Conditions We Treat

Rumination Syndrome

Rumination syndrome is a condition involving involuntary regurgitation of food.

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Sacrococcygeal Teratoma (SCT)

Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is a tumor that forms on a fetus’ tailbone, also called the coccyx. The tumors are usually not cancerous (benign) but can be life-threatening if not treated. SCT is rare, occurring in about 1 in 35,000-40,000 births. They are more common in males than females.

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Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction

The sacroiliac (SI) joint connects the hip and pelvis with the lower spine. SI joint dysfunction is a condition with pain experienced anywhere in the lower back, hips, buttocks and sometimes lower legs. 

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Sacroiliitis

Sacroiliitis is the swelling (inflammation) of either one or both of the sacroiliac (SI) joints. 

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Safety and Injury Prevention for Teens

Detailed information on safety and injury prevention for teens

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Sarcoma

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Sarcomas of Bone

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Scabies

Scabies is a skin condition caused by a mite.

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Scaphoid Fracture

The scaphoid is one of 8 carpal bones located in the wrist. A scaphoid fracture is a break of the scaphoid bone.

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Scaphoid Fractures

The wrist is made up of eight bones. The wrist bone below the base of the thumb is known as the scaphoid bone. A fracture (break) of this bone can happen when a person falls onto the outstretched hand.

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Scarlet Fever in Children

Scarlet fever is an infectious disease that causes a rash. It is caused by the same kind of bacteria that cause strep throat.

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Scheuermann's Disease

Scheuermann’s disease is a condition of the mid-back related to the shape of the vertebrae and the curve of the spinal column. Normally, vertebrae are about the same size and rectangular-shaped. With Scheuermann’s disease, the vertebrae become wedge-shaped and a person’s posture may change. 

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Helping Hands Patient Education Materials

Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.