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Robotic prostatectomy

Learn about robot-assisted surgery to remove part or all of the prostate. Understand the risks…

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Robotic surgery

Robotic systems can help surgeons increase precision, flexibility and control for many procedures. Learn about…

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Root canal treatment

This dental treatment fixes and saves a badly damaged tooth. Thanks to new tools and…

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Rosacea

Learn about the symptoms, skin care tips and medicines for this common skin condition of…

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Roseola

Learn about the causes of and home-care tips for this common viral infection that often…

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Rotator cuff injury

This common shoulder injury is often caused by repetitive overhead motions in jobs or sports.…

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Rotavirus

Learn more about this common childhood illness that causes fever, vomiting, diarrhea and sometimes abdominal…

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Rubella

Learn more about the symptoms and prevention of this viral infection that easily passes to…

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Rumination syndrome

Learn about this condition that results in regurgitating and reswallowing food. Behavioral therapy and medicine…

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Runny nose

Learn more about how to treat this common symptom and when to see a health…

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Ruptured eardrum (perforated eardrum)

This hole or tear in the thin tissue between the ear canal and the middle…

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Ruptured spleen

A break in the surface of your spleen, usually from a forceful blow to your…

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Sacral dimple

Learn about the causes, complications and diagnosis of this indentation on the lower back present…

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Sacroiliitis

This joint inflammation can cause pain in the buttocks or lower back. The pain can…

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Safe outdoor activities during the COVID-19 pandemic

Looking for fun outdoor activities you can enjoy safely during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are…

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Safety tips for attending school during COVID-19

Consider prevention strategies that you and your child's school can follow to help protect your…

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Salivary gland tumors

Learn about this rare tumor that forms in the salivary glands. Treatments include surgery and…

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Salmonella infection

This common bacterial infection is spread through contaminated food or water and affects the intestinal…

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Salt craving: A symptom of Addison's disease?

Constantly craving salt could signal a medical condition, such as Addison's disease.

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SAMe

Understand how SAMe works and its potential effects on depression and osteoarthritis.

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Sarcoidosis

This treatable inflammatory condition causes growth of tiny granulomas in different parts of the body,…

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Sarcoma

Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out…

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SBRT for prostate cancer: How it compares to other treatments

Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) is a radiation treatment for prostate cancer. Learn how its effectiveness…

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Scabies

Learn more about this contagious condition that causes intense itching, usually in areas where the…

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Scalp psoriasis vs. seborrheic dermatitis: What's the difference?

Learn how to tell apart these common conditions of the scalp, both of which cause…

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Scarlet fever

Learn more about the symptoms, causes, complications and treatment of this strep bacterial infection that…

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Schizoaffective disorder

This mental health condition includes schizophrenia symptoms, such as delusions and hallucinations, and mood disorder…

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Schizoid personality disorder

People with this mental health condition do not want to be with others. They stay…

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Schizophrenia

This mental condition can lead to hallucinations, delusions, and very disordered thinking and behavior. It…

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Schizotypal personality disorder

This condition includes odd or eccentric thinking and behavior, few close relationships, and great distrust…

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