eMedTV Health Topics A-Z
Vibrio cholerae is the bacterium that causes cholera. As this eMedTV article explains, Vibrio cholerae is usually transmitted by eating or drinking contaminated food or water. This Web page offers an in-depth look at Vibrio cholerae.
Vibrio parahaemolyticus bacteria can cause gastrointestinal illness such as diarrhea. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of Vibrio parahaemolyticus and lists other illnesses caused by the bacteria.
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium that can cause illnesses such as sepsis and wound infections. This eMedTV segment discusses sepsis and wound infections and explains the transmission, incubation period, symptoms, and treatment of Vibrio vulnificus.
Vicodin is approved for the treatment of moderate to moderately severe pain. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at Vicodin, including information on how it works, tips on when and how to take it, possible side effects, and general precautions.
Videx is a prescription medication used to treat HIV and AIDS by preventing the HIV virus from multiplying. This eMedTV article provides detailed information on Videx, including potential side effects and important tips for taking the drug.
Viracept is a medicine that is often used in combination with other drugs as part of an HIV "cocktail." This eMedTV page explains how Viracept works for treating HIV and AIDS, offers dosing information, and lists possible side effects of the drug.
This selection from the eMedTV archives describes viral encephalitis, a group of illnesses that can cause swelling of the brain. This page covers viral encephalitis, including information on how to prevent it and how to recognize its symptoms.
Viral hepatitis is liver inflammation caused by a virus. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at the various forms of viral hepatitis -- hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E -- including information on treatment and prevention of these viruses.
Viral meningitis is a serious but rarely fatal form of meningitis. As this eMedTV page explains, it's a lot like bacterial meningitis, except it's caused by a virus and it has no specific treatment. This page provides an overview of viral meningitis.
Viramune is a prescription medication that is used for treating HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV page explains how Viramune helps prevent HIV from spreading to uninfected cells, lists possible side effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.
Viread is an HIV and AIDS medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV page discusses Viread in more detail, including information on how the drug works, when and how to take it, and what you should know before starting treatment.
Vitamin C appears to be useful for many conditions, including preventing and treating the common cold. This eMedTV article describes the effects that vitamin C may have on the body and briefly discusses the vitamin's safety and effectiveness.
Vitamin E supplements are primarily used for their antioxidant activity. This eMedTV Web page explains how the vitamin works, describes the possible benefits of using vitamin E products, and offers general warnings and precautions for these products.
Vitiligo is a skin disorder characterized by white patches that can appear on various parts of the body. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the condition, including possible causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.
A vitrectomy is a surgical procedure where blood is removed from the center of the eye. This page on the eMedTV website takes an in-depth look at vitrectomies and explains how this procedure is often used to treat proliferative retinopathy.
Vivactil is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat depression in adults. This page on the eMedTV site describes the drug in more detail, including an explanation of how the antidepressant works and a list of side effects that are possible.
VLDL is short for very low density lipoprotein. This eMedTV Web page explains how this substance functions within the body, as well as its assumed role in the narrowing and hardening of the arteries (a condition called atherosclerosis).
Voltaren is used to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain and stiffness. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works, lists possible side effects, and offers things to consider before taking it.
Voltaren-XR is a prescription medicine commonly used to reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling. As this eMedTV resource explains, these are often seen with various forms of arthritis. The drug's effects, side effects, and more are also explained.