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SAARD
SAARD Slow-Acting Anti-Rheumatic Drug. (e.g. Gold injections for rheumatoid arthritis)
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Gold
A yellow metallic element with the atomic symbol Au, atomic number 79, and atomic weight 197. It is used in jewelry, goldplating of other metals, as currency, and in dental restoration. Many of its clinical applications are in the form of its salts.
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Saarbrucken doctors
All doctors near Saarbrucken, Germany. Doctors who can assist a patient in Saarbrucken.
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Space maintainer
Dental device that holds the space lost through premature loss of baby teeth.
Splint
Connection of two or more teeth so they function as a stronger single structure.
Supernumerary tooth
Extra tooth.
Suppuration
Bacterial contamination of tissue exudate; pus.
Sociopath (APD)
Sociopath also known as Antisocial personality disorder (APD) involves a history of chronic antisocial behavior that begins before the age of 15 and continues into adulthood. The disorder is manifested by a pattern of irresponsible and antisocial behavior as indicated by academic failure, poor job performance, illegal activities, recklessness, and impulsive behavior. Symptoms may include dysphoria, an inability to tolerate boredom, feeling victimized, and a diminished capacity for intimacy.
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Sacroiliitis
Inflammation on the sacroiliac joints at the base of the spine. May cause low back or buttock pain. Occurs particularly in HLA B27-related conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis.
SAPHO
Synovitis, Acne, Palmoplantar pustulosis, Hyperostosis, aseptic Osteomyelitis.
Sausage digit
Appearance due to dactylitis - usually refers to seronegative spondylarthritis (especially psoriatic arthritis).
Scheuermann's disease
A condition that occurs in adolescence. It affects the thoracic spine and may give rise to pain and a kyphosis ('hump') although more often it is painless.
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