call if symptoms do not get better within 24 to 48 hours of starting treatment. Most people with strep can spread the infection to others until they have been on antibiotics for 24 to 48 hours. They should stay home from school, daycare, or work until they have been on antibiotics for at least a day. Get a new toothbrush after 2 or 3 days, but before finishing the antibiotics. Otherwise, the bacteria can live on the toothbrush and reinfect you when the antibiotics are done. Also, keep your family's toothbrushes and utensils separate, unless they have been washed. If repeated cases of strep still occur in a family, you might check to see if someone is a strep carrier. Carriers have strep in their throats, but the bacteria do not make them sick. Sometimes, treating them can prevent others from getting strep throat. Pharyngitis - streptococcal; Streptococcal pharyngitis; Tonsillitis - strep; Sore throat strep. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy Strep throat Strep throat. Ebell MH. Diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Am Fam Physician. 2014;89(12):976-977. PMID: 25162166 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25162166. Flores AR, Caserta MT. Pharyngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Streptococcal screen. The test requires a throat swab. The swab is tested to identify group A streptococcus. It takes about 7 minutes to get the results. There is no special preparation. Tell your health care provider if you are taking antibiotics, or have recently taken them. The back of your throat will be swabbed in the area of your tonsils. This may make you gag. Your provider may recommend this test if you have signs of strep throat, which include: Fever Sore throat Tender and swollen glands at the front of your neck White or yellow spots on your tonsils. A negative strep screen most often means group A streptococcus is not present. It is unlikely that you have strep throat. If your provider still thinks that you may have strep throat, a throat culture will be done in children and adolescents. A positive strep screen most often means group A streptococcus is present, and confirms that you have strep throat. Sometimes, the test may be positive even if you do not have strep. This is called a false-positive result. There are no risks. This test screens for the group A streptococcus bacteria only. It will not detect other causes of sore throat. Rapid strep test. Throat anatomy Throat anatomy Throat swabs Throat swabs. Flores AR, Caserta MT. Pharyngitis. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Strep Throat: Strep throat is caused by the streptococcus bacteria. Several million cases of strep throat occur every year. Symptoms include a sore throat, fever, headache, fatigue, and nausea. Encyclopedia Entry for Strep : Streptococcus. May cause : Anorexia nervosa ADHD Obsessive compulsive disorder Tourette syndrome Colorectal cancer Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Streptococcal Infections | ETDF | 150,700,2500,5250,47500,70000,369750,385400,842000,932000 | Streptococcus family. See General Antiseptic, and other Streptococcus programs. |
| Streptococcal Infections | KHZ | 150,700,2500,5250,47500,70000,275000,425750,842000,932000 | Streptococcus family. See General Antiseptic, and other Streptococcus programs. |
| Streptococcal Infections | XTRA | 880 | Streptococcus family. See General Antiseptic, and other Streptococcus programs. |
| Streptococcus | XTRA | 3595750 | Hoyland MOR. Encyclopedia Entry for Streptococcus : Streptococcus. May cause : Anorexia nervosa ADHD Obsessive compulsive disorder Tourette syndrome Colorectal cancer Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Streptococcus and Staphylococci V | CAFL | 128,134,333,411,423,436,453,542,563,576,643,686,718,727,786,935,958,1010,1050,1060,1109,1902,2431,7160,9647,40887 | StaphylococcusandStreptococcusare both Gram positive organisms and cocci in shape. They areNon-motile,Non-Sporing andFacultative anaerobes.Staphylococci spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; |
| Streptococcus B | XTRA | 843 | From Dr. Richard Loyd. Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacterial infection that can be found in a pregnant woman's vagina or rectum. This bacteria is normally found in the vagina and/or rectum of about 25% of all healthy, adult women. |
| Streptococcus Haemolytic | CAFL | 128,134,318,334,368,443,535,542,675,691,710,712,728,786,880,1203,1415,1522,1902 | Blood infection by Streptococcus. |
| Streptococcus Haemolytic | VEGA | 535,1522 | Blood infection by Streptococcus. |
| Streptococcus Infection General | CAFL | 2000,1266,885,884,883,882,881,880,879,878,877,876,875,848,802,800,787,784,727 | Streptococcus family. See General antiseptic, and other Streptococcus programs. |
| Streptococcus Lactis | HC | 382000-387000 | Species used to make dairy products. Has been genetically modified. |
| Streptococcus Mitis | XTRA | 565655.5555 | Biofilm. From Newport. Wave=square, Duty=82.4%. Bioweapon, delivered via anesthesia. Alpha-haemolytic species found in throat, oropharyngeal spaces, causing Endocarditis. Can also infect joints. Also see Alpha Streptococcus. |
| Streptococcus Mitis Abscesses Stiff Knees | HC | 313800-321100 | Alpha-haemolytic species found in the throat, oropharyngeal spaces, causing Endocarditis. Can also infect joints. Also see Alpha Streptococcus programs. |
| Streptococcus Mutant Strain | CAFL | 114,437,625,883,994 | Species causing dental caries and Endocarditis - see appropriate programs. |
| Streptococcus Mutant Strain Secondary | CAFL | 108,433,488,660,687,732,745,754,764,833,8686,8777,9676 | Species causing dental caries and Endocarditis - see appropriate programs. |
| Streptococcus pneumoniae | XTRA | 845 | From Dr. Richard Loyd. An important human pathogen, S. pneumoniae was recognized as a major cause of pneumonia in the late 19th century and is the subject of many humoral immunity studies. |
| Streptococcus Pneumoniae | CAFL | 231,232,776,766,728,846,8865 | Alpha-haemolytic species. Can cause Pneumonia, Emphysema, middle ear infection, Endocarditis, Peritonitis, Arthritis, Bacteremia, and Meningitis. See Diplococcus Pneumoniae, Alpha Streptococcus, and Parasites Streptococcus Pneumoniae. |
| Streptococcus Pneumoniae | HC | 366850-370200 | Alpha-haemolytic species. Can cause Pneumonia, Emphysema, middle ear infection, Endocarditis, Peritonitis, Arthritis, Bacteremia, and Meningitis. See Diplococcus Pneumoniae, Alpha Streptococcus, and Parasites Streptococcus Pneumoniae. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes | CAFL | 625.48,2501.9,616,776,735,845,660,10000,880,787,727,465,20 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes | HC | 360500-375300 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes | RIFE | 720000 | Crane=880, Rife (1936)=8450. Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes | XTRA | 719150 | RifeVideos (1936). Sourced from http://www.rifevideos.com/dr_rifes_true_original_frequencies.html |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 1 | XTRA | 142,880,8450,11250,12500,16493.86,18968.75 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 2 | XTRA | 893.59,924.57,930.27,11265.62,11656.25,11728.12 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 3 | XTRA | 20,465,660,690,727.5,784,787,875,880,2000,10000,11250,11265.62,11656.25,18570.58 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 4 | XTRA | 20,465,616,625.5,660,720,727,735,776,787,845,880,1214,2111,2502,5004,8450,10000 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 5 | XTRA | 924.57,18570.58 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. Other use: Erwinia Carotovora. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 6 | XTRA | 11273.33 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus Pyogenes 7 | XTRA | 11250 | Also called Group A beta-haemolytic Strep (GAS). Causes Sore Throat, skin inflammation, Scarlet Fever, Pharyngitis, Impetigo, Erysipelas, Frozen Shoulder, Cellulitis, Septicemia, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and acute Glomerulonephritis, and Beta Streptococcus. Use General Antiseptic. |
| Streptococcus salivarius | XTRA | 836 | From Dr. Richard Loyd. Streptococcus salivarius is one of the first colonizers of the human oral cavity and gut after birth and therefore may contribute to the establishment of immune homeostasis and regulation of host inflammatory responses. The anti-inflammatory potential of S. salivarius was first evaluated in vitro on human intestinal epithelial cells and human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. |
| Streptococcus Species Group G | HC | 368150-368850 | Usually, but not exclusively, beta-hemolytic. Includes Streptococcus Canis. Also see Streptococcus Sweep TR program. |
| Streptococcus Sweep TR | XTRA | 5632.8152-5763,5763-6053.125 | Sweep for Streptococcus Pneumonia, Streptococcus Group G, and Streptococcus Pyogenes strains. Also see Streptococcus Species Group G program. |
| Streptococcus Viridans | CAFL | 445,935,1010,1060,8478,457,465,777,778,1214,1216 | Alpha-haemolytic species causing dental caries and Endocarditis - see appropriate programs, and Alpha Streptococcus. |
| Streptomyces Griseus | CAFL | 333,887 | Soil bacteria which yields the antibiotic Streptomycin. |
| Streptomyces Griseus | VEGA | 887 | Soil bacteria which yields the antibiotic Streptomycin. |
| Streptothrix | CAFL | 784,228,231,237,887,2890,222,262,2154,465,488,567,7880,10000,787,747,727,20 | Includes Actinomycosis, Nocardia, and Actinomyces Israelii. |
| Streptothrix | XTRA | 3260650 | Hoyland MOR. Includes Actinomycosis, Nocardia, and Actinomyces Israelii. |
| Stress Disorders Post-Traumatic | ETDF | 140,680,2500,60000,122530,300000,496010,655200,750000,912330 | Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event Ń either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. |
