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As this eMedTV Web page explains, children under 12 months old should not be fed honey, due to the risk of botulism. This article addresses the risk that honey presents to infants and explains how common it is for botulism to be transmitted this way.
Botulism transmission does not occur from one person to another. It occurs when the toxin-producing spores are ingested. This page on the eMedTV website describes how botulism transmission occurs in infants, wounds, and food.
Key aspects of botulism treatment include careful observation and supportive care in a hospital. As this eMedTV article explains, an injection of botulism antitoxin -- if the disease is caught early enough -- may also be used for botulism treatment.
There are three main botulism types: foodborne botulism, wound botulism, and infant botulism. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes these botulism types in detail and also provides information about what is known as "bioterror botulism."
Botulism is a serious illness caused by toxins produced by a certain bacterium. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how this disease affects people and lists some of its early symptoms. Botulisme is a common misspelling of botulism.
Bubonic plague is a disease that occurs in humans, rodents, and ectoparasites. As this eMedTV resource explains, it is contagious and often mimics the symptoms of other diseases. Boubonic plague is a common misspelling of bubonic plague.
It is possible for bowel injury after a c-section to occur; however, this is typically rare. This eMedTV article explains the possible types of injuries that can occur after this procedure, such as a perforation or burn, and how each one is treated.
Bowel Injury and Laparoscopic Surgery
Bowel injury during laparoscopic surgery occurs in about 3 out of every 1,000 surgeries. The information in this eMedTV article further describes bowel injury and laparoscopic surgery, what injuries can occur, why they occur, and treatment.
Bowel injury from laparoscopy comes in two forms (perforation injuries and burns). This eMedTV segment explains what you need to know about bowel injury and laparoscopy, including causes, treatment, and possible complications.
Bowel Injury and Tubal Ligation
There are two types of bowel injury that can occur during tubal ligation -- perforation and burn. This eMedTV Web resource offers in-depth information on bowel injury and tubal ligation, including possible treatments.
Bowel Injury During a Myomectomy
Bowel injury during a myectomy is a rare but possible complication of the surgery. This eMedTV Web page describes the two types of bowel injuries (perforation and thermal), treatment options, and how often these injuries occur.
Bowel Injury From a Laparoscopy for Endometriosis
During a laparoscopy for endometriosis, a bowel injury can occur due to a burn or a hole in the intestines. This eMedTV page describes what to expect in terms of complications and treatment if you have a bowel injury resulting from this procedure.
Bowel Obstruction With Liver Donation Surgery
A bowel obstruction with liver donation surgery may occur -- sometimes even years later. As this eMedTV article explains, people who have major abdominal surgery, such as liver donation, have a small chance of developing a blockage in the intestines.
Bowel Perforation During Colonoscopy
A bowel perforation during colonoscopy is rare and only occurs in 1 out of 1,700 procedures. This part of the eMedTV site explains the odds of having a bowel perforation during colonoscopy and describes the potential complications that can occur.
The process of cleaning out your bowels before a colonoscopy is called a bowel prep. This eMedTV segment describes the steps involved in this procedure, including which medicines are often used and what to expect after taking the drugs.
Bowel Prep Using Fleets Phospho-Soda
There are a few ways to do a bowel prep; using Fleets Phospho-Soda is a popular method. As this eMedTV article explains, using Fleets Phospho-Soda (a laxative) involves taking the drug in 2 separate doses, accompanied by lots of water.
BPH stands for benign prostatic hyperplasia and refers to an enlargement of the prostate gland. This eMedTV article discusses this condition in detail, including possible symptoms, treatment options, and relevant statistics.
As this eMedTV article explains, your doctor is able to make a benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) diagnosis based on your symptoms, physical exam, and results of certain tests (such as a digital rectal exam). This page discusses the tests in detail.
There are several forms of BPH surgery, including minimally-invasive surgeries like TUNA and TUMT. This eMedTV article also covers the potential risks and benefits of other types of BPH surgery, like TURP, TUIP, open prostatectomy, and laser surgery.
As this eMedTV article explains, most BPH symptoms involve changes or problems with urination, such as frequent urination or a weak urine stream. This page outlines common symptoms of this condition, as well as some potential complications.
