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Sclerosing mesenteritis
In sclerosing mesenteritis, tissue in the abdomen becomes inflamed and scarred. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for this rare condition.
Scleroderma
This group of rare diseases involves the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues. Some forms can affect internal organs.
SAMe
Understand how SAMe works and its potential effects on depression and osteoarthritis.
Rumination syndrome
Learn about this condition that results in regurgitating and reswallowing food. Behavioral therapy and medicine are treatments.
Rectovaginal fistula
This open tunnel connects the rectum and vagina, allowing gas or stool to pass into the vagina. Learn about rectovaginal fistula treatment and self-care.
Rectal cancer
Find out about rectal cancer symptoms, causes and prevention. Learn about treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation and surgery.
Pyoderma gangrenosum
Learn about the symptoms, treatment and risk factors of this skin condition with open sores, along with advice on how to cope with it.
Pulmonary fibrosis
Thickened and scarred lung tissue makes it hard for the lungs to work well. Symptoms are shortness of breath that worsens, cough, tiredness and weight loss.
Pseudomembranous colitis
This inflammatory colon condition is usually caused by the bacterium Clostridioides difficile. The use of high-dose antibiotics may let these germs grow unchecked.
Proctitis
Proctitis means inflammation of the rectal lining. This condition is often a treatment side effect or part of a more generalized disease.
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