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TB Skin Test

Latent tuberculosis can be detected using a TB skin test. This article on the eMedTV Web site explains the test in more detail, including information about the injection process, reading the results, and who should take the test.

TB Test

Taking a TB test is the most efficient way to detect latent tuberculosis. As explained in this eMedTV article, the most common methods for diagnosing tuberculosis are the TB blood test and the TB skin test. This page discusses each method in detail.

Tdap

Tdap is a diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine used as a booster for adults and adolescents. This eMedTV Web page describes how the vaccine works, explains how often it is given, and offers general warnings and precautions for this product.

Teen Depression

Due to the developmental issues teens face, teen depression is a different illness than adult depression. This eMedTV segment offers an overview of the condition, noting in particular its causes, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.

Teething

Teething is part of the growing process in which your baby's first teeth come in (and may cause pain). This eMedTV article describes this process in more detail, lists pain relief remedies, and explains when babies typically go through this stage.

Tegaserod

Tegaserod is used to treat chronic idiopathic constipation and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of the prescription drug, noting in particular its effects, strengths, and dosing guidelines.

Tegretol

Tegretol is a prescription drug that is used to treat certain types of seizures and trigeminal neuralgia. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at the drug, including information on how it works, dosing information, and possible side effects.

Tekturna

Tekturna is a prescription drug licensed to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web article provides a complete overview of Tekturna, including information on how this medication works, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.

Tekturna HCT

Tekturna HCT is a prescription medicine licensed to treat high blood pressure. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an overview of the drug, including information on how it works, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.

Telmisartan

Telmisartan is a prescription drug often used for the treatment of high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page explains how the medication works, describes its effects, and lists potential side effects that may occur, among other things.

Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide

Telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide is a combination medicine that is licensed to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works and also discusses its effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.

Temazepam

Temazepam is a drug that is used to treat insomnia. This page from the eMedTV Web site gives a complete overview of the drug, including a description of how it works, suggestions on when and how to take your dose, and a list of possible side effects.

Temporal Arteritis

Temporal arteritis is characterized by swelling in the arteries of the head, neck, and arms. This eMedTV article discusses this condition in detail and explains how it may be related to aging and the importance of quick treatment.

Temporal Artery Biopsy

As this eMedTV article explains, a temporal artery biopsy is a procedure in which a small piece of tissue is removed from the artery and examined for signs of inflammation. This article explains the procedure in detail.

Tenofovir

Tenofovir is a medication commonly used in HIV "cocktails" for the treatment of HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV Web page describes how the drug works, explains what you should know before starting treatment, and offers dosing information for the product.

Tenormin

Tenormin is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and angina, among other conditions. This eMedTV segment discusses how the drug works, how and when to take it, possible side effects, available strengths, and more.

Tension Headache

Tension headaches are generally triggered by stressful situations. As this eMedTV page explains, they are characterized by the contraction of neck and face muscles. This page further discusses these headaches, their causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Tenuate

Tenuate is a medication that can be prescribed as a short-term weight loss aid. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes how Tenuate works and offers more details on the medicine's dosing information, effects, and possible side effects.

Terbinafine

Terbinafine is commonly prescribed to treat both fingernail and toenail fungus. This segment of the eMedTV library explains how the drug works and offers an in-depth look at its uses, effects, dosage information, and possible side effects.

Terbutaline

Terbutaline is a prescription medicine that is used for treating emphysema and asthma. This page on the eMedTV Web site describes the effects of terbutaline, explains when and how to take the medication, and offers dosing information for the drug.

Teriparatide

Teriparatide is a prescription medicine approved for treating osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women. This eMedTV segment offers detailed dosing information for the drug, explains how it works, and lists possible side effects.

Testes

Testicular cancer sometimes can be detected when performing a monthly self-exam. This eMedTV resource explains how to perform a testicular cancer check on yourself and discusses tests doctors use to diagnose the disease.