| Stridor | ETDF | 30,460,830,37500,62500,150000,225750,519340,652430,927100 | High-pitched breath sound resulting from turbulent air flow in the larynx or lower. Encyclopedia Entry for Stridor : Stridor. Children are at higher risk of airway blockage because they have narrower airways than adults. In young children, stridor is a sign of airway blockage. It must be treated right away to prevent the airway from becoming completely closed. The airway can be blocked by an object, swollen tissues of the throat or upper airway, or a spasm of the airway muscles or the vocal cords. Common causes of stridor include: Airway injury Allergic reaction Problem breathing and a barking cough ( croup ) Diagnostic tests such as bronchoscopy or laryngoscopy Epiglottitis , inflammation of the cartilage that covers the windpipe Inhaling an object such as a peanut or marble ( foreign body aspiration ) Swelling and irritation of the voice box ( laryngitis ) Neck surgery Use of a breathing tube for a long time Secretions such as phlegm (sputum) Smoke inhalation or other inhalation injury Swelling of the neck or face Swollen tonsils or adenoids (such as with tonsillitis ) Vocal cord cancer. Follow your health care provider's advice to treat the cause of the problem. Stridor may be a sign of an emergency. Call your provider right away if there is unexplained stridor, especially in a child. In an emergency, the provider will check the person's temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure, and may need to do abdominal thrusts. A breathing tube may be needed if the person can't breathe properly. After the person is stable, the provider may ask about the person's medical history, and perform a physical exam. This includes listening to the lungs. Parents or caregivers may be asked the following medical history questions: Is the abnormal breathing a high-pitched sound? Did the breathing problem start suddenly? Could the child have put something in their mouth? Has the child been ill recently? Is the child's neck or face swollen? Has the child been coughing or complaining of a sore throat? What other symptoms does the child have? (For example, nasal flaring or a bluish color to the skin, lips, or nails) Is the child using chest muscles to breathe ( intercostal retractions )? Tests that may be done include: Arterial blood gas analysis Bronchoscopy Chest CT scan Laryngoscopy (examination of the voice box) Pulse oximetry to measure blood oxygen level X-ray of the chest or neck. Breathing sounds - abnormal; Extrathoracic airway obstruction; Wheezing - stridor. Kost S. Stridor. |
| Stroke | ETDF | 90,120,620,15170,96500,225000,425160,571000,841000,937410 | Insufficient blood flow to brain resulting in cell death. Also see Inosine Production Stimulate. Encyclopedia Entry for Stroke : Stroke - discharge. Because of possible injury to the brain from the stroke, you may notice problems with: Changes in behavior Doing easy tasks Memory Moving one side of the body Muscle spasms Paying attention Sensation or awareness of one part of the body Swallowing Talking or understanding others Thinking Seeing to one side (hemianopia) You may need help with daily activities you used to do alone before the stroke. Depression after a stroke is fairly common as you learn to live with the changes. It may develop soon after the stroke or up to 2 years after the stroke. DO NOT drive your car without your doctor s permission. Moving around and doing normal tasks may be hard after a stroke. Make sure your home is safe. Ask your doctor, therapist, or nurse about making changes in your home to make it easier to do everyday activities. Find out about what you can do to prevent falls and keep your bathroom safe to use. Family and caregivers may need to help with: Exercises to keep your elbows, shoulders, and other joints loose Watching for joint tightening (contractures) Making sure splints are used in the correct way Making sure arms and legs are in a good position when sitting or lying If you or your loved one is using a wheelchair, follow-up visits to make sure it fits well are important to prevent skin ulcers. Check every day for pressure sores at the heels, ankles, knees, hips, tailbone, and elbows. Change positions in the wheelchair several times per hour during the day to prevent pressure ulcers. If you have problems with spasticity , learn what makes it worse. You or your caregiver can learn exercises to keep your muscles lose. Learn how to prevent pressure ulcers. Tips for making clothing easier to put on and take off are: Velcro is much easier than buttons and zippers. All buttons and zippers should be on the front of a piece of the clothing. Use pullover clothes and slip-on shoes. People who have had a stroke may have speech or language problems. Tips for family and caregivers to improve communication include: Keep distractions and noise down. Keep your voice lower. Move to a quieter room. DO NOT shout. Allow plenty of time for the person to answer questions and understand instructions. After a stroke, it takes longer to process what has been said. Use simple words and sentences, speak slowly. Ask questions in a way that can be answered with a yes or no. When possible, give clear choices. DO NOT give too many options. Break down instructions into small and simple steps. Repeat if needed. Use familiar names and places. Announce when you are going to change the subject. Make eye contact before touching or speaking if possible. Use props or visual prompts when possible. DO NOT give too many options. You may be able to use pointing or hand gestures or drawings. Use an electronic device, such as a tablet computer or cell phone, to show pictures to help with communication. Nerves that help the bowels work smoothly can be damaged after a stroke. Have a routine. Once you find a bowel routine that works, stick to it: Pick a regular time, such as after a meal or a warm bath, to try to have a bowel movement. Be patient. It may take 15 to 45 minutes to have bowel movements. Try gently rubbing your stomach to help stool move through your colon. Avoid constipation: Drink more fluids. Stay active or become more active as much as possible. Eat foods with lots of fiber. Ask your health care provider about medicines you are taking that may cause constipation (such as medicines for depression, pain, bladder control, and muscle spasms). Have all of your prescriptions filled before you go home. It is very important that you take your medicines the way your provider told you to. DO NOT take any other drugs, supplements, vitamins, or herbs without asking your provider about them first. You may be given one or more of the following medicines. These are meant to control your blood pressure or cholesterol, and to keep your blood from clotting. They may help prevent another stroke: Antiplatelet medicines (aspirin or clopidogrel) help keep your blood from clotting. Beta blockers, diuretics (water pills), and ACE inhibitor medicines control your blood pressure and protect your heart. Statins lower your cholesterol. If you have diabetes, control your blood sugar at the level your provider recommends. DO NOT stop taking any of these medicines. If you are taking a blood thinner, such as warfarin (Coumadin), you may need to have extra blood tests done. If you have problems with swallowing, you must learn to follow a special diet that makes eating safer. The signs of swallowing problems are choking or coughing when eating. Learn tips to make feeding and swallowing easier and safer. Avoid salty and fatty foods and stay away from fast food restaurants to make your heart and blood vessels healthier. Limit how much alcohol you drink to a maximum of 1 drink a day if you are a woman and 2 drinks a day if you are a man. Ask your provider if it is OK for you to drink alcohol. Keep up to date with your vaccinations. Get a flu shot every year. Ask your doctor if you need a pneumonia shot. DO NOT smoke. Ask your provider for help quitting if you need to. DO NOT let anybody smoke in your home. Try to stay away from stressful situations. If you feel stressed all the time or feel very sad, talk with your provider. If you feel sad or depressed at times, talk to family or friends about this. Ask your provider about seeking professional help. Call your provider if you have: Problems taking drugs for muscle spasms Problems moving your joints (joint contracture) Problems moving around or getting out of your bed or chair Skin sores or redness Pain that is becoming worse Recent falls Choking or coughing when eating Signs of a bladder infection (fever, burning when you urinate, or frequent urination) Call 911 if the following symptoms develop suddenly or are new: Numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg Blurry or decreased vision Not able to speak or understand Dizziness, loss of balance, or falling Severe headache. Cerebrovascular disease - discharge; CVA - discharge; Cerebral infarction - discharge; Cerebral hemorrhage - discharge; Ischemic stroke - discharge; Stroke - ischemic - discharge; Stroke secondary to atrial fibrillation - discharge; Cardioembolic stroke - discharge; Brain bleeding - discharge; Brain hemorrhage - discharge; Stroke - hemorrhagic - discharge; Hemorrhagic cerebrovascular disease - discharge; Cerebrovascular accident - discharge. Intracerebral hemorrhage Intracerebral hemorrhage. Dobkin BH. Rehabilitation and recovery of the patient with stroke. Encyclopedia Entry for Stroke : Stroke - risk factors. A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or health problem. Some risk factors for stroke you cannot change. Some you can. Changing the risk factors that you have control over will help you live a longer, healthier life. You cannot change these stroke risk factors: Your age. Risk of stroke goes up with age. Your sex. Men have a higher risk of getting heart disease than women, except in older adults. Your genes and race. If your parents had a stroke, you are at higher risk. African Americans, Mexican Americans, American Indians, Hawaiians, and some Asian Americans also have a higher risk. Diseases such as cancer, chronic kidney disease, and some types of arthritis. Weak areas in an artery wall or abnormal arteries and veins. Pregnancy. Both during and in the weeks right after the pregnancy. Blood clots from the heart may travel to the brain and cause a stroke. This may happen in people with manmade or infected heart valves. It may also happen because of a heart defect you were born with. A very weak heart and abnormal heart rhythm, such as atrial fibrillation , can also cause blood clots. Some risk factors for stroke that you can change are: Not smoking. If you do smoke, quit. Ask your doctor for help quitting. Controlling your cholesterol through diet, exercise, and medicines , if needed. Controlling high blood pressure through diet, exercise, and medicines, if needed. Ask your doctor what your blood pressure should be. Controlling diabetes through diet, exercise , and medicines, if needed. Exercising at least 30 minutes a day. Maintaining a healthy weight. Eat healthy foods, eat less, and join a weight loss program, if you need to lose weight. Limiting how much alcohol you drink. Women should have no more than 1 drink a day, and men no more than 2 a day. DO NOT use cocaine and other recreational drugs. Birth control pills can raise your risk of blood clots. Clots are more likely in women who also smoke and who are older than 35. Good nutrition is important to your heart health. It will help control some of your risk factors. Choose a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Choose lean proteins, such as chicken, fish, beans and legumes. Choose low-fat dairy products, such as 1% milk and other low-fat items. Avoid sodium (salt) and fats found in fried foods, processed foods, and baked goods. Eat fewer animal products and fewer foods with cheese, cream, or eggs. Read food labels. Stay away from saturated fat and anything with partially-hydrogenated or hydrogenated fats. These are unhealthy fats. Your doctor may suggest taking aspirin or another blood thinner to help prevent blood clots from forming. DO NOT take