eMedTV Health Topics A-Z

Trisomy 21

Mosaic trisomy 21, as this eMedTV segment explains, is a genetic variation that can cause Down syndrome. In mosaic trisomy 21, the extra chromosome 21 is present in only some of the cells, which means that associated physical problems can vary.

Trivora

Trivora is a generic birth control pill that is available by prescription only. This eMedTV resource describes how this form of contraceptive works, explains how and when to take the pill, and lists potential side effects that may occur with Trivora.

Trizivir

Trizivir is a prescription drug that is commonly used for the treatment of HIV or AIDS. This page on the eMedTV site describes how Trizivir works, offers dosing information for the medicine, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.

Trospium

Trospium is a medication that is commonly prescribed to treat an overactive bladder. This page from the eMedTV Web site provides a more in-depth look at the medication, including dosing information, effects, and potential side effects.

Trospium XR

A healthcare provider may prescribe trospium XR to treat an overactive bladder. This page from the eMedTV archives provides more information on trospium XR, including how the medication works, possible side effects, and tips on taking the drug.

Truvada

Truvada is drug that is often used in drug "cocktails" for the treatment of HIV and AIDS. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses the medication's effects, describes how it works, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.

Tryptophan

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that must be obtained through dietary means. This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses how tryptophan works and offers more information on its effectiveness, safety concerns, and potential side effects.

Tubal Ligation

Recent studies show that tubal ligation is over 99 percent effective at preventing future pregnancy. This eMedTV Web resource offers a detailed overview of this procedure, including how it is performed and possible complications.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic bacterial infection that may take at least six months to cure. This part of the eMedTV Web site describes the Tuberculosis Health Channel, which covers topics including TB symptoms, TB transmission, and more.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a type of chronic bacterial infection that generally affects the lungs. This segment of the eMedTV library explains how tuberculosis is spread through the air and also covers the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments of this disease.

Turmeric

Some people may use turmeric medicinally to help with depression and heartburn, among other conditions. This eMedTV article lists other turmeric uses, explores the effectiveness of the spice, and offers important safety warnings and precautions.

Turner Syndrome

Turner syndrome is characterized by complete or partial absence of one of the two X chromosomes. As this eMedTV page explains, it only affects females. This page further explores this syndrome and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Tykerb

Tykerb is a drug licensed to treat metastatic breast cancer that has not responded to other treatments. This eMedTV page describes the effects of Tykerb, explains what to know before taking the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Tylenol

Tylenol is a pain reliever and fever reducer that is available without a prescription. This eMedTV page explains how the medication works to relieve fever and inflammation, lists the various strengths available, and describes possible side effects.

Tylenol with Codeine

Tylenol with Codeine is a pain reliever available by prescription only. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of Tylenol with Codeine, explains how the drug works, lists side effects that may occur, and offers dosing information for the medicine.

Tylox

Tylox is a medication that can be prescribed to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. This page from the eMedTV library explains how this combination drug works, discusses its abuse potential, and lists common side effects of the medicine.

Type 1 Diabetes

People with type 1 diabetes have increased blood glucose levels due to an absence of insulin. This eMedTV page provides an in-depth look at this autoimmune disease and explains how people with type 1 diabetes must take daily injections of insulin.

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes occurs when blood levels of glucose are too high. This selection from the eMedTV Web library takes an in-depth look at this condition, including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and more.

Typhoid Fever

Typhoid fever is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. This eMedTV article provides an overview of the disease, including information about transmission, diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis.

Typhoid Vaccine

The typhoid vaccine can offer protection from a life-threatening illness, but it is not for everyone. This eMedTV article discusses the two types of vaccine that are available and explains who should get vaccinated and who should not.

Tyrosine

Tyrosine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is also available in supplement form. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed overview of tyrosine, including information on its safety and effectiveness, possible side effects, and more.

Ulcerative Colitis

Often causing diarrhea and other problems, ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. This eMedTV selection offers an in-depth look at ulcerative colitis, including its symptoms, causes, treatment options, and more.

Uloric

Uloric is a prescribed drug used to prevent gout attacks by reducing uric acid levels in the body. This eMedTV Web article describes how the medicine works, offers dosing information, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.

Ultracet

Ultracet is a prescription medicine licensed to treat short-term pain. This eMedTV Web page further explains what Ultracet is used for, describes how it works, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Ultram

Ultram is a medication that may be prescribed to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. This eMedTV resource describes how this drug works, lists potential side effects that may occur, and explains what you should be aware of before using it.

Ultram ER

Ultram ER is a pain medicine that slowly releases the medication over an extended period of time. This eMedTV segment provides an in-depth look at this prescription drug, including its effects, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.

Umbilical Cord Prolapse

Umbilical cord prolapse refers to when the umbilical cord drops down into the birth canal. This page of the eMedTV website explains umbilical cord prolapse in detail, including how it can cause complications during delivery.

Unstable Angina

Unstable angina generally occurs in older adults and can be a sign that a heart attack is about to happen. This eMedTV resource describes this type of angina in detail, including information on how it is associated with heart attacks.

Upper Endoscopy

An upper endoscopy is a procedure used to examine your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This eMedTV page explains how the procedure is carried out, the purpose of this examination, and potential complications a person may experience.