eMedTV Health Topics A-Z

Dry Macular Degeneration

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 this condition.

DTaP

DTaP is a vaccine used to prevent bacterial infections that cause diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. This eMedTV resource further describes the vaccine and offers information about vaccination schedules and precautions to be aware of.

Duetact

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

DuetDHA is a prenatal vitamin that is only available by prescription. This eMedTV article describes this product in more detail, including information on its benefits, potential side effects, and general dosing guidelines.

Duloxetine

Duloxetine is a prescription medicine licensed to treat depression, anxiety, and other conditions. This eMedTV page explains how duloxetine works, describes some of its potential side effects, and provides some information on taking the medication.

DuoNeb

DuoNeb can be used to prevent airway spasms due to COPD. This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the drug, including information on how it works, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to use the nebulizer.

Duraclon

Duraclon is a medication often prescribed for the treatment of severe cancer pain. As this article from the eMedTV Web site explains, the drug is given by continuous epidural infusion and is approved to be used in combination with opiates.

Dust

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

A dust mite allergy is an allergy to a microscopic organism that lives in the dust found in all dwellings. This eMedTV article discusses this allergy in more detail, including things you can do to limit your exposure to dust mites.

Dutasteride

Dutasteride is a prescription medication licensed for the treatment of an enlarged prostate. This eMedTV article highlights how it works, when and how to take it, what to do if you overdose, and potential side effects to look out for.

DVT

DVT stands for deep vein thrombosis. As you will read in this eMedTV article, this 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 this condition.

Dyazide

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

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

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

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.

Dysport

Dysport is an injectable drug that can help improve the appearance of facial lines. As this eMedTV segment explains, it can also treat muscle spasms of the head and neck. This article offers an in-depth overview of this medicine and how it works.

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.

Ear Infection

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

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 this disease.