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Info on Cholera - Information on High Cholesterol
This page contains links to eMedTV Articles containing information on subjects from Info on Cholera to Information on High Cholesterol. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.
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Info on Cholera

Info on Diabetes

Info on Dry Macular Degeneration

Info on Eating Disorders

Info on Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, and Tenofovir

This eMedTV Web page examines efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir, a medicine used for treating HIV/AIDS. Information includes interactions, side effects, warnings, and interactions.

Info on Estradiol Vaginal Tablets

This eMedTV Web page discusses estradiol vaginal tablets. Information includes its possible side effects, warnings, drug interactions, dosing, and uses.

Info on Hepatitis A

Info on Mitral Valve Replacement

Info on Ogen Vaginal Cream

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses Ogen Vaginal Cream. Information includes possible side effects, warnings, dosing, drug interactions, and uses.

Info on Olopatadine Nasal Spray

On this eMedTV Web page, olopatadine nasal spray is discussed. Information includes its possible uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and drug interactions.

Info on Orally Disintegrating Carbidopa-Levodopa

On this eMedTV Web page, the drug orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa is discussed. Information includes its possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, dosing, and uses.

Info on Peyronie's Disease

Info on Rheumatoid Arthritis

Info on Schizophrenia

Info on Scoliosis

Info on Sumatriptan/Naproxen Sodium

On this eMedTV Web segment, the drug sumatriptan/naproxen sodium is discussed. Information includes its possible drug interactions, uses, dosing, side effects, and warnings.

Info on Yeast Infections

Información Sobre la Recuperación a Largo Plazo

Información Sobre la Recuperación a Largo Plazo

Information About Albuterol Syrup

Albuterol syrup is prescribed to treat airway spasms, which are associated with lung problems like asthma. This eMedTV Web page offers some helpful information about albuterol syrup, including details on side effects and what to discuss with your doctor.

Information About Alopecia Areata

Alopecia is an autoimmune condition that is often characterized by hair loss. This part of the eMedTV site offers more information, explaining some of the treatments for alopecia areata and providing a link to a more in-depth discussion.

Information About Asthma

This eMedTV resource provides some basic information about asthma, a condition characterized by wheezing and difficulty breathing. This segment also addresses the typical components of a person's treatment and links to a more detailed article.

Information About Autism

This portion of the eMedTV Web site tells you what you need to know about autism, including information on the most common symptoms, when it is typically diagnosed, and more. Also included is a link to more information.

Information About Barrett's Esophagus

Are you looking for information about Barrett's esophagus? This eMedTV article describes the identifying characteristic of this condition and presents some statistics on its prevalence and who it affects. A link to more information is also included.

Information About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

If you are looking for information about carpal tunnel syndrome, this eMedTV article is a good place to start. It describes what carpal tunnel syndrome is, lists the most common symptoms, and discusses the treatment options that are available.

Information About Chickenpox

Information About Collin Cancer

This eMedTV resource offers a brief overview of the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of colon cancer, a disease in which cancerous cells originate in the colon. Information about collin cancer is a common misspelling and variation of colon cancer.

Information About Crohn's Disease

Characterized by inflammation along the digestive tract, Crohn's disease often results in chronic diarrhea. This eMedTV article gives a brief description of Crohn's disease, with information on possible causes of this inflammatory bowel disease.

Information about Diabetes Insipidus

Information About Ectopic Pregnancy

Information About Genital Warts

Information About GERD

Information about Gestational Diabetes

Information About HPV

Information About Hydrocephalus

Information About Interstitial Cystitis

Information About Manic Depression

Information About Morphine

As this eMedTV segment discusses, morphine is a component used in many prescription pain medications. This page offers an overview of important information about morphine, including general precautions and potential side effects of the medication.

Information about MS

Information About Nolvadex

Information About Obesity

Information about OCD

Information About Osteopenia

Information About Perphenazine

Information about Preeclampsia

Information About Prolixin

Information about Raynaud's

Information about Rheumatoid Arthritis

Information about Rhinophyma

Information About RLS

Information About Scleroderma

Information About Simcor

Simcor is a medication that is available by prescription to treat high cholesterol or triglycerides. This eMedTV page provides more information about Simcor, including details on the drug's effects and a list of potential side effects of the medicine.

Information About Skin

Information About Spider Veins

Information about Tourette Syndrome

Information About Triamterene-HCTZ

Information About Varicose Veins

Information on Acetaminophen Suppositories

Acetaminophen suppositories are useful when a person cannot take this medication by mouth. This eMedTV article gives an overview of acetaminophen suppositories, with information on how often they are taken. A link to more information is also included.

Information on ADD

Are you looking for information on ADD? This page of the eMedTV archives presents a list of common symptoms, describes the complications this condition may lead to, and includes a link to a full-length article on this topic.

Information on Afinitor

This eMedTV page explores some information on Afinitor, a drug prescribed to treat certain types of cancer and tumors. This article also explains how this drug works to slow down the progression of the cancer and why it may not be safe for some people.

Information on Albuterol Tablets

Are you looking for information on albuterol tablets? This eMedTV Web selection gives a basic overview of this oral medication, listing the available strengths and going over some of the things to discuss with your doctor before starting treatment.

Information on Aliskiren-HCTZ

Aliskiren-HCTZ is a medicine prescribed to control high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web segment discusses the drug, including possible drug interactions, warnings, side effects, dosing, and uses.

