eMedTV Health Topics A-Z

Eating Disorders

People with eating disorders may avoid food, vomit to purge food from the body, or overeat compulsively. This eMedTV page describes what you'll learn on eMedTV's Eating Disorders Channel, including specific types of eating disorders (such as anorexia).

Eating Disorders

There are three main types of eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. This eMedTV article explains the risk factors, symptoms, and treatments for the most common eating disorders.

Ebola

Ebola, a contagious and potentially fatal illness seen in some African countries, has never been reported in humans in the United States. This eMedTV channel offers articles on several topics related to Ebola, such as its history and common symptoms.

Ebola

Ebola is a potentially fatal contagious illness caused by infection with a virus. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this illness, including information about its cause, transmission, diagnosis, and treatment.

Ebola Virus

The Ebola virus is the cause of Ebola hemorrhagic fever (also known as Ebola). As this eMedTV page explains, this virus was first recognized in Africa, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This page offers an overview of this virus.

Echinacea

Echinacea is an herbal supplement most often used to treat or prevent the common cold or the flu. This eMedTV resource explores other possible benefits of echinacea, explains how the supplement works, and lists potential side effects of the product.

Echocardiogram

As this eMedTV article explains, one of the tests used to identify irregular heart rhythms is an echocardiogram. For atrial fibrillation cases, an echocardiogram provides a live picture of the heart that can help doctors diagnose and treat the problem.

Ectopic Pregnancy

With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg does not plant itself inside the uterus, but somewhere else. This eMedTV resource discusses treatments and possible risk factors for this condition, such as sexually transmitted diseases.

ED

ED stands for erectile dysfunction. This selection from the eMedTV archives discusses this topic in greater detail, including what it is, what causes it, and how treatment is available at any age.

Edecrin

Edecrin is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat fluid retention. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how the diuretic works, offers general dosage information for Edecrin, and describes possible side effects of the drug.

Edluar

Edluar is commonly prescribed to treat insomnia in people who have difficulty falling asleep. This eMedTV resource describes the specific effects of this medication, explains how it works, offers information on when and how to take it, and more.

Efavirenz

Efavirenz is a medication that can be prescribed as a treatment for HIV or AIDS. This part of the eMedTV archives provides more information on the drug, including its effects, possible side effects that may occur, and dosing guidelines.

Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, and Tenofovir

Efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir is a prescription HIV and AIDS medication. This eMedTV segment discusses the effects of the drug, describes how it works, and explains what you should know before taking efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir.

Effexor

Effexor is an antidepressant that is commonly used to treat depression in adults. This eMedTV Web page offers an in-depth look at how this prescription drug works and how and when to take it -- and also lists some potential Effexor side effects.

Effexor XR

Effexor XR is a drug that is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how this prescription medicine works, and also discusses Effexor XR side effects, general dosing information, and off-label uses.

EGD

EGD stands for esophagogastroduodenoscopy. As this eMedTV segment explains, it is a procedure that allows your doctor to examine your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This Web page offers an in-depth look at this procedure.

EKG

As explained in the eMedTV article, an EKG for atrial fibrillation may be done to confirm the diagnosis of the heart condition. In the event that an EKG for atrial fibrillation is inconclusive, event monitor tests may be conducted.

Elavil

Elavil is a prescription drug used for treating depression. This eMedTV Web page covers how Elavil works, when and how to take it, conditions to let your doctor know about before you start taking it, and the medicine's potential side effects.

Eldepryl

Eldepryl is approved to treat Parkinson's disease in combination with carbidopa-levodopa medications. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of this medicine, including information on possible side effects, dosing information, and general precautions.

Elestat

Elestat is a prescription eye drop licensed to prevent itchy eyes due to eye allergies. This page on the eMedTV Web site describes how the medicine works, explains when and how to use it, and lists some of the potential side effects of this drug.

Elestrin

Elestrin is an estrogen hormone replacement medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV article describes how Elestrin works, explores its effects, explains how and when to apply the gel, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Eletriptan

Eletriptan is a prescription drug used to treat migraines; it is not used to prevent them. This eMedTV article explains how the medicine relieves migraine symptoms, lists some potential side effects, and offers tips on how to take the medication.

Ellence

Ellence is a drug that is used in combination with other chemotherapy medicines for treating breast cancer. This eMedTV page describes this medicine in more detail, explains how it works, and offers general warnings and precautions.

Elmiron

Elmiron is a medication used to treat bladder discomfort caused by interstitial cystitis. This eMedTV resource describes Elmiron -- the only oral drug approved to treat this bladder condition -- and its uses, as well as potential side effects.