Treatment options for BPH can range from watchful waiting to drug therapy to surgery. This section of the eMedTV library explores the various medications that can be used for BPH treatment, as well as the potential risks and benefits of surgery.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains that Braxton Hicks contractions are the body's way of preparing for true labor. This page also explains how to ease these contractions. Brackston hicks is a common misspelling of Braxton Hicks contractions.
| Bradyarrhythmia - Slow Heart Rhythm |
This interactive video clip provides an overview of bradyarrhythmia, including what it is and complications.
| Bradyarrhythmia - Slow Heart Rhythm Overview |
Sometimes, things go wrong in the heart's electrical pathways, which causes the electrical pathway to slow. This is called bradyarrhythmia, and this video clip offers an overview of the problem.
A serious disease, brain cancer is characterized by cancerous cell growth in the skull. This selection from the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at cancer of the brain, including information on symptoms, grades, and treatment options.
Treatment for brain cancer (and chemotherapy is used quite often) consists of drugs that affect cells throughout the body. This eMedTV page explains the relationship between brain cancer and chemotherapy, including how the drugs kill cancer cells.
Brain cancer in adults occurs when cancer cells begin to grow in the tissues of the brain. This section of the eMedTV library offers a thorough explanation of the condition, including grades, symptoms, and treatment methods.
Brain cancer prevention does not guarantee that someone will not get the disease, but it can decrease the risk. This section of the eMedTV website looks at avoiding risk factors as part of brain cancer prevention.
Various factors affect a person's brain cancer prognosis (the probable course and outcome of the disease). This eMedTV page lists these factors (such as the cancer stage) and reminds that a brain cancer prognosis is a prediction, not an absolute.
Compiling a list of brain cancer questions prior to meeting with a doctor can be beneficial in discovering more about your condition. This eMedTV page offers lists of possible brain cancer questions on diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and more.
Brain Cancer Radiation Treatment
Brain cancer radiation treatment (such as hyperfractionation) directs high-energy rays at tumor cells to destroy them. This section of the eMedTV website explains brain cancer radiation treatment methods in detail, including possible side effects.
This eMedTV segment discusses the current focus of brain cancer research. For example, research studies are exploring new treatment methods, schedules, and drug combinations. Clinical trials also play a role in learning more about brain cancer.
If your doctor recommends brain cancer screening, this does not mean he or she thinks you have cancer. As this eMedTV article explains, brain cancer screening is used to test people for early stages of brain cancer before there are any symptoms.
According to brain cancer statistics from the American Cancer Society, 18,500 people would be diagnosed with brain cancer in 2005. This eMedTV webpage includes more brain cancer statistics on prevalence, survival rates, and more.
Brain cancer support groups can be a valuable resource for people living with the condition. This portion of the eMedTV library highlights the benefits of brain cancer support groups and offers tips for locating one in your area.
This eMedTV article explains the process by which brain cancer surgery is carried out. After brain cancer surgery, patients may feel tired, uncomfortable, or have changes in mood or personality; these tend to disappear over time.
A brain cancer survival rate can only estimate what will happen to any given patient because it is based on large groups of people. This eMedTV article describes factors that affect brain cancer survival rate, such as type and location of tumor.
As this eMedTV segment explains, treating brain cancer may involve several steps, such as surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. This article discusses these treatment options in detail, including side effects and healthcare providers involved.
Brain stem glioma (a tumor in the tissues of the brain stem) is the most common type of childhood cancer. This eMedTV resource discusses this medical condition in detail, with information on symptoms, treatment options, prognosis, and more.
Cerebrospinal fluid diversion, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are all used in brain stem glioma treatment. This eMedTV article provides information on these methods, as well as on factors that affect brain stem glioma treatment.
Brain Stem Glioma Treatment by Type
This eMedTV article offers an in-depth explanation of brain stem glioma treatment by type. Methods used in brain stem glioma treatment by type include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, or a combination of these.
This eMedTV page explains the procedure doctors use when making a brain tumor diagnosis. For example, a physical exam, questions about the patient's medical history, and tests such as a CT scan are often used to make a brain tumor diagnosis.
This eMedTV page looks at possible signs of a brain tumor. Early symptoms may be vague, and can include headaches. Because these are common, it should not be concluded it's a brain tumor; early symptoms like these are also common in other conditions.
Symptoms of a brain tumor typically occur when the tumor presses on a nerve or damages a certain area of the brain. This page from the eMedTV Web site provides an in-depth explanation of brain tumor symptoms, such as headaches, visual changes, and nausea.
Brain tumor symptoms, such as dizziness and memory problems, may be caused by a tumor pressing on a nerve. This eMedTV segment examines possible brain tumor symptoms in detail. Brain tumor symptons is a common misspelling of brain tumor symptoms.
