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Acoustic Neuroma

Nervous system

Also known as Acoustic neurilemmoma, Acoustic neurinoma, Auditory tumor, Vestibular schwannoma. An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor that develops …

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Tendinitis

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as Tendonitis. Tendons are flexible bands of tissue that connect muscles to bones. They help your muscles move …

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Spinal Stenosis

bone, muscles, joints

Your spine, or backbone, protects your spinal cord and allows you to stand and bend. Spinal stenosis causes narrowing in …

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Scoliosis

bone, muscles, joints

Scoliosis causes a sideways curve of your backbone, or spine. These curves are often S- or C-shaped. Scoliosis is most …

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Sciatica

bone, muscles, joints

Sciatica is a symptom of a problem with the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. It controls muscles …

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Rotator Cuff Injuries

bone, muscles, joints

Your rotator cuff is located in your shoulder area. It is made of muscles and tendons. It helps your shoulder …

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Rickets

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as Rachitis. Rickets causes soft, weak bones in children. It usually occurs when they do not get enough …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as RA. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of …

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Psoriatic Arthritis

bone, muscles, joints

Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy or sore patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales. You usually …

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Polymyalgia Rheumatica

bone, muscles, joints

Polymyalgia rheumatica is a disorder that causes muscle pain and stiffness in your neck, shoulders, and hips. It is most …

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