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This eMedTV article explains the correlation between Yersinia pestis and plague. The connection is direct -- the bacteria often infect several animals (especially rats) and cause between 1,000 and 3,000 cases of plague each year.
Yersinia pestis bacteria can cause plague, which is an acute, infectious disease. This page of the eMedTV Web site offers related statistics and discusses symptoms of infection, transmission methods, treatment options, and preventative measures.
Yersiniosis is an infectious illness caused by bacteria called Yersinia enterocolitica. This eMedTV Web page describes how the disease is transmitted, symptoms in children and adults, treatment methods, and ways to prevent infection.
This eMedTV page explains that yohimbe is an herb that is claimed to treat several conditions, such as sexual problems, high blood pressure, and depression. This page also offers a link to more information. Yohimba is a common misspelling of yohimbe.
Yohimbe is an herbal product that may have several uses, such as treating sexual problems and depression. This eMedTV Web page explains how yohimbe is claimed to work, lists possible side effects, and discusses its safety and effectiveness.
It is generally recommended to avoid taking yohimbe if you are breastfeeding. This part of the eMedTV library contains more detailed information on yohimbe and breastfeeding, and explains why many "natural" products are not necessarily safe to use.
Yohimbe is not considered safe for use in pregnant women. As this eMedTV resource explains, yohimbe may be toxic to the fetus and may cause the uterine muscles to relax. This page also covers what to do if you are using yohimbe and pregnancy occurs.
This eMedTV page explains that there is currently no standard yohimbe dosage, as dosing guidelines for supplements are not closely regulated. This page contains important yohimbe dosing information and explains how to find a reputable manufacturer.
Yohimbe can cause serious problems if it is combined with certain other medications. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at the medications that could cause yohimbe drug interactions, such as blood pressure drugs and certain antidepressants.
Yohimbe extract is often recommended for impotence and depression. This eMedTV Web page examines the supplement. Information includes whether in fact it works (and for what), safety issues, dosing, and more.
A yohimbe overdose may cause an irregular heart rhythm, memory loss, and anxiety. This article from the eMedTV library explains what you can likely expect from an overdose on yohimbe and discusses the possible treatment options that are available.
This eMedTV segment describes important yohimbe safety concerns, such as potential drug interactions and the possibility that this herb can make certain health conditions worse. This Web article also discusses who should not use yohimbe.
This eMedTV resource explains that if you experience serious yohimbe side effects (such as paralysis or an arrhythmia), make sure to seek immediate medical care. This page also describes some of the less serious side effects of yohimbe.
Yohimbe is an herbal supplement that is claimed to work as an aphrodisiac. This eMedTV resource describes other possible benefits of yohimbe and covers some potential side effects of the herbal remedy. Yohimbi a common misspelling of yohimbe.
Yohimbe is an herbal remedy that is claimed to help with sexual problems, as well as several other uses. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at yohimbe, including a description of possible side effects. Yohimbie is a common misspelling of yohimbe.
| Your Body During Pregnancy |
This video segment explains the parts of your body that are involved in pregnancy and a cesarean section.
| Your Body Postpartum |
This media clip explains in detail how your body will change postpartum -- after giving birth.
| Your Body's Cholesterol Gauge |
The body has a gauge to measure the total cholesterol in your blood. If you are healthy, the more cholesterol you eat, the less cholesterol your body will make. If you eat less cholesterol, your body will make more.
| Your Doctor is Recommending an EGD? |
This video clip explains what is involved in an EGD.
| Your Doctor Is Recommending Surgery |
This video clip explains why surgery is being recommended for your wrist fracture.
| Your Doctor Recommends Cardiac Catheterization |
This clip discusses cardiac catheterization: what it is and why your doctor recommends it.
| Your Doctor Recommends Cataract Surgery |
This video describes the symptoms that may indicate your need for cataract surgery.
| Your First Follow-up Appointment (Liver Donation Surgery) |
This video explains what to expect at your first follow-up appointment.
| Your Heart's Electrical Pathways |
This video clip gives a summary of your heart's electrical pathways.
| Your Rights as a Liver Donor |
This video clip discusses your rights as a liver donor.
Your rights as a liver donor guarantee that you are in control of your decision to participate. As this eMedTV article explains, you should not feel pressured by outside sources, and you can change your mind at any time.