Common brain tumor symptoms include dizziness, headaches, and problems with memory. This page of the eMedTV website explains possible brain tumor symptoms in more detail. Brain tumor symtoms is a common misspelling of brain tumor symptoms.
Brain tumors don't just occur in adults; children can have them, too. This eMedTV article discusses children and brain tumors in more detail, including types and grades, symptoms, and treatment options.
The size and location of a tumor affect whether a person experiences brain tumor symptoms. This eMedTV article lists possible symptoms, such as headaches and nausea. Brain tumour symptoms is a common alternate spelling of brain tumor symptoms.
Brovana is a medication that can be prescribed for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This eMedTV resource explains how Brovana is used and lists side effects that may occur with the drug. Bravana is a common misspelling of Brovana.
As this eMedTV page explains, the cause of Braxton Hicks contractions are irregular spasms of the uterus that occur in the last months of pregnancy. These Braxton Hicks causes are the body's way of practicing for the actual delivery of the baby.
Braxton Hicks are a sign that your body is preparing for childbirth, not a sign of actual labor. This eMedTV article explains Braxton Hicks contractions and offers suggestions for alleviating them.
Aspects of breast anatomy include the fact that the breasts are made up of lobes and ducts. This eMedTV segment discusses the anatomy of this part of the body, including information about the lymphatic system and its role within the body.
When abnormal cell growth occurs in the breast, this results in breast cancer. This eMedTV article discusses breast cancer in detail and provides information about risk factors, staging, treatment options, and the possibility of recurrence.
Breast Cancer Alternative Treatment
This eMedTV page lists various alternative breast cancer treatments and offers questions to ask your doctor before beginning any alternative therapy. This page also emphasizes that alternative treatment should never take the place of medical treatment.
Breast Cancer and Antiperspirants
No research has yet proven that there is a link between antiperspirants and breast cancer. As this eMedTV segment explains, two studies even had conflicting results. This page takes an in-depth look at studies done in 2002, 2003, and 2004.
Concern regarding breast cancer and genetics is understandable, but family history is not the only reason people get cancer. This part of the eMedTV library provides an in-depth look at the link between breast cancer and genetics.
Women have special concerns regarding breast cancer, and pregnancy can make detection and treatment difficult. This eMedTV article discusses breast cancer and pregnancy in detail, including how pregnancy can affect prognosis and treatment.
In the majority of cases, the breast cancer causes are not known. As this eMedTV article explains, there are certain factors (such as dense breast tissue) that, while not breast cancer causes, do increase the chances of developing the disease.
Tests used in making a breast cancer diagnosis include mammograms, MRI tests, and fine-needle aspiration. This eMedTV Web segment discusses these and other tests in detail and explains how they relate to a person's treatment plan.
Breast Cancer Emotional Health
When dealing with breast cancer, emotional health is an important consideration. This eMedTV segment addresses the emotional problems caused by breast cancer. Emotional health can be bolstered by support groups, therapy, or friends and family.
Breast cancer followup care is an important part of the overall breast cancer treatment plan. This eMedTV resource explains various aspects of breast cancer followup, such as regular checkups, and discusses support groups for those with the disease.
Alterations in a so-called breast cancer gene may increase the risk of cancer. However, as this eMedTV article explains, they do not cause the disease in and of themselves. This article discusses this gene in more detail and links to more information.
Breast Cancer Hormone Treatment
Your doctor may recommend breast cancer hormone treatment if your tumor depends on natural hormones to grow. This page of the eMedTV library explains the types of breast cancer hormone treatment, including possible side effects (such as hot flashes).
Breast Cancer Implant Information
Women considering reconstruction surgery need accurate, reliable breast cancer implant information. This eMedTV article provides breast cancer implant information, including information about possible risks associated with breast implants.
It is rare for men to acquire breast cancer. This eMedTV page explains that there were an estimated 1,690 new cases of breast cancer in men in the United States in 2005. This article also describes how the disease is quite similar between men and women.
Knowing a few key pieces of breast cancer information can help you take a proactive role in your healthcare. This eMedTV resource contains information regarding this disease and its risk factors, prognosis, and recurrence.
Eating right can be challenging during and after breast cancer treatment. As this eMedTV page explains, healthy eating is a special concern for people battling this disease. This article discusses breast cancer, nutrition, and the benefits of exercise.
This eMedTV page explores the options for treating pain related to breast cancer. As this article explains, treatment may involve medications, alternative treatments, or other options. This resource also explains why it's important to seek help for pain.
