What is Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Severe acute respiratory syndrome is a severe respiratory infection caused by the same type of virus (coronavirus) that causes the common cold. However, the SARS coronavirus can cause a much more serious infection than the common cold. A SARS infection can get worse quickly and can lead to …
What is Sever’s Disease Sever’s disease is a heel injury that is common among 8- to 14-year-old children. A child’s heel bone (calcaneal bone) grows until about age 14. Until growth is complete, the area at the base of the heel bone (growth plate) can become inflamed when too much pressure is put on it. …
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Test (SHBG)-Why am I having this test? Sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) test is used to learn more about your testosterone levels. Testosterone is the male sex hormone. Both men and women have testosterone in their bodies. You may have this test if you had a different test that showed abnormal …
What is Shaken Baby Syndrome Shaken baby syndrome is a type of abusive head trauma. It is a set of severe brain and eye injuries that occur when a young child is shaken vigorously or suffers blunt impact. The condition can lead to: Bleeding between the brain and skull (subdural hematoma). Brain damage. Mental disability. …
Sharps Disposal – General guidelines for sharps disposal Sharps disposal is the safe disposal of objects that have sharp points or edges. These objects are used to puncture the skin or to give medicines. They include needles, syringes, lancets, and other sharp objects. Knowing how to properly dispose of sharps is important. Used sharps can …
Shigellosis in Children Shigellosis is an infection of the intestines. It can cause diarrhea, pain in the abdomen, and other symptoms. The infection usually lasts 5–7 days. Most children with this infection make a full recovery. In rare cases, some children can develop lasting problems, such as arthritis, irritation of the eyes, skin rashes, or …
What is Shigellosis Shigellosis is an infection of the intestines. It can cause diarrhea, pain in the abdomen, and other symptoms. The infection usually lasts 5–7 days. Most people with this infection make a full recovery. However, in rare cases, some people develop lasting problems, such as arthritis, irritation of the eyes, painful urination, or …