aspirin without talking to your doctor first. If you are taking these medicines, take steps to prevent yourself from falling or tripping , which can lead to bleeding. Follow these guidelines and the advice of your doctor to lower your chances of stroke. Preventing stroke; Stroke - prevention; CVA - prevention; TIA - prevention. Meschia JF, Bushnell C, Boden-Albala B, et al, American Heart Association Stroke Council; Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing; Council on Clinical Cardiology; Council on Functional Genomics and Translational Biology; Council on Hypertension. Guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke: a statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke. 2014;45(12):3754-3832. PMID 25355838 www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25355838. Encyclopedia Entry for Stroke : Stroke. There are two major types of stroke: Ischemic stroke Hemorrhagic stroke Ischemic stroke occurs when a blood vessel that supplies blood to the brain is blocked by a blood clot. This may happen in two ways: A clot may form in an artery that is already very narrow. This is called a thrombotic stroke. A clot may break off from another place in the blood vessels of the brain, or from some other part of the body, and travel up to the brain. This is called cerebral embolism, or an embolic stroke. Ischemic strokes may also be caused by a sticky substance called plaque that can clog arteries. Stroke Watch this video about: Stroke Stroke - secondary to cardiogenic embolism Watch this video about: Stroke - secondary to cardiogenic embolism A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in part of the brain becomes weak and bursts open. This causes blood to leak into the brain. Some people have defects in the blood vessels of the brain that make this more likely. These defects may include: Aneurysm (weak area in the wall of a blood vessel that causes the blood vessel to bulge or balloon out) Arteriovenous malformation (AVM; abnormal connection between the arteries and veins) Cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA; condition in which proteins called amyloid build up on the walls of the arteries in the brain) Hemorrhagic strokes may also occur when someone is taking blood thinners, such as warfarin (Coumadin). Very high blood pressure may cause blood vessels to burst, leading to hemorrhagic stroke. An ischemic stroke can develop bleeding and become a hemorrhagic stroke. High blood pressure is the main risk factor for strokes. Other major risk factors are: Irregular heartbeat, called atrial fibrillation Diabetes Family history of stroke Being male High cholesterol Increasing age, especially after age 55 Ethnicity (African Americans are more likely to die of a stroke) Obesity History of prior stroke or transient ischemic attack (occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops for a brief time) Hypertension - overview Watch this video about: Hypertension - overview Stroke risk is also higher in: People who have heart disease or poor blood flow in their legs caused by narrowed arteries People who have unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking, excessive use of alcohol, use recreational drugs, a high-fat diet, and lack of exercise Women who take birth control pills (especially those who smoke and are older than 35) Women who are pregnant have an increased risk while pregnant Women who take hormone replacement therapy. Symptoms of stroke depend on which part of the brain is damaged. In some cases, a person may not know that a stroke has occurred. Most of the time, symptoms develop suddenly and without warning. But symptoms may occur on and off for the first day or two. Symptoms are usually most severe when the stroke first happens, but they may slowly get worse. Cerebellum - function A headache may occur if the stroke is caused by bleeding in the brain. The headache: Starts suddenly and may be severe May be worse when you are lying flat Wakes you up from sleep Gets worse when you change positions or when you bend, strain, or cough Brainstem function Other symptoms depend on how severe the stroke is, and what part of the brain is affected. Symptoms may include: Change in alertness (including sleepiness, unconsciousness, and coma) Changes in hearing or taste Changes that affect touch and the ability to feel pain, pressure, or different temperatures Confusion or loss of memory Problems swallowing Problems writing or reading Dizziness or abnormal feeling of movement (vertigo) Eyesight problems, such as decreased vision, double vision, or total loss of vision Lack of control over the bladder or bowels Loss of balance or coordination, or trouble walking Muscle weakness in the face, arm, or leg (usually just on one side) Numbness or tingling on one side of the body Personality, mood, or emotional changes Trouble speaking or understanding others who are speaking. The doctor will do a physical exam to: Check for problems with vision, movement, feeling, reflexes, understanding, and speaking. Your doctor and nurses will repeat this exam over time to see if your stroke is getting worse or improving. Listen to the carotid arteries in the neck with a stethoscope for an abnormal sound, called a bruit, which is caused by abnormal blood flow. Check for high blood pressure. Carotid stenosis, X-ray of the left artery You may have the following tests to help find the type, location, and cause of the stroke and rule out other problems: CT scan of the brain to determine if there is any bleeding MRI of the brain to determine the location of the stroke Angiogram of the head to look for a blood vessel that is blocked or bleeding Carotid duplex (ultrasound) to see if the carotid arteries in your neck have narrowed Echocardiogram to see if the stroke could have been caused by a blood clot from the heart Magnetic resonance angiography ( MRA ) or CT angiography to check for abnormal blood vessels in the brain Other tests include: Blood tests Electroencephalogram ( EEG ) to determine if there are seizures Electrocardiogram ( ECG ) and heart rhythm monitoring. A stroke is a medical emergency. Quick treatment is needed. Call 911 or your local emergency number right away or seek urgent medical care at the first signs of a stroke. People who are having stroke symptoms need to get to a hospital as quickly as possible. If the stroke is caused by a blood clot, a clot-busting drug may be given to dissolve the clot. To be effective, this treatment must be started within 3 to 4 1/2 hours of when the symptoms first started. The sooner this treatment is started, the better the chance of a good outcome. Other treatments given in the hospital depend on the cause of the stroke. These may include: Blood thinners such as heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), aspirin, or clopidogrel (Plavix) Medicine to control risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol Special procedures or surgery to relieve symptoms or prevent more strokes Nutrients and fluids Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and swallowing therapy will all begin in the hospital. If the person has severe swallowing problems, a feeding tube in the stomach (gastrostomy tube) will likely be needed. The goal of treatment after a stroke is to help you recover as much function as possible and prevent future strokes. Recovery from your stroke will begin while you are still in the hospital or at a rehabilitation center. It will continue when you go home from the hospital or center. Be sure to follow up with your health care provider after you go home. Support and resources are available from the American Stroke Association -- www.strokeassociation.org. How well a person does after a stroke depends on: The type of stroke How much brain tissue is damaged What body functions have been affected How quickly treatment is given Problems moving, thinking, and talking often improve in the weeks to months after a stroke. Many people who have had a stroke will keep improving in the months or years after their stroke. Over half of people who have a stroke are able to function and live at home. Others are not able to care for themselves. If treatment with clot-busting drugs is successful, the symptoms of a stroke may go away. However, people often do not get to the hospital soon enough to receive these drugs, or they cannot take these drugs because of a health condition. People who have a stroke from a blood clot (ischemic stroke) have a better chance of surviving than those who have a stroke from bleeding in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). The risk for a second stroke is highest during the weeks or months after the first stroke. The risk begins to decrease after this period. Stroke is a medical emergency that needs to be treated right away. The acronym F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember signs of stroke and what to do if you think a stroke has occurred. The most important action to take is to call 911 right away for emergency assistance. F.A.S.T. stands for: FACE. Ask the person to smile. Check if one side of the face droops. ARMS. Ask the person to raise both arms. See if one arm drifts downward. SPEECH. Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Check if words are slurred and if the sentence is repeated correctly. TIME. If a person shows any of these symptoms, time is essential. It is important to get to the hospital as quickly as possible. Call 911. Act F.A.S.T. Reducing your stroke risk factors lessens your chance of having a stroke. Cerebrovascular disease; CVA; Cerebral infarction; Cerebral hemorrhage; Ischemic stroke; Stroke - ischemic; Cerebrovascular accident; Stroke - hemorrhagic; Carotid artery - stroke. Angioplasty and stent placement - carotid artery - discharge Being active when you have heart disease Brain aneurysm repair - discharge Butter, margarine, and cooking oils Caring for muscle spasticity or spasms Carotid artery surgery - discharge Communicating with someone with aphasia Communicating with someone with dysarthria Constipation - self-care Dementia and driving Dementia - behavior and sleep problems Dementia - daily care Dementia - keeping safe in the home Dementia - what to ask your doctor Eating extra calories when sick - adults Headache - what to ask your doctor High blood pressure - what to ask your doctor Preventing falls Stroke - discharge Swallowing problems. Brain Brain Carotid stenosis, X-ray of the left artery Carotid stenosis, x-ray of the left artery Carotid stenosis, X-ray of the right artery Carotid stenosis, x-ray of the right artery Stroke Stroke Brainstem function Brainstem function Cerebellum - function Cerebellum - function Circle of Willis Circle of Willis Left cerebral hemisphere - function Left cerebral hemisphere - function Right cerebral hemisphere - function Right cerebral hemisphere - function Endarterectomy Endarterectomy Plaque buildup in arteries Plaque buildup in arteries Stroke - Series Stroke - series Carotid dissection Carotid dissection. Biller J, Ruland S, Schneck MJ. Ischemic cerebrovascular disease. In Daroff RB, Jankovic J, Mazziotta JC, Pomeroy SL, eds. Bradley's Neurology in Clinical Practice. 7th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2016:chap 65. Crocco TJ, Meurer WJ. Stroke. Encyclopedia Entry for Stroke : Stroke. Can be caused by the bacteria Chlamydia pneumoniae, Helicobacter pylori, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and Mycoplasma pneumoniae, as well as the virus Varicella Zoster virus and the fungus Histoplasma. Information from Marcello Allegretti. |
