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Treatment for polio usually consists of fluids, medications, and rest to treat the symptoms of the disease. This eMedTV segment explains that there is currently no cure for polio, so treatment focuses on supportive care until the patient recovers.
Treatment for Prostrate Cancer
This eMedTV page describes the two types of prostate cancer treatment (local and systemic) and provides a link to more detailed information. Treatment for prostrate cancer is a common misspelling and variation of prostate cancer treatment.
Treatment for pubic lice typically involves using over-the-counter medication (such as permethrin). This eMedTV article covers the importance of laundering the infested person's clothing and also gives other tips on getting rid of pubic lice.
Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome
Lifestyle changes and medications are the main forms of treatment for restless legs syndrome. This part of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at the many treatment options that can minimize the symptoms of restless legs syndrome.
As this eMedTV article explains, treatment for scabies focuses on killing the scabies mites, treating anyone who has had close contact with the patient, and preventing the scabies from returning. Often, sulfur lotions are used to achieve these goals.
Treatment for scarlet fever typically involves antibiotics that can kill the bacteria. As this eMedTV article explains, it can also involve things like fluids, rest, and ibuprofen for relieving symptoms. This article covers scarlet fever treatment.
Treatment for Sjogren's Syndrome
This eMedTV page describes types of treatment for Sjogren's syndrome, such as moisture-replacement therapies, and also offers links to information on specific treatment options based on parts of the body affected, such as the mouth, eyes, and skin.
Treatment for sleep apnea may include medication, surgery, lifestyle changes, and other options. This eMedTV page discusses treatment for sleep apnea and explains what can happen if sleep apnea goes untreated.
This eMedTV segment lists various forms of treatment for Tay-Sachs, including medications, nutrition, and proper hydration. Although the disease is incurable, treatment can help control symptoms and make eating easier.
Treatment for Teenage Depression
Treatment for teenage depression should be tailored to each teenager's needs. This eMedTV article lists drugs used for the treatment of depression in teenagers (such as SSRIs or SNRIs) and psychotherapies that can be used to treat teenage depression.
Treatment for Tension Headaches
As this eMedTV article explains, treatment for tension headaches may involve medications, counseling, and treating any specific causes of the headaches. This Web page offers an in-depth look at how tension headaches are treated.
Treatment for trichomoniasis typically consists of prescription drugs that ultimately cure the infection. This eMedTV article explains why the drugs metronidazole and tinidazole are the most effective treatment options for this disease.
Treatment for Urinary Incontinence
Bladder retraining, medications, and surgery are just some of the urinary incontinence treatment options available. This eMedTV article discusses the different treatments for urinary incontinence in detail.
Treatment for Vestibular Schwannoma
Treatment for vestibular schwannoma may involve surgery, radiation therapy, or watchful waiting. This eMedTV article describes each of these treatment strategies and discusses the importance of follow-up care once treatment is complete.
Treatment for Wet Macular Degeneration
Treatment options for wet macular degeneration include photodynamic therapy, laser surgery, and injections. This eMedTV page describes each treatment for wet macular degeneration in detail and also explains how none of them can restore lost vision.
Treatment of alopecia areata can involve topical medications, photochemotherapy, and oral drugs. As this eMedTV page explains, these treatments may lead to hair growth, but they will not prevent future hair loss or cure the underlying disease.
Although there is no cure for ALS, proper treatment of ALS can lead to reduction of neuron damage and prolong survival. This eMedTV resource lists various types of treatment of ALS, including information on medications and physical therapy.
Treatment of autism involves educational and behavioral interventions that consist of highly structured, intensive training sessions. This eMedTV resource also provides information about medications used in the treatment of autism.