By being aware of the risk factors for breast cancer, you may be able to prevent it. As this eMedTV article explains, breast cancer prevention may involve lifestyle changes (such as exercising more), medications (such as tamoxifen), or surgery.
As this eMedTV segment explains, a prognosis for breast cancer will be based on research and statistics, but it's impossible to predict the outcome of an individual case. This article examines the factors that influence a person's prognosis.
It's important to ask breast cancer questions about your diagnosis, treatment options, and what to expect. This page of the eMedTV archives provides lists of breast cancer questions you may want to ask your doctors.
As this eMedTV selection explains, radiation therapy may be given before or after (or even in place of) breast cancer surgery. This article explains how radiation is administered and discusses side effects associated with the treatment.
As this eMedTV segment explains, reconstructive breast cancer surgery is a viable option for many women -- either during a mastectomy or later. This article covers reconstruction in detail and provides a list of questions you can ask your doctor.
Scientists involved in breast cancer research are looking for new ways to prevent, detect, and treat it. This eMedTV article discusses various research areas in detail, such as studies examining the use of raloxifene to prevent breast cancer.
As this eMedTV article explains, several risk factors can increase a woman's chances of getting breast cancer. Risk factors include having a family history or personal history of the disease and being overweight or obese after menopause.
Common breast cancer screening tools include mammograms, breast examinations, and ultrasound tests. This eMedTV resource discusses these tools in detail, including information on the benefits and risks associated with screening.
In women with breast cancer, stages are used to describe the extent of the disease. This eMedTV segment discusses the characteristics of each of these stages, which include stages 0 through 4 and recurrent cases of breast cancer.
More than 2 million women alive today have been diagnosed with breast cancer. This eMedTV article contains an in-depth collection of breast cancer statistics, such as mortality rates, survival rates, and age-at-diagnosis data.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, supportive resources for breast cancer may include support groups, the healthcare team, and other counselors. This article looks at the benefits that support groups offer for people who are coping with the disease.
Most women considering surgery for breast cancer can elect to have breast-sparing surgery or a mastectomy. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at the various surgical options and includes a list of questions to ask.
The overall 5-year relative breast cancer survival rate for 1995-2002 was 88.5 percent. This eMedTV resource describes how the survival rate is calculated and provides statistics about survival rates, based on the stage of breast cancer.
As this eMedTV resource explains, breast cancer symptoms include changes in the look, feel, size, and shape of the breast; however, many women with the disease do not experience early signs and symptoms -- that's why screening is so important.
Current treatments for breast cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy. This eMedTV article discusses breast cancer treatment in detail and provides links to other several other articles about breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Treatment by Stage
Breast cancer treatment by stage is dependent on the tumor, whether it has spread, and other factors. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at breast cancer treatment by stage, from stage 0 through stage IV, and discusses recurrent cancer.
No one doctor can handle all aspects of cancer care, so a breast cancer treatment team is necessary. This eMedTV article lists the types of specialists who may be on your breast cancer treatment team and explains what each contributes to your care.
As this eMedTV article explains, the main types of breast cancer are invasive and non-invasive. This Web page discusses how your healthcare provider will determine which type you have, and also discusses the secondary types of the disease.
This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of breast cancer -- a condition in which abnormal cell growth occurs in the breast. A few risk factors are listed, as are symptoms and treatment options. Breast canser is a common misspelling of breast cancer.
Breast cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that occurs on the breast. As this eMedTV article explains, skin affected by cellulitis will commonly be red, swollen, and warm and painful to the touch. Breast cellulitis is treated with antibiotics.
Breast cancer is a disease in which abnormal cell growth starts in the breast. This eMedTV resource briefly describes this cancer and provides a link to more in-depth information. Breat cancer is a common misspelling of breast cancer.
Breast cancer research is aimed at finding new ways to detect, diagnose, and treat the disease. This eMedTV page explains the benefits of participating in breast cancer research. Breat cancer research is a common misspelling of breast cancer research.
Breast cancer is a serious disease in which cancerous cells first form in the breast. This eMedTV Web page provides a brief overview of the condition along with a link to additional information. Brest cancer is a common misspelling of breast cancer.
Each year, more than 200,000 American women learn that they have breast cancer. This part of the eMedTV library takes a look at breast cancer and includes a link to more detailed information. Brest canser is a common misspelling of breast cancer.
Brethine is a prescription medicine that is used for treating asthma and emphysema. This eMedTV article explains how Brethine works to improve symptoms, describes the effects of the medication, and offers general warnings and precautions for the drug.
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