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Brain and Nerves

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Restless Legs

That creeping, crawling, tingling, or burning feeling in your legs when lying down or sitting may be restless leg syndrome (RLS). Learn what can help.
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Rett Syndrome

Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disease. It causes developmental and nervous system problems, mostly in girls. Learn about symptoms and treatments.
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Reye Syndrome

Learn about Reye syndrome, which affects the liver, brain, and other organs. It is rare, and is often in children who have just had a viral infection.
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Sciatica

Sciatica is a symptom of a problem with the sciatic nerve causing pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling. Read about causes, tests, and treatment.
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Seizures

Seizures are caused by sudden, abnormal electrical activity in the brain. They can be mild or severe. Learn about the types, causes, and treatments.
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Shingles

Learn about shingles (herpes zoster), which is a painful rash, often on one side of the body. It is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
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Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a common disorder that causes your breathing to stop or get very shallow while you sleep. Discover sleep apnea symptoms and treatment.
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Sleep Disorders

Getting a good sleep is vital to your health, but many Americans don't get enough. Learn about sleep disorders, treatments, and good sleep habits.
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Speech and Communication Disorders

Speech and communication disorders affect our ability to communicate. From saying sounds incorrectly to being unable to understand others talking.
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Speech and Language Problems in Children

It can be hard to know if your child's speech or language delay is a problem. Read about the types of problems and how they are diagnosed and treated.
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Spina Bifida

Spina bifida is a type of birth defect of an unborn baby's brain, spine, or spinal cord. Screening tests during pregnancy can detect.
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Spinal Cord Diseases

Read about diseases of the spinal cord, the bundle of nerves running down the middle of your back. It carries signals between the brain and the body.
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