| Stroke 1 | XTRA | 230,3 | Insufficient blood flow to brain resulting in cell death. Also see Inosine Production Stimulate. |
| Stroke Follow Up | CAFL | 2112,3,203,1800,880,787,727,650,625,600,125,95,72,20,1865,522,428,10000,20,2720 | Insufficient blood flow to brain resulting in cell death. Should be run once a month as maintenance. Also see Inosine Production Stimulate. |
| Strongyloides | BIO | 332,422,721,942,3212 | Roundworm which can infect human skin, lungs, and GI tract. Common in Morgellons. See Parasites Strongyloides, Parasites Threadworm, and Strongyloidiasis. |
| Strongyloides (Filariform Larva) | HC | 398400-402000 | Roundworm which can infect human skin, lungs, and GI tract. Common in Morgellons. See Parasites Strongyloides, Parasites Threadworm, and Strongyloidiasis. |
| Strongyloides Stercoralis 2 | XTRA | 401000 | Roundworm which can infect human skin, lungs, and GI tract. Common in Morgellons. See Parasites Strongyloides, Parasites Threadworm, and Strongyloidiasis. |
| Strongyloidiasis | ETDF | 60,250,950,65170,92500,210500,525710,650000,759830,912330 | Roundworm which can infect human skin, lungs, and GI tract. Common in Morgellons. See Strongyloides, Parasites Strongyloides, and Parasites Threadworm. Encyclopedia Entry for Strongyloidiasis : Strongyloidiasis. S stercoralis is a roundworm that is fairly common in warm, moist areas. In rare cases, it can be found as far north as Canada. People catch the infection when their skin comes in contact with soil that is contaminated with the worms. The tiny worm is barely visible to the naked eye. Young roundworms can move through a person's skin and into the bloodstream to the lungs and airways. They then move up to the throat, where they are swallowed into the stomach. From the stomach, the worms move to the small intestine, where they attach to the intestinal wall. Later, they produce eggs, which hatch into tiny larvae (immature worms) and pass out of the body. Unlike other worms, these larvae can re-enter the body through the skin around the anus, which allows an infection to grow. Areas where the worms go through the skin can become red and painful. This infection is uncommon in the United States, but it does occur in the southeastern US. Most cases in North America are brought by travelers who have visited or lived in South America or Africa. Some people are at risk for a severe type called strongyloidiasis hyperinfection syndrome. In this form of the condition, there are more worms and they multiply more quickly than normal. It can occur in people who have a weakened immune system. This includes people who have had an organ or blood-product transplant, and those who take steroid medicine or immune-suppressing drugs. Most of the time, there are no symptoms. If there are symptoms, they may include: Abdominal pain (upper abdomen) Cough Diarrhea Rash Red hive-like areas near the anus Vomiting Weight loss. The following tests may be done: Blood antigen test for S stercoralis Complete blood count with differential Total eosinophil count in the blood (eosinophils are a type of white blood cell) Duodenal aspiration (removing a small amount of tissue from the first part of the small intestine) to check for S stercoralis Sputum culture to check for S stercoralis Stool sample exam to check for S stercoralis. The goal of treatment is to eliminate the worms with anti-worm medicines. Sometimes, people with no symptoms are treated. This includes people who take drugs that suppress the immune system, such as those who are going to have, or have had, a transplant. With proper treatment, the worms can be killed and full recovery is expected. Sometimes, treatment needs to be repeated. Infections that are severe (hyperinfection) or that have spread to many areas of the body (disseminated infection) often have a poor outcome, especially in people with a weakened immune systems. Possible complications include: Disseminated strongyloidiasis, especially in people with HIV or an otherwise weakened immune system Strongyloidiasis hyperinfection syndrome, also more common in people with a weakened immune system Eosinophilic pneumonia Malnutrition due to problems absorbing nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of strongyloidiasis. Good personal hygiene can reduce the risk of strongyloidiasis. Public health services and sanitary facilities provide good infection control. Intestinal parasite - strongyloidiasis; Roundworm - strongyloidiasis. Strongyloidiasis, creeping eruption on the back Strongyloidiasis, creeping eruption on the back Digestive system organs Digestive system organs. Bogitsh BJ, Carter CE, Oeltmann TN. Intestinal nematodes. Encyclopedia Entry for Strongyloidiasis : Strongyloidiasis. Source of disease: Strongyloides stercoralis |
| Strontium sr | XTRA | 92.23,99.43,16925.77 | Strontium is the chemical element with the symbol Sr and atomic number 38. An alkaline earth metal, strontium is a soft silver-white yellowish metallic element that is highly chemically reactive. The metal forms a dark oxide layer when it is exposed to air. |
| Struma Cystica | BIO | 5311 | Swelling of neck or larynx due to enlargement of dysfunctional thyroid gland, usually because of iodine deficiency. Also see Goiter programs. Use if swelling involves cysts. |
| Struma Nodosa | VEGA | 122,321,517,532,651 | Swelling of neck or larynx due to enlargement of dysfunctional thyroid gland, usually because of iodine deficiency. Also see Goiter programs. Use if condition is multi-nodular. |
| Struma Parenchyma | BIO | 121 | Swelling of neck or larynx due to enlargement of dysfunctional thyroid gland, usually because of iodine deficiency. Also see Goiter programs. Use if swelling involves kidneys. |
| Sturge-Weber Syndrome | ETDF | 400,950,72500,124370,97500,269710,476500,527000,667000,729060 | Rare congenital neurological and skin disorder, with port-wine stains of face, glaucoma, seizures, mental retardation, and cerebral malformations and tumors. Encyclopedia Entry for Sturge-Weber Syndrome : Sturge-Weber syndrome. In many people, the cause of Sturge-Weber is due to a mutation of the GNAQ gene. This gene affects small blood vessels called capillaries. Problems in the capillaries cause the port-wine stains to form. Sturge-Weber is not thought to be passed down (inherited) through families. Symptoms of SWS include: Port-wine stain (more common on the upper face and eye-lid than the rest of the body) Seizures Headache Paralysis or weakness on one side Learning disabilities Glaucoma (very high fluid pressure in the eye) Low thyroid ( hypothyroidism ). Glaucoma may be one sign of the condition. Tests may include: CT scan MRI scan X-rays. Treatment is based on the person's signs and symptoms, and may include: Anticonvulsant medicines for seizures Eye drops or surgery to treat glaucoma Laser therapy for port-wine stains Physical therapy for paralysis or weakness Possible brain surgery to prevent seizures. The following resources can provide more information on SWS: The Sturge-Weber Foundation -- sturge-weber.org National Organization for Rare Disorders -- rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/sturge-weber-syndrome/#supporting-organizations NIH/NLM Genetics Home Reference -- ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/sturge-weber-syndrome. SWS is usually not life threatening. The condition does need regular lifelong follow-up. The person's quality of life depends on how well their symptoms (such as seizures) can be prevented or treated. The person will need to visit an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) at least once a year to treat glaucoma. They also will need to see a neurologist to treat seizures and other nervous system symptoms. These complications can occur: Abnormal blood vessel growth in the skull Continued growth of the port-wine stain Developmental delays Emotional and behavioral problems Glaucoma, which may lead to blindness Paralysis Seizures. The health care provider should check all birthmarks, including a port-wine stain. Seizures, vision problems, paralysis, and changes in alertness or mental state may mean the coverings of the brain are involved. These symptoms should be evaluated right away. There is no known prevention. Encephalotrigeminal angiomatosis; SWS. Sturge-Weber syndrome - soles of feet Sturge-Weber syndrome - soles of feet Sturge-Weber syndrome - legs Sturge-Weber syndrome - legs Circulatory system Circulatory system Port wine stain on a child Port wine stain on a child's face Deep veins Deep veins. Flemming KD, Brown RD. Epidemiology and natural history of intracranial vascular malformations. |
| Stuttering | KHZ | 70,530,37510,72560,315270,475270,527400,665760,732000,988100 | Also see Stammering program. Encyclopedia Entry for Stuttering : Stuttering. About 5% of children (1 of every 20 children) ages 2 to 5 will develop some stuttering during their childhood. It may last for several weeks to several years. For a small number of children, stuttering does not go away and may get worse. This is called developmental stuttering and it is the most common type of stuttering. Stuttering tends to run in families. Genes that cause stuttering have been identified. There is also evidence that stuttering is a result of brain injuries, such as stroke or traumatic brain injuries. In rare cases, stuttering is caused by emotional trauma (called psychogenic stuttering). Stuttering is more common in boys than girls. It also tends to persist into adulthood more often in boys than in girls. Stuttering may start with repeating consonants (k, g, t). If stuttering becomes worse, words and phrases are repeated. Later, vocal spasms develop. There is a forced, almost explosive sound to speech. The person may appear to be struggling to speak. Stressful social situations and anxiety can make symptoms worse. Symptoms of stuttering may include: Feeling frustrated when trying to communicate Pausing or hesitating when starting or during sentences, phrases, or words, often with the lips together Putting in (interjecting) extra sounds or words ('We went to the.uh.store') Repeating sounds, words, parts of words, or phrases ('I want.I want my doll,' 'I.I see you,' or 'Ca-ca-ca-can') Tension in the voice Very long sounds within words ('I am Booooobbbby Jones' or 'Llllllllike') Other symptoms that might be seen with stuttering include: Eye blinking Jerking of the head or other body parts Jaw jerking Children with mild stuttering are