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As explained in this eMedTV article, infection with a parasite from the genus Plasmodium is what causes malaria. Causes of transmission of the disease most commonly involve bites from Anopheles mosquitoes, which may carry the parasite.
When the disease is treated early enough, there is medication that may be used as a malaria cure. This eMedTV segment identifies medicines that can be used to cure malaria, including chloroquine, mefloquine, and quinine.
The best test for malaria diagnosis is called a blood smear. This eMedTV Web page explains how a doctor diagnoses malaria, which also often involves asking the patient questions, performing a physical exam, and ruling out other conditions.
Typically, the malaria incubation period ranges from 10 days to four weeks in duration. However, as this eMedTV segment explains, this time between infection with malaria parasites and the onset of symptoms may range from seven days to several years.
In cases of malaria, symptoms commonly include such things as fever, chills, nausea, and diarrhea. This eMedTV article discusses mild and severe symptoms of malaria, which can include kidney failure, coma, and severe anemia.
In most cases of malaria, transmission occurs through a mosquito bite. This section of the eMedTV library explains how transmission of malaria takes place, including information about the incubation period for the disease.
For people with malaria, treatment involves medications such as quinine. This section of the eMedTV archives identifies medications used to treat malaria (such as chloroquine and mefloquine) and lists factors that can affect treatment of the disease.
There is not yet a malaria vaccine approved for humans. This eMedTV article examines the challenges inherent in developing an effective vaccine for malaria, while explaining the importance of such a vaccine in eventually controlling the disease.
Infection with a parasite from the genus Plasmodium -- not a malaria virus -- causes malaria. This eMedTV article provides a definition of the term parasite and discusses the four species of Plasmodium that cause malaria among humans.
Male anorexia is not much different from the condition in females. As this page of the eMedTV library explains, people with male anorexia suffer from the same problems and the same treatment methods are often applied.
Male breast cancer makes up less than 1 percent of all breast cancer cases. This eMedTV article explores causes, risk factors, stages, and prognosis information for male breast cancer, which caused an estimated 460 deaths in the US in 2005.
Male breast cancer treatment options are similar to those for women, and include surgery and various therapies. This eMedTV article explains male breast cancer treatment options in detail, including chemotherapy and adjuvant therapy.
Male breast cancer types include ductal carcinoma in situ and infiltrating ductal carcinoma. This eMedTV segment identifies the various male breast cancer types, such as inflammatory breast cancer and Paget's disease of the nipple.
As this eMedTV article explains, an estimated 5 to 35 percent of people with eating disorders are male, and they experience many of the same problems as females. This part of the Web site discusses male eating disorders in detail.
Male incontinence is a medical problem that occurs if the bladder muscles contract, or the muscles surrounding the urethra relax, without warning. This eMedTV article discusses male incontinence and links to other articles about urinary incontinence.
Incontinence is a medical problem, and it is important that you get male incontinence treatment. This eMedTV article discusses the different options for treating incontinence in men.
Males and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Males and fetal alcohol syndrome are not generally linked, but are indirectly related. This eMedTV page explains the relationship in more detail and offers tips on preventing the condition.
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma
Malignant fibrous histiocytoma is a rare condition in which a tumor develops in the soft tissue or bone. This eMedTV article offers an overview of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, with information about its symptoms, its treatment options, and more.
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Diagnosis
To help make a malignant fibrous histiocytoma diagnosis, doctors may use MRI scans, x-rays, and bone scans. This eMedTV resource describes the steps involved in diagnosing malignant fibrous histiocytoma.
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Information
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Prognosis
Factors affecting the malignant fibrous histiocytoma prognosis include the location and size of the tumor. This eMedTV article highlights other factors that may have an impact on the prognosis for people with malignant fibrous histiocytoma.
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Symptoms
In the case of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, symptoms may include an enlarging, painless mass. This eMedTV Web page describes other common symptoms of malignant fibrous histiocytoma, such as bone fracture, fever, and weight loss.
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma Treatment
For people with malignant fibrous histiocytoma, treatment may involve chemotherapy and surgery. This eMedTV resource discusses factors that affect treatment of malignant fibrous histiocytoma.
Malignant melanoma, as this eMedTV resource explains, is a type of cancer affecting pigment cells -- primarily those found in the skin. Risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options associated with the condition are also discussed in this article.
Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that most often affects the pleura, the thin layer of tissue covering the lungs. As this eMedTV segment explains, malignant mesothelioma is often the result of exposure to asbestos.
Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the thin layer of tissue that covers the lungs. This eMedTV article discusses malignant pleural mesothelioma, including information about its risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis.
Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Managing diabetes includes eating healthy foods, being active every day, and monitoring your blood glucose levels. This eMedTV resource provides additional tips for managing diabetes and reducing your risk for things like stroke and kidney failure.
