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One of the most common childhood cancers, medulloblastoma is a type of brain tumor that forms in the back of the brain. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth explanation of medulloblastoma, including symptoms and treatment options.
Mefenamic acid is a prescription drug that is used to relieve mild to moderate pain. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers a more in-depth look at mefenamic acid and its uses, effects, potential side effects, and dosing information.
The percentage of people who develop melanoma in the United States has doubled in the past 30 years. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this increasingly common condition, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.
Melatonin is a supplement that is often used to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders. This part of the eMedTV site covers other possible melatonin uses, explains how the hormone affects sleep patterns, and describes side effects that may occur.
Mellaril is a prescription medicine that is licensed for the treatment of schizophrenia. This eMedTV Web page further describes Mellaril, noting in particular its effects, dosing information, strengths, and potential side effects.
Meloxicam is a type of pain-relief medicine that is used to relieve common arthritis symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses specific uses of meloxicam and offers information on its potential side effects and dosing guidelines.
Memantine is a prescription drug that is approved for treating dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV resource explains how memantine works, offers dosing information for the medication, and lists side effects that may occur.
Menest is a hormone replacement medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV page explains what Menest is used for, describes the effects of the medicine, offers general dosing information, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Meningitis, an infection in the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord, can be very dangerous if left untreated. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at meningitis and discusses its symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
As this eMedTV article explains, meningitis is an infection in the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. It is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. This Web page discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of meningitis.
As this eMedTV article explains, meningocele is a condition that occurs when the spinal cord develops normally but the meninges protrude from a spinal opening. This Web page provides an overview of this type of spina bifida.
As this eMedTV article explains, there are two types of meningococcal vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis available in the United States: MCV-4 and MPSV-4. This Web page describes each form of the meningococcal vaccine in detail.
When a woman reaches menopause, her period stops and her body stops making certain hormones. This channel on the eMedTV Web site contains a number of articles on the subject, ranging from common symptoms, treatment options, and more.
Menopause is the time in a woman's life when her periods naturally no longer occur. This eMedTV article offers an overview of menopause, including information about menopausal symptoms, early menopause, and the average age at which menopause occurs.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Meridia to help people lose weight. This eMedTV page explains in detail how the drug works by affecting certain brain chemicals, and discusses possible side effects and general precautions for taking the drug.
Merkel cell carcinoma tends to develop on or just beneath the skin's surface and in the hair follicles. This eMedTV article provides an overview of