often unaware of their stuttering. In severe cases, children may be more aware. Facial movements, anxiety, and increased stuttering may occur when they are asked to speak. Some people who stutter find that they do not stutter when they read aloud or sing. No testing is usually necessary. The diagnosis of stuttering may require consultation with a speech pathologist. There is no one best treatment for stuttering. Most early cases are short-term and resolve on their own. Speech therapy may be helpful if: Stuttering has lasted more than 3 to 6 months, or the 'blocked' speech lasts several seconds The child appears to be struggling when stuttering, or is embarrassed There is a family history of stuttering Speech therapy can help make the speech more fluent or smooth. Parents are encouraged to: Avoid expressing too much concern about the stuttering, which can actually make matters worse by making the child more self-conscious. Avoid stressful social situations whenever possible. Listen patiently to the child, make eye contact, don't interrupt, and show love and acceptance. Avoid finishing sentences for them. Set aside time for talking. Talk openly about stuttering when the child brings it up to you. Let them know you understand their frustration. Talk with the speech therapist about when to gently correct the stuttering. Taking medicine has not been shown to be helpful for stuttering. It is not clear whether electronic devices help with stuttering. Self-help groups are often helpful for both the child and family. The following organizations are good resources for information on stuttering and its treatment: American Institute for Stuttering: stutteringtreatment.org FRIENDS: The National Association of Young People Who Stutter: www.friendswhostutter.org The Stuttering Foundation: www.stutteringhelp.org. In most children who stutter, the phase passes and speech returns to normal within 3 or 4 years. Stuttering that begins after a child is 8 to 10 years old is more likely to last into adulthood. Possible complications of stuttering include social problems caused by the fear of teasing, which may make a child avoid speaking entirely. Call your health care provider if: Stuttering is interfering with your child's school work or emotional development. The child seems anxious or embarrassed about speaking. The symptoms last for more than 3 to 6 months. There is no known way to prevent stuttering. Children and stuttering; Speech disfluency; Stammering. Blitzer A, Sadoughi B, Guardiani E. Neurologic disorders of the larynx. |
| Stye | CAFL | 10000,880,787,727,20,453,2600 | Staphylococcal infection of sebaceous gland of eyelash. Use Staphylococci Infection programs. Eyes Encyclopedia Entry for Stye : Stye- Hordeola- Staphylococcus aureus |
| Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis | ETDF | 50,1520,5690,55150,375030,479930,527000,662710,789000,987230 | Rare chronic form of progressive brain inflammation caused by persistent infection with Measles virus. Encyclopedia Entry for Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis : Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis (SSPE) - Measles virus Encyclopedia Entry for Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis : Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis. Normally, the measles virus does not cause brain damage. But an abnormal immune response to measles or, possibly, certain mutant forms of the virus may cause severe illness and death. This response leads to brain inflammation (swelling and irritation) that may last for years. SSPE has been reported in all parts of the world, but in western countries it is a rare disease. Very few cases are seen in the U.S. since the nationwide measles vaccination program. SSPE tends to occur several years after a person has measles, even though the person seems to have fully recovered from the illness. Males are more often affected than females. The disease generally occurs in children and adolescents. Symptoms of SSPE occur in four general stages. With each stage, the symptoms are worse than the stage before: Stage I: There may be personality changes, mood swings, or depression. Fever and headache may also be present. This stage may last up to 6 months. Stage II: There may be uncontrolled movement problems including jerking and muscle spasms. Other symptoms that may occur in this stage are loss of vision, dementia, and seizures. Stage III: Jerking movements are replaced by writhing (twisting) movements and rigidity. Death may occur from complications. Stage IV: Areas of the brain that control breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure are damaged. This leads to coma and then death. There may be a history of measles in an unvaccinated child. A physical examination may reveal: Damage to the optic nerve, which is responsible for sight Damage to the retina, the part of the eye that receives light Muscle twitching Poor performance on motor (movement) coordination tests The following tests may be performed: Electroencephalogram (EEG) Brain MRI Serum antibody titer to look for signs of previous measles infection Spinal tap. No cure for SSPE exists. However, certain antiviral drugs and drugs that boost the immune system may slow the progression of the disease. SSPE is always fatal. People with this disease die 1 to 3 years after diagnosis. Some people may survive longer. Call your health care provider if your child has not completed their scheduled vaccines. The measles vaccine is included in the MMR vaccine. Immunization against measles is the only known prevention for SSPE. The measles vaccine has been highly effective in reducing the numbers of affected children. Measles immunization should be done according to the recommended American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control schedule. SSPE; Subacute sclerosing leukoencephalitis; Dawson encephalitis; Measles - SSPE; Rubeola - SSPE. Gershon AA. Measles virus (rubeola). Encyclopedia Entry for Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis : Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis. Source of disease: Measles virus |
| Sulfur si | XTRA | 163.27,176,14980.46 | Element. Also spelled sulphur. |
| Sun - Coccyx | ALT | 2.06 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Sun - Kidneys, Strength | ALT | 4.11 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Sun - Mouth, Speech, Creativity | ALT | 8.22 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Sun - Top of Head, Spirit, Liberation, Transcendence | ALT | 16.4 | Table of sound frequencies corresponding to the human body. |
| Sun Allergy | CAFL | 3,330,10000 | Examine prescription drugs, such as Psoralen, for photo-sensitisation properties. Also called polymorphic light eruption. |
| Sun Allergy | XTRA | 1000 | Also called polymorphic light eruption. |
| Sunstroke | CAFL | 444,440,190,3000,95,522,146,880,20,10000 | Drink lots of water and take an electrolyte solution. Use Electrolyte Levels program. |
| Sunstroke | XTRA | 444,1000 | Drink lots of water and take an electrolyte solution. Use Electrolyte Levels program. |
| Surgery Anaesthesia Detox | CAFL | 522,146 | Use Liver support programs. |
| Surgery Pre-op Post-op Prevent Infections | CAFL | 146,428,444,465,522,727,776,787,802,832,880,1500,1550,1600,1800,2170 | Use General Antiseptic, Staphylococci, and Streptococcus Infection programs. |
| Surgical Pain Post Op | CAFL | 95,2720,3000 | Severe pain after surgery can typically be successfully treated. Modern pain medications and anesthesia can control post-surgical pain and help your body heal. If you're having surgery, it's natural to have concerns about pain after the procedure, as well as the risks associated with powerful pain medications. |
| Sweat Gland Diseases | ETDF | 120,400,900,119340,175150,475030,527000,667000,753230,986220 | Bromhidrosis Hidradenitis suppurativa also affects the apocrine glands,Hyperhidrosis Hypohidrosis Miliaria |
| Sweet Syndrome | KHZ | 60,8000,25750,65000,40000,92500,250000,536420,682450,753070,927100 | Skin disease with sudden onset of fever, elevated white blood cell count, and tender, red, well-demarcated papules and plaques that show dense infiltrates by neutrophil granulocytes. |
| Swelling | CAFL | 522,146,6.3,148,444,440,880,787,727,20,10000,5000,3000 | Edema. Also see Kidney Insufficiency, and Lymph Stasis programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Swelling : Swelling. Slight swelling (edema) of the lower legs is common in warm summer months, especially if a person has been standing or walking a lot. General swelling, or massive edema (also called anasarca), is a common sign in people who are very sick. Although slight edema may be hard to detect, a large amount of swelling is very obvious. Edema is described as pitting or non-pitting. Pitting edema leaves a dent in the skin after you press the area with a finger for about 5 seconds. The dent will slowly fill back in. Non-pitting edema does not leave this type of dent when pressing on the swollen area. Swelling can be caused by any of the following: Acute glomerulonephritis Burns , including sunburn Chronic kidney disease Heart failure Liver failure from cirrhosis Nephrotic syndrome Poor nutrition Pregnancy Thyroid disease Too little albumin in the blood (hypoalbuminemia) Too much salt or sodium Use of certain drugs, such as corticosteroids or drugs used to treat heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes. Follow your health care provider's treatment recommendations. If you have long-term swelling, ask your provider about options to prevent skin breakdown, such as: Flotation ring Lamb's wool pad Pressure-reducing mattress Continue with your everyday activities. When lying down, keep your arms and legs above your heart level, if possible, so the fluid can drain. DO NOT do this if you get shortness of breath. See your provider instead. If you notice any unexplained swelling, contact your provider. Except in emergency situations (heart failure or pulmonary edema ), your provider will take your medical history and will perform a physical examination. You may be asked about the symptoms of your swelling. Questions may include when the swelling started, whether it is all over your body or just in one area, what you have tried at home to help the swelling. Tests that may be done include: Albumin blood test Blood electrolyte levels Echocardiography ECG Kidney function tests Liver function tests Urinalysis X-rays Treatment may include avoiding salt or taking water pills (diuretics). Your fluid intake and output should be monitored, and you should be weighed daily. Avoid alcohol if liver disease (cirrhosis or hepatitis ) is causing the problem. Support hose may be recommended. Edema; Anasarca. Pitting edema on the leg Pitting edema on the leg. Raftery AT, Lim E, Ostor AJK. Abdominal swellings. |