Diet and lifestyle changes, medication, and surgery are the main treatment options for managing GERD. This eMedTV resource provides a link to the full eMedTV article with more information on the topic.
Manic depression is a legitimate, long-term illness that requires management throughout a person's life. This eMedTV article briefly describes the condition and links to more information. Manic depresion is a common misspelling of manic depression.
People suffering from manic depression experience radical shifts in mood, energy, and ability to function. This eMedTV resource discusses the cycles associated with the condition, including symptoms of manic episodes and depression episodes.
Manic depression symptoms, while covering a range of emotions, are characterized by dramatic mood swings. This eMedTV resource explains the symptoms of manic depression in more detail, including how they can be mistaken for other problems.
Maprotiline is a medication that can be prescribed to treat depression and anxiety related to depression. This eMedTV page explains how maprotiline works and lists possible side effects of the drug. Maprotilene is a common misspelling of maprotiline.
Maprotiline is a prescription medicine that is licensed for treating depression. This eMedTV Web page discusses maprotiline uses in more detail, explains how the medication works, and describes possible side effects that may occur.
Common maprotiline alternatives may include other antidepressants or various therapy programs. This eMedTV page lists medication alternatives to maprotiline and describes electroconvulsive therapy, natural therapies, and psychotherapy in more detail.
Breastfeeding women who are taking maprotiline may pass the drug to the nursing child through breast milk. This eMedTV segment explains the importance of talking to your doctor about maprotiline and breastfeeding.
Dry mouth is a side effect that has been reported in up to 22 percent of people taking maprotiline. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on maprotiline and dry mouth, including a list of tips for dry mouth relief.
Using maprotiline during pregnancy doesn't appear to pose health risks to the unborn child. This eMedTV article discusses maprotiline and pregnancy in more detail and explains the clinical findings on using the drug in pregnant animals.
People taking antidepressants like maprotiline may experience suicidal thoughts or behavior. This eMedTV article discusses clinical findings on maprotiline and suicide, and explains who may be at a higher risk for developing suicidal behavior.
Weight gain is a side effect that may occur with the use of maprotiline. This part of the eMedTV library offers more information on maprotiline and weight gain, and explains what your doctor may recommend if weight gain occurs.
The recommended starting dose of maprotiline is 75 mg daily, taken all at once or in several smaller doses. This eMedTV article also offers maprotiline dosing recommendations for elderly people who are being treated for depression.
Symptoms of a maprotiline overdose may include drowsiness, rapid heart rate, or high fever. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible signs of a maprotiline overdose and describes treatment options that are available.
Maprotiline Sexual Side Effects
Impotence and changes in libido are sexual side effects that have been reported with maprotiline. This eMedTV resource explains what treatments your healthcare provider may recommend if you develop maprotiline sexual side effects.
Maraviroc is a prescription drug that is licensed for treating HIV and AIDS. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains how maraviroc works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing tips and precautions.
For adults who are not taking any other medicines, the recommended maraviroc dose is 300 mg twice daily. This eMedTV resource also offers maraviroc dosing guidelines for adults who are taking other medications and provides tips for taking the drug.
This eMedTV segment looks at maraviroc, a medicine used for treating HIV and AIDS. Drug information includes warnings, precautions, side effects, and drug interactions.
Marfan syndrome is an inheritable condition that affects the body's connective tissues. This eMedTV article provides a brief overview of this condition. Marfan sydrome is a common misspelling of Marfan syndrome.
Marfan syndrome is an inheritable condition that affects the body's connective tissues. This eMedTV segment provides information about Marfan syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis.
Marfan Syndrome and the Skeletal System
Arms, legs, fingers, and toes may be disproportionately long in people with Marfan syndrome. This eMedTV article provides more information on these characteristics and describes the link between Marfan syndrome and the skeletal system.
As this eMedTV article explains, a doctor will make a Marfan syndrome diagnosis based on the patient's medical history, physical exam, and test results. This part of the Web site talks about the specific criteria used for diagnosing Marfan syndrome.
With an early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, the Marfan syndrome prognosis is good. This portion of the eMedTV site describes the Marfan syndrome prognosis in detail and describes the effects of current research on Marfan syndrome.
As this eMedTV article explains, a current area of Marfan syndrome research focuses on finding ways to treat the complications that arise in people with the disorder. This Web page describes this and other areas of Marfan syndrome research.
Marfan syndrome treatment can range from regular eye exams to medication to surgery. This eMedTV resource discusses several things, such as regular checkups with your doctor, that can help minimize and prevent complications of Marfan syndrome.
Marplan is a medication that is prescribed to treat depression when other antidepressants have failed. This eMedTV page explains why doctors hesitate to prescribe Marplan and provides information about how the drug works and its possible side effects.