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The best cure for plague is early treatment, as this eMedTV article explains. If a patient is diagnosed and treated early, there is an 85 percent chance of recovery. Since a vaccine is no longer available, prevention keeps the disease from spreading.
The only cure for polio is time; in most cases, the body is able to effectively kill the poliovirus. As this eMedTV Web page explains, polio prevention is available in the form of a vaccine. This page explains how prevention is the best "cure."
Cure for Restless Legs Syndrome
While there is no cure for restless legs syndrome (RLS), there are still things that can be done. This eMedTV segment offers suggestions, such as treating any underlying conditions and getting better quality sleep, for reducing symptoms of RLS.
As this eMedTV page explains, there is currently no cure for shingles. However, early treatment with antiviral drugs can reduce the length and severity of a shingles attack. This page talks about these antiviral drugs and the new shingles vaccine.
As this eMedTV segment explains, there is no cure for spina bifida. However, there are treatments that can prevent and manage complications. This article talks about these treatment options, which include surgery and ongoing medical care.
Despite marketing claims to the contrary, there is no cure for the common cold. As explained in this eMedTV article, claims have been made for zinc, vitamin C, and echinacea -- but none of these is the cure for the common cold.
In order to cure leprosy, doctors prescribe antibiotics that kill the bacteria responsible for the disease. This eMedTV article discusses the three most commonly used antibiotics and explains what happened to people prior to their development.
There are no cures for Down syndrome because the condition begins in the chromosomes. The information in this eMedTV page outlines current research investigating cures for Down syndrome, as well as more effective interventions and treatment options.
Cures for Giardia often consist of medications that treat the infection. As this eMedTV page explains, in addition to prescribed drugs, drinking plenty of fluids generally is successfully in treating cases of giardiasis.
This eMedTV article lists the most common antibiotics used as cures for leprosy: rifampin, dapsone, and clofazimine. It also explains the success rate with these drugs and what happened to people prior to their development.
There are no true cures for osteoporosis, as this eMedTV article explains. However, you can minimize your risk of developing the condition. This page describes ways to reduce your risk, including eating a healthy diet and quitting smoking.
| Current Treatments for Multiple Sclerosis |
Various treatments for multiple sclerosis are available, which this video describes.
There is a relationship between Cushing's and cortisol. As explained in this eMedTV segment, exposure to an excess of cortisol for an extended period can lead to Cushing's syndrome. This article discusses cortisol and Cushing's syndrome.
Cushing's disease is a hormonal disorder caused by a pituitary tumor resulting in an excess of cortisol. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Cushing's disease, including information about its symptoms, its diagnosis, and its treatment.
A Cushing's disease diagnosis often involves urine tests, imaging tests (such as MRIs), and blood tests. This eMedTV article outlines steps involved in diagnosing Cushing's disease, including information about petrosal sinus sampling and other tests.
Surgery, medication, and radiation therapy are common Cushing's disease treatment options. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at treatment for Cushing's disease, including information about second opinions, side effects, and clinical trials.
Cushing's syndrome is a rare disorder that occurs when the body produces excessive levels of cortisol. This eMedTV article discusses causes and symptoms of Cushing's syndrome, and explains how the disorder is diagnosed and treated.
In the case of Cushing's syndrome, causes of the disorder can include pituitary and adrenal tumors. This eMedTV resource describes possible causes of Cushing's syndrome, including glucocorticoid hormones and ectopic ACTH syndrome.