Information on Ambien CR

Are you looking for information on Ambien CR? This eMedTV article presents a brief overview of this insomnia medicine, including when it should be taken for maximum effectiveness and what to discuss with the healthcare provider prescribing it.

Information on Anorexia

This eMedTV article provides helpful information on anorexia, an eating disorder characterized by excessive weight loss and distorted body image. This page tells you what you need to know about what can trigger it, treatment options, and more.

Information on Antidepressants

Antidepressants can be used to treat depression, panic disorder, and other conditions. This eMedTV page explores antidepressants in more detail, with information on the various types and why it's important to work closely with your healthcare provider.

Information on Anxiety

When a person has an anxiety disorder, their symptoms are chronic and can grow progressively worse. This eMedTV article gives an overview of this condition, with information on possible symptoms, causes, treatment options, and more.

Information on Appendicitis

Information on Azulfidine EN-Tabs

Are you looking for information on Azulfidine EN-tabs? This eMedTV resource is a great place to start. It discusses the conditions this drug can treat, how they compare to the regular version, and what to tell the healthcare provider prescribing it.

Information on Bell's Palsy

This eMedTV page presents some basic information on Bell's palsy, a condition characterized by facial paralysis. This segment lists possible symptoms, describes how long they usually last, and includes a link to more detailed information on this topic.

Information on Binge Eating Disorder

This eMedTV Web page offers information on binge eating disorder, a condition in which someone eats excessive amounts of food, even when not hungry. This resource gives a brief overview of symptoms and statistics, and includes a link to learn more.

Information on Blood Pressure

Information on Breast Cancer

Information on Bromolin

As this eMedTV page explains, before using bromelain medicinally, it's important to review information on the supplement. This page also explains how the supplement works. Information on bromolin is a common misspelling of information on bromelain.

Information on Bulimia

As this eMedTV resource explains, bulimia is an eating disorder in which a person engages in repeated cycles of binging and purging. This article provides some basic information on this condition, including some of the most common bulimia symptoms.

Information on Byetta

As this eMedTV segment explains, Byetta is a prescription drug licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. This Web page provides some basic drug information on Byetta, such as how it works and what to discuss with your healthcare provider before using it.

Information on Carbidopa-Levodopa

This eMedTV Web segment discusses the prescription drug carbidopa-levodopa. Information includes its possible side effects, warnings, drug interactions, dosing, and uses.

Information on Carbidopa-Levodopa CR

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug carbidopa-levodopa extended-release. Information includes its possible warnings, drug interactions, side effects, uses, and dosing.

Information on Cardizem LA

This eMedTV Web presentation looks at Cardizem LA. Information includes dosing, uses, possible interactions, side effects, warnings, and precautions.

Information on Cataracts

As explained in this selection from the eMedTV site, a cataract is a vision problem that occurs when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy. This article features more cataract information, such as symptoms that commonly occur with this condition.

Information on Celiac Disease

This eMedTV article discusses celiac disease, a condition that can only be treated by avoiding certain foods. More information on celiac disease is covered in this article, such as possible symptoms and current theories on what causes it.

Information on Cellulitis

If you have cellulitis, your skin may become painful, red, and swollen. This eMedTV selection gives an overview of cellulitis, with information on risk factors, treatment options, and more. A link to more details is also provided.

Information on Children's Acetaminophen

Information on Cholera

Information on Chronic Fatigue

Information on Colon Cancer

Information on Colonoscopy

Information on Colorectal Cancer

Information on Congestive Heart Failure

As explained in this eMedTV selection, congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition marked by the weakening of the heart's ability to pump blood. This article gives a brief overview of congestive heart failure and provides a link to more information.

Information on COPD

This page of the eMedTV Web site takes a look at important information on COPD, a lung disease in which it is difficult to breathe. This page also describes possible symptoms of COPD and discusses ways to help prevent further damage to your lungs.

Information on Dementia

Are you looking for information on dementia? This selection from the eMedTV Web site gives a brief overview of this illness, discussing common symptoms and providing a link to more information on this topic.

Information on Diabetes

Information on Diabetic Retinopathy

Information on Diverticulitis

Information on Eating Disorders

Information on Efexor XL

This page on the eMedTV site describes Effexor XR, a prescription drug licensed to treat depression and anxiety disorders, and provides a link to more detailed information. Information on Efexor XL is a common variation and misspelling of Effexor XR.

Information on Emphysema

Information on Encephalitis

Information on Epilepsy

Information on Eskalith

Information on Estradiol Vaginal Cream

This eMedTV Web page discusses estradiol vaginal cream. Information includes its possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, uses, and dosing.

Information on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Information on Fibromyalgia

Information on Fifth Disease

Information on Food Intolerance

Information on Furosemide

Furosemide is a medicine often prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure and water retention. This eMedTV article offers more information on furosemide, including general dosing guidelines and an explanation of how the drug works.

Information on Gentile Warts

Genital warts are moist, soft, or flesh-colored swellings that are caused by the human papillomavirus. As this eMedTV Web page explains, genital warts are spread through sexual contact. Gentile warts is a common misspelling of genital warts.

Information on Gout

Information on Headaches

Information on Heart Disease

Information on Heart Murmurs

Information on Hemorrhoids

Information on High Blood Pressure

Information on High Cholesterol