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Dry macular degeneration is an eye condition in which the light-sensitive cells in the retina break down. This eMedTV article explains how this can lead to a loss of central vision. This Web page offers an in-depth look at dry macular degeneration.
DTaP is a vaccine used to prevent bacterial infections that cause diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. This eMedTV resource further describes DTaP and offers information about vaccination schedules and precautions to be aware of with DTaP.
Duetact, a medicine available by prescription, is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at the drug and its effects on blood sugar levels, possible side effects to look out for, and dosing information.
DuetDHA is a prenatal vitamin that is only available by prescription. This eMedTV article describes DuetDHA prenatal vitamins in more detail, including the benefits of taking the vitamins, potential side effects, and general dosing guidelines.
Duloxetine is a prescription medicine licensed to treat depression, anxiety, and neuropathic pain. This eMedTV page explains how duloxetine works, describes some of its potential side effects, and provides some information on taking the medication.
DuoNeb can be used to prevent airway spasms due to COPD. This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of DuoNeb, including information on how the drug works, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to use the nebulizer.
As this eMedTV article explains, dust prevention can involve removing carpeting, washing sheets at high temperatures, and using air filters. This part of the Web site provides several more tips on preventing dust in your home.
Dust mite allergy is an allergy to a microscopic organism that lives in the dust found in all dwellings. This eMedTV article discusses dust mite allergy in more detail, including things you can do to limit your exposure to dust mites.
Dutasteride is a prescription medication licensed for the treatment of an enlarged prostate. This eMedTV article highlights how dutasteride works, when and how to take it, what to do if you overdose, and potential side effects to look out for.
DVT stands for deep vein thrombosis. As you will read in this eMedTV article, a DVT is a blood clot that forms in a vein, deep in the body. This article provides a general overview of the causes, symptoms, and possible complications of DVT.
Dyazide is a diuretic often used to treat fluid retention and high blood pressure. This page on the eMedTV site gives an overview of the drug, including an explanation of how it works, its potential side effects, and when and how to take it.
Dynacirc is a blood pressure medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV page describes how Dynacirc works to lower blood pressure, lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment, and offers dosing information for the drug.
Dynacirc CR is a prescription drug that is used for controlling high blood pressure. This part of the eMedTV archives describes Dynacirc CR in more detail and offers information on the medicine's effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Dyrenium is a prescription medication that is licensed to treat fluid retention. This article from the eMedTV library explains how Dyrenium works, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists potential side effects that may occur with treatment.
Dyssynergia Cerebellaris Myoclonica
As this eMedTV Web page explains, dyssynergia cerebellaris myoclonica is a collection of rare neurological disorders characterized by epilepsy, cognitive impairment, and myoclonus. This article discusses dyssynergia cerebellaris myoclonica in detail.
An ear infection is typically caused by bacteria or a virus and most often affects young children. This eMedTV article offers an overview of the most common type of ear infection (otitis media), including information about its symptoms and treatment.
Eastern equine encephalitis is a mosquito-borne viral disease that can affect the central nervous system. This eMedTV resource discusses the causes, symptoms, transmission, and prevention of eastern equine encephalitis.