| Swelling | XTRA | 787,1000 | Also see Kidney Insufficiency, and Lymph Stasis programs. Encyclopedia Entry for Swelling : Swelling. Slight swelling (edema) of the lower legs is common in warm summer months, especially if a person has been standing or walking a lot. General swelling, or massive edema (also called anasarca), is a common sign in people who are very sick. Although slight edema may be hard to detect, a large amount of swelling is very obvious. Edema is described as pitting or non-pitting. Pitting edema leaves a dent in the skin after you press the area with a finger for about 5 seconds. The dent will slowly fill back in. Non-pitting edema does not leave this type of dent when pressing on the swollen area. Swelling can be caused by any of the following: Acute glomerulonephritis Burns , including sunburn Chronic kidney disease Heart failure Liver failure from cirrhosis Nephrotic syndrome Poor nutrition Pregnancy Thyroid disease Too little albumin in the blood (hypoalbuminemia) Too much salt or sodium Use of certain drugs, such as corticosteroids or drugs used to treat heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes. Follow your health care provider's treatment recommendations. If you have long-term swelling, ask your provider about options to prevent skin breakdown, such as: Flotation ring Lamb's wool pad Pressure-reducing mattress Continue with your everyday activities. When lying down, keep your arms and legs above your heart level, if possible, so the fluid can drain. DO NOT do this if you get shortness of breath. See your provider instead. If you notice any unexplained swelling, contact your provider. Except in emergency situations (heart failure or pulmonary edema ), your provider will take your medical history and will perform a physical examination. You may be asked about the symptoms of your swelling. Questions may include when the swelling started, whether it is all over your body or just in one area, what you have tried at home to help the swelling. Tests that may be done include: Albumin blood test Blood electrolyte levels Echocardiography ECG Kidney function tests Liver function tests Urinalysis X-rays Treatment may include avoiding salt or taking water pills (diuretics). Your fluid intake and output should be monitored, and you should be weighed daily. Avoid alcohol if liver disease (cirrhosis or hepatitis ) is causing the problem. Support hose may be recommended. Edema; Anasarca. Pitting edema on the leg Pitting edema on the leg. Raftery AT, Lim E, Ostor AJK. Abdominal swellings. |
| Swelling Edema 2 | XTRA | 522,146,6.3,148,444,440,880,787,727 | Also see Kidney Insufficiency, and Lymph Stasis programs. |
| Swelling Legs and Feet | XTRA | 20,727,787,880,5000,10000 | Also see Kidney Insufficiency, and Lymph Stasis programs. Other uses: corns, dreams. |
| Swimmers Ear | CAFL | 728,784,880,464,174,482,5311 | See Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, and Otitis Externa programs. Ear |
| Swine Flu | VEGA | 432,839 | Also see H1N1 - Swine Flu, and Spanish Flu. Encyclopedia Entry for Swine Flu : Swine flu- Influenza virus H1N1 |
| Swollen Glands | CAFL | 152,242,642,674,922 | See Mumps programs, and Angina Throat. Use Lymph program(s). |
| Synesthesia | ETDF | 400,950,72500,112330,97500,275150,477500,667000,742000,987230 | Neurological phenomenon where stimulation of one sense leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sense. |
| Synovitis | ETDF | 50,520,620,10890,32570,479500,527000,662710,752700,985670 | Inflammation of synovial membrane lining joints which possess cavities. |
| Syphilis | CAFL | 177,650,625,600,660,658 | Use Treponema Pallidum, and see Luesinum and Syphilinum programs. Reported to work for Borrelia in a number of cases. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis - Treponema pallidum subsp. pallidum (Spirochetes; bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infectious (STI) disease caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. This bacteria causes infection when it gets into broken skin or mucus membranes, usually of the genitals. Syphilis is most often transmitted through sexual contact, although it also can be transmitted in other ways. Syphilis occurs worldwide, most commonly in urban areas. The number of cases is rising fastest in men who have sex with men (MSM). Young adults ages 20 to 35 are the highest-risk population. Because people may be unaware that they are infected with syphilis, many states require tests for syphilis before marriage. All pregnant women who receive prenatal care should be screened for syphilis to prevent the infection from passing to their newborn (congenital syphilis). Syphilis has three stages: Primary syphilis Secondary syphilis Tertiary syphilis (the late phase of the illness) Secondary syphilis, tertiary syphilis, and congenital syphilis are not seen as often in the United States because of education, screening, and treatment. The incubation period for primary syphilis is 14 to 21 days. Symptoms of primary syphilis are: Small, painless open sore or ulcer (called a chancre) on the genitals, mouth, skin, or rectum that heals by itself in 3 to 6 weeks Enlarged lymph nodes in the area of the sore The bacteria continue to grow in the body, but there are few symptoms until the second stage. The symptoms of secondary syphilis start 4 to 8 weeks after the primary syphilis. The symptoms may include: Skin rash, usually on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet Sores called mucous patches in or around the mouth, vagina, or penis Moist, warty patches (called condylomata lata) in the genitals or skin folds Fever General ill feeling Loss of appetite Muscle and joint pain Swollen lymph nodes Vision changes Hair loss Tertiary syphilis develops in untreated people. The symptoms depend on which organs have been affected. They vary widely and can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms include: Damage to the heart, causing aneurysms or valve disease Central nervous system disorders ( neurosyphilis ) Tumors of skin, bones, or liver. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about the symptoms. Tests that may be done include: Examination of fluid from sore (rarely done) Echocardiogram , aortic angiogram , and cardiac catheterization to look at the major blood vessels and the heart Spinal tap and examination of spinal fluid Blood tests to screen for syphilis bacteria ( RPR , VDRL , or TRUST) If the RPR, VDRL, or TRUST tests are positive, one of the following tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis: FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody test) MHA-TP TP-EIA TP-PA. Syphilis can be treated with antibiotics, such as: Doxycycline (type of tetracycline given to people who are allergic to penicillin) Penicillin G benzathine Length of treatment depends on how severe the syphilis is, and factors such as the person's overall health. To treat syphilis during pregnancy, penicillin is the drug of choice. Tetracycline cannot be used for treatment because it is dangerous to the unborn baby. Erythromycin may not prevent congenital syphilis in the baby. People who are allergic to penicillin should ideally be desensitized to it, and then treated with penicillin. Several hours after getting treatment for the early stages of syphilis, people may experience the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. This process is caused by an immune reaction to the breakdown products of the infection. Symptoms and signs of this reaction include: Chills Fever General ill feeling ( malaise ) Headache Muscle and joint pain Nausea Rash These symptoms usually disappear within 24 hours. Follow-up blood tests must be done at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months to ensure that the infection is gone. Avoid sexual contact when the chancre is present. Use condoms until two follow-up tests have shown that the infection has been cured, to reduce the chance of transmitting the infection. All sexual partners of the person with syphilis should also be treated. Syphilis can spread very easily in the primary and secondary stages. Primary and secondary syphilis can be cured if it is diagnosed early and completely treated. Although secondary syphilis usually goes away within weeks, in some cases it may last for up to 1 year. Without treatment, up to one-third of people will have late complications of syphilis. Late syphilis may be permanently disabling, and it may lead to death. Complications of syphilis may include: Cardiovascular problems (aortitis and aneurysms) Destructive sores of skin and bones (gummas) Neurosyphilis Syphilitic myelopathy - a complication that involves muscle weakness and abnormal sensations Syphilitic meningitis In addition, untreated secondary syphilis during pregnancy may spread the disease to the developing baby. This is called congenital syphilis. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of syphilis. Also contact your provider, or get screened in an STI clinic if you have: Had intimate contact with a person who has syphilis or any other STI Engaged in any high-risk sexual practices, including having multiple or unknown partners or using intravenous drugs. If you are sexually active, practice safer sex and always use a condom. All pregnant women should be screened for syphilis. Primary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary syphilis; Treponema - syphilis; Clap; Lues; Sexually transmitted disease - syphilis; Sexually transmitted infection - syphilis; STD - syphilis; STI - syphilis. Primary syphilis Primary syphilis Male and female reproductive systems Male and female reproductive systems Syphilis, secondary on the palms Syphilis, secondary on the palms Late-stage syphilis Late-stage syphilis. Hook EW. Syphilis. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Source of disease: Treponema pallidum |
| Syphilis | ETDF | 20,5250,25150,125750,275030,477500,527000,667000,749000,987230 | Use Treponema Pallidum, and see Luesinum and Syphilinum programs. Reported to work for Borrelia in a number of cases. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis - Treponema pallidum subsp. pallidum (Spirochetes; bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infectious (STI) disease caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. This bacteria causes infection when it gets into broken skin or mucus membranes, usually of the genitals. Syphilis is most often transmitted through sexual contact, although it also can be transmitted in other ways. Syphilis occurs worldwide, most commonly in urban areas. The number of cases is rising fastest in men who have sex with men (MSM). Young adults ages 20 to 35 are the highest-risk population. Because people may be unaware that they are infected with syphilis, many states require tests for syphilis before marriage. All pregnant women who receive prenatal care should be screened for syphilis to prevent the infection from passing to their newborn (congenital syphilis). Syphilis has three stages: Primary syphilis Secondary syphilis Tertiary syphilis (the late phase of the illness) Secondary syphilis, tertiary syphilis, and congenital syphilis are not seen as often in the United States because of education, screening, and treatment. The incubation period for primary syphilis is 14 to 21 days. Symptoms of primary syphilis are: Small, painless open sore or ulcer (called a chancre) on the genitals, mouth, skin, or rectum that heals by itself in 3 to 6 weeks Enlarged lymph nodes in the area of the sore The bacteria continue to grow in the body, but there are few symptoms until the second stage. The symptoms of secondary syphilis start 4 to 8 weeks after the primary syphilis. The symptoms may include: Skin rash, usually on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet Sores called mucous patches in or around the mouth, vagina, or penis Moist, warty patches (called condylomata lata) in the genitals or skin folds Fever General ill feeling Loss of appetite Muscle and joint pain Swollen lymph nodes Vision changes Hair loss Tertiary syphilis develops in untreated people. The symptoms depend on which organs have been affected. They vary widely and can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms include: Damage to the heart, causing aneurysms or valve disease Central nervous system disorders ( neurosyphilis ) Tumors of skin, bones, or liver. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about the symptoms. Tests that may be done include: Examination of fluid from sore (rarely done) Echocardiogram , aortic angiogram , and cardiac catheterization to look at the major blood vessels and the heart Spinal tap and examination of spinal fluid Blood tests to screen for syphilis bacteria ( RPR , VDRL , or TRUST) If the RPR, VDRL, or TRUST tests are positive, one of the following tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis: FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody test) MHA-TP TP-EIA TP-PA. Syphilis can be treated with antibiotics, such as: Doxycycline (type of tetracycline given to people who are allergic to penicillin) Penicillin G benzathine Length of treatment depends on how severe the syphilis is, and factors such as the person's overall health. To treat syphilis during pregnancy, penicillin is the drug of choice. Tetracycline cannot be used for treatment because it is dangerous to the unborn baby. Erythromycin may not prevent congenital syphilis in the baby. People who are allergic to penicillin should ideally be desensitized to it, and then treated with penicillin. Several hours after getting treatment for the early stages of syphilis, people may experience the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. This process is caused by an immune reaction to the breakdown products of the infection. Symptoms and signs of this reaction include: Chills Fever General ill feeling ( malaise ) Headache Muscle and joint pain Nausea Rash These symptoms usually disappear within 24 hours. Follow-up blood tests must be done at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months to ensure that the infection is gone. Avoid sexual contact when the chancre is present. Use condoms until two follow-up tests have shown that the infection has been cured, to reduce the chance of transmitting the infection. All sexual partners of the person with syphilis should also be treated. Syphilis can spread very easily in the primary and secondary stages. Primary and secondary syphilis can be cured if it is diagnosed early and completely treated. Although secondary syphilis usually goes away within weeks, in some cases it may last for up to 1 year. Without treatment, up to one-third of people will have late complications of syphilis. Late syphilis may be permanently disabling, and it may lead to death. Complications of syphilis may include: Cardiovascular problems (aortitis and aneurysms) Destructive sores of skin and bones (gummas) Neurosyphilis Syphilitic myelopathy - a complication that involves muscle weakness and abnormal sensations Syphilitic meningitis In addition, untreated secondary syphilis during pregnancy may spread the disease to the developing baby. This is called congenital syphilis. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of syphilis. Also contact your provider, or get screened in an STI clinic if you have: Had intimate contact with a person who has syphilis or any other STI Engaged in any high-risk sexual practices, including having multiple or unknown partners or using intravenous drugs. If you are sexually active, practice safer sex and always use a condom. All pregnant women should be screened for syphilis. Primary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary syphilis; Treponema - syphilis; Clap; Lues; Sexually transmitted disease - syphilis; Sexually transmitted infection - syphilis; STD - syphilis; STI - syphilis. Primary syphilis Primary syphilis Male and female reproductive systems Male and female reproductive systems Syphilis, secondary on the palms Syphilis, secondary on the palms Late-stage syphilis Late-stage syphilis. Hook EW. Syphilis. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Source of disease: Treponema pallidum |
| Syphilis | XTRA | 3154800 | Hoyland MOR. Caused by Treponema Pallidum. Reported to work for Borrelia in a number of cases. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis - Treponema pallidum subsp. pallidum (Spirochetes; bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infectious (STI) disease caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. This bacteria causes infection when it gets into broken skin or mucus membranes, usually of the genitals. Syphilis is most often transmitted through sexual contact, although it also can be transmitted in other ways. Syphilis occurs worldwide, most commonly in urban areas. The number of cases is rising fastest in men who have sex with men (MSM). Young adults ages 20 to 35 are the highest-risk population. Because people may be unaware that they are infected with syphilis, many states require tests for syphilis before marriage. All pregnant women who receive prenatal care should be screened for syphilis to prevent the infection from passing to their newborn (congenital syphilis). Syphilis has three stages: Primary syphilis Secondary syphilis Tertiary syphilis (the late phase of the illness) Secondary syphilis, tertiary syphilis, and congenital syphilis are not seen as often in the United States because of education, screening, and treatment. The incubation period for primary syphilis is 14 to 21 days. Symptoms of primary syphilis are: Small, painless open sore or ulcer (called a chancre) on the genitals, mouth, skin, or rectum that heals by itself in 3 to 6 weeks Enlarged lymph nodes in the area of the sore The bacteria continue to grow in the body, but there are few symptoms until the second stage. The symptoms of secondary syphilis start 4 to 8 weeks after the primary syphilis. The symptoms may include: Skin rash, usually on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet Sores called mucous patches in or around the mouth, vagina, or penis Moist, warty patches (called condylomata lata) in the genitals or skin folds Fever General ill feeling Loss of appetite Muscle and joint pain Swollen lymph nodes Vision changes Hair loss Tertiary syphilis develops in untreated people. The symptoms depend on which organs have been affected. They vary widely and can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms include: Damage to the heart, causing aneurysms or valve disease Central nervous system disorders ( neurosyphilis ) Tumors of skin, bones, or liver. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about the symptoms. Tests that may be done include: Examination of fluid from sore (rarely done) Echocardiogram , aortic angiogram , and cardiac catheterization to look at the major blood vessels and the heart Spinal tap and examination of spinal fluid Blood tests to screen for syphilis bacteria ( RPR , VDRL , or TRUST) If the RPR, VDRL, or TRUST tests are positive, one of the following tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis: FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody test) MHA-TP TP-EIA TP-PA. Syphilis can be treated with antibiotics, such as: Doxycycline (type of tetracycline given to people who are allergic to penicillin) Penicillin G benzathine Length of treatment depends on how severe the syphilis is, and factors such as the person's overall health. To treat syphilis during pregnancy, penicillin is the drug of choice. Tetracycline cannot be used for treatment because it is dangerous to the unborn baby. Erythromycin may not prevent congenital syphilis in the baby. People who are allergic to penicillin should ideally be desensitized to it, and then treated with penicillin. Several hours after getting treatment for the early stages of syphilis, people may experience the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. This process is caused by an immune reaction to the breakdown products of the infection. Symptoms and signs of this reaction include: Chills Fever General ill feeling ( malaise ) Headache Muscle and joint pain Nausea Rash These symptoms usually disappear within 24 hours. Follow-up blood tests must be done at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months to ensure that the infection is gone. Avoid sexual contact when the chancre is present. Use condoms until two follow-up tests have shown that the infection has been cured, to reduce the chance of transmitting the infection. All sexual partners of the person with syphilis should also be treated. Syphilis can spread very easily in the primary and secondary stages. Primary and secondary syphilis can be cured if it is diagnosed early and completely treated. Although secondary syphilis usually goes away within weeks, in some cases it may last for up to 1 year. Without treatment, up to one-third of people will have late complications of syphilis. Late syphilis may be permanently disabling, and it may lead to death. Complications of syphilis may include: Cardiovascular problems (aortitis and aneurysms) Destructive sores of skin and bones (gummas) Neurosyphilis Syphilitic myelopathy - a complication that involves muscle weakness and abnormal sensations Syphilitic meningitis In addition, untreated secondary syphilis during pregnancy may spread the disease to the developing baby. This is called congenital syphilis. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of syphilis. Also contact your provider, or get screened in an STI clinic if you have: Had intimate contact with a person who has syphilis or any other STI Engaged in any high-risk sexual practices, including having multiple or unknown partners or using intravenous drugs. If you are sexually active, practice safer sex and always use a condom. All pregnant women should be screened for syphilis. Primary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary syphilis; Treponema - syphilis; Clap; Lues; Sexually transmitted disease - syphilis; Sexually transmitted infection - syphilis; STD - syphilis; STI - syphilis. Primary syphilis Primary syphilis Male and female reproductive systems Male and female reproductive systems Syphilis, secondary on the palms Syphilis, secondary on the palms Late-stage syphilis Late-stage syphilis. Hook EW. Syphilis. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Source of disease: Treponema pallidum |
| Syphilis | XTRA | 788700 | RifeVideos (1936). Sourced from http://www.rifevideos.com/dr_rifes_true_original_frequencies.html Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis - Treponema pallidum subsp. pallidum (Spirochetes; bacteria) Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infectious (STI) disease caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. This bacteria causes infection when it gets into broken skin or mucus membranes, usually of the genitals. Syphilis is most often transmitted through sexual contact, although it also can be transmitted in other ways. Syphilis occurs worldwide, most commonly in urban areas. The number of cases is rising fastest in men who have sex with men (MSM). Young adults ages 20 to 35 are the highest-risk population. Because people may be unaware that they are infected with syphilis, many states require tests for syphilis before marriage. All pregnant women who receive prenatal care should be screened for syphilis to prevent the infection from passing to their newborn (congenital syphilis). Syphilis has three stages: Primary syphilis Secondary syphilis Tertiary syphilis (the late phase of the illness) Secondary syphilis, tertiary syphilis, and congenital syphilis are not seen as often in the United States because of education, screening, and treatment. The incubation period for primary syphilis is 14 to 21 days. Symptoms of primary syphilis are: Small, painless open sore or ulcer (called a chancre) on the genitals, mouth, skin, or rectum that heals by itself in 3 to 6 weeks Enlarged lymph nodes in the area of the sore The bacteria continue to grow in the body, but there are few symptoms until the second stage. The symptoms of secondary syphilis start 4 to 8 weeks after the primary syphilis. The symptoms may include: Skin rash, usually on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet Sores called mucous patches in or around the mouth, vagina, or penis Moist, warty patches (called condylomata lata) in the genitals or skin folds Fever General ill feeling Loss of appetite Muscle and joint pain Swollen lymph nodes Vision changes Hair loss Tertiary syphilis develops in untreated people. The symptoms depend on which organs have been affected. They vary widely and can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms include: Damage to the heart, causing aneurysms or valve disease Central nervous system disorders ( neurosyphilis ) Tumors of skin, bones, or liver. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about the symptoms. Tests that may be done include: Examination of fluid from sore (rarely done) Echocardiogram , aortic angiogram , and cardiac catheterization to look at the major blood vessels and the heart Spinal tap and examination of spinal fluid Blood tests to screen for syphilis bacteria ( RPR , VDRL , or TRUST) If the RPR, VDRL, or TRUST tests are positive, one of the following tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis: FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody test) MHA-TP TP-EIA TP-PA. Syphilis can be treated with antibiotics, such as: Doxycycline (type of tetracycline given to people who are allergic to penicillin) Penicillin G benzathine Length of treatment depends on how severe the syphilis is, and factors such as the person's overall health. To treat syphilis during pregnancy, penicillin is the drug of choice. Tetracycline cannot be used for treatment because it is dangerous to the unborn baby. Erythromycin may not prevent congenital syphilis in the baby. People who are allergic to penicillin should ideally be desensitized to it, and then treated with penicillin. Several hours after getting treatment for the early stages of syphilis, people may experience the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. This process is caused by an immune reaction to the breakdown products of the infection. Symptoms and signs of this reaction include: Chills Fever General ill feeling ( malaise ) Headache Muscle and joint pain Nausea Rash These symptoms usually disappear within 24 hours. Follow-up blood tests must be done at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months to ensure that the infection is gone. Avoid sexual contact when the chancre is present. Use condoms until two follow-up tests have shown that the infection has been cured, to reduce the chance of transmitting the infection. All sexual partners of the person with syphilis should also be treated. Syphilis can spread very easily in the primary and secondary stages. Primary and secondary syphilis can be cured if it is diagnosed early and completely treated. Although secondary syphilis usually goes away within weeks, in some cases it may last for up to 1 year. Without treatment, up to one-third of people will have late complications of syphilis. Late syphilis may be permanently disabling, and it may lead to death. Complications of syphilis may include: Cardiovascular problems (aortitis and aneurysms) Destructive sores of skin and bones (gummas) Neurosyphilis Syphilitic myelopathy - a complication that involves muscle weakness and abnormal sensations Syphilitic meningitis In addition, untreated secondary syphilis during pregnancy may spread the disease to the developing baby. This is called congenital syphilis. Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of syphilis. Also contact your provider, or get screened in an STI clinic if you have: Had intimate contact with a person who has syphilis or any other STI Engaged in any high-risk sexual practices, including having multiple or unknown partners or using intravenous drugs. If you are sexually active, practice safer sex and always use a condom. All pregnant women should be screened for syphilis. Primary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary syphilis; Treponema - syphilis; Clap; Lues; Sexually transmitted disease - syphilis; Sexually transmitted infection - syphilis; STD - syphilis; STI - syphilis. Primary syphilis Primary syphilis Male and female reproductive systems Male and female reproductive systems Syphilis, secondary on the palms Syphilis, secondary on the palms Late-stage syphilis Late-stage syphilis. Hook EW. Syphilis. Encyclopedia Entry for Syphilis : Syphilis. Source of disease: Treponema pallidum |
| Syphilis (Treponema Pallidum) | RIFE | 789000 | Crane=660, Rife (1936)=6600, 900000. Use Treponema Pallidum, and see Luesinum and Syphilinum programs. Reported to work for Borrelia in a number of cases. |
| Syphilis Congenital | ETDF | 20,180,25000,125150,269710,475030,527000,667000,761850,986220 | Use Treponema Pallidum, and see Luesinum and Syphilinum programs. |
| Syringomyelia | ETDF | 120,5120,7000,32500,95750,175000,522530,682020,759830,900000 | Disorder where a cyst or cavity forms within spinal cord, resulting in pain, paralysis, weakness, and stiffness. Encyclopedia Entry for Syringomyelia : Syringomyelia. The fluid-filled cyst is called a syrinx. The spinal fluid buildup may be caused by: Birth defects (especially Chiari malformation, in which part of the brain pushes down onto the spinal cord at the base of the skull) Spinal cord trauma Tumors of the spinal cord The fluid-filled cyst usually begins in the neck area. It expands slowly, putting pressure on the spinal cord and slowly causing damage. There may be no symptoms. If there are symptoms, they may include: Headache Loss of muscle mass ( wasting , atrophy), often in the arms and hands Spasms or tightness in the leg or hand and arm muscles Muscle function loss , loss of ability to use arms or legs Numbness that decreases the feeling of pain or temperature; lowers the ability to feel when the skin is being touched; occurs in the neck, shoulders, upper arms, and trunk in a cape-like pattern; and slowly gets worse over time Pain down the arms, neck, or into the middle back or legs Weakness (decreased muscle strength) in the arms or legs. The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask about the symptoms, focusing on the nervous system. Tests that may be done include: MRI of the head and spine Spinal CT scan with myelogram (may be done when an MRI isn't possible). The goals of treatment are to stop the spinal cord damage from getting worse and to improve function. Surgery may be needed to relieve pressure in the spinal cord. Physical therapy may be needed to improve muscle function. Ventriculoperitoneal shunting may be needed. This is a procedure in which a catheter (thin, flexible tube) is inserted to drain the fluid buildup. Without treatment, the disorder may get worse very slowly. Over time, it may cause severe disability. Surgery usually stops the condition from getting worse. Nervous system function will improve in about half the people who have surgery. Without treatment, the condition may lead to: Loss of nervous system function Permanent disability Possible complications of surgery include: Infection Other complications of surgery. Call your provider if you have symptoms of syringomyelia. There is no known way to prevent this condition, other than avoiding injuries to the spinal cord. Getting treated right away slows the disorder from getting worse. Syrinx. Central nervous system Central nervous system. Batzdorf U. Syringomyelia. |
| Systemic Conditions | XTRA | 3.89,4.9,20,72,95,125,422,450,660,690,727,5,664,676,784,787,802,1550,832,880,1552,2008,2127.5 | Disorders which affect a number of organs and tissues, or the body as a whole. |
| Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome | ETDF | 130,430,7000,13980,132410,275750,512330,650000,753070,926700 | Serious condition related to systemic inflammation, organ dysfunction, and organ failure. Encyclopedia Entry for Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome : Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome or SIRS- if infectious see Septic Shock for common causes. |
ALT consists of programs based on Ayurvedic knowledge and practice, solfeggios, and planetary frequencies.
BFB a collection of biofeedback scan results.
BIO is a collection of frequencies based on excellent Russian frequency research.
CAFL is the Consolidated Annotated Frequency List, amassed over years from the experience of Rife experimenters.
CUST consists of programs added by Spooky team members, plus those in your own personal database.
ETDFL is a collection of programs researched in bio resonance clinics in Germany.
HC is Dr. Hulda Clark’s database. Use with HC or KHZ (R) – JK preset.
KHZ is a collection of higher frequencies from Dr. Hulda Clark. Use with HC or KHZ (R) – JK preset.
PROV has produced consistent results in virtually all subjects it was used with.
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VEGA is a collection of frequencies based on excellent Russian frequency research.
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