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- Shellfish and fish allergies
Symptoms of fish and shellfish allergies vary and range from milder reactions to a life-threatening severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
- Shiga toxin-producing E.coli
There are many types of E.coli bacteria, most of which are harmless. However, some types of E.coli produce toxins (poisons) that can cause gastroenteritis (gastro). One of these types of E.coli is known as ‘shiga toxin-producing E.coli’ or STEC.
- Shin splints
'Shin splints' refers to pain felt anywhere along the shinbone from knee to ankle.
- Shingles
Shingles is caused by the same virus responsible for chickenpox.
- Shock
Shock is when there is not enough blood circulating in the body. It is a life-threatening medical emergency.
- Short bowel syndrome
A person with short bowel syndrome is likely to be deficient in a range of important nutrients.
- Short-sightedness
If you are short-sighted, you will have trouble seeing objects clearly in the distance and they will appear blurry.
- Shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is common in our community. The good news is that with appropriate treatment pain will improve so you can get back to doing the things you enjoy.
- Shy bladder syndrome
Severe paruresis (fear of urinating in public) can affect a person's life in a similar way to agoraphobia.
- Sign language - Auslan
Like any language, Auslan continues to evolve to meet the communication needs of people who are deaf.