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Ringworm (scalp)
Learn more on causes, symptoms, treatments of this easily spread, itchy fungal skin infection and how to prevent it.
Rotavirus
Learn more about this common childhood condition that causes fever, vomiting, diarrhea and sometimes abdominal pain.
Rubella
Learn more about the symptoms and prevention of this contagious viral infection best known for its distinctive red rash.
Rumination syndrome
Learn about this condition that results in regurgitating and reswallowing food. Behavioral therapy and medicine are treatments.
Ruptured eardrum (perforated eardrum)
A ruptured eardrum is a hole or tear in your eardrum, the thin tissue that separates your ear canal from your middle ear.
Ruptured spleen
A break in the surface of your spleen, usually from a forceful blow to your abdomen, can cause life-threatening internal bleeding.
Salmonella infection
This common bacterial infection is spread through contaminated food or water and affects the intestinal tract. Learn more about prevention and treatment.
Sarcoma
Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the many types of sarcoma.
Scarlet fever
Learn more about the symptoms, causes, complications and treatment of this strep bacterial infection that causes a red rash, sore throat and high fever.
Scoliosis
This sideways curvature of the spine occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Treatment may include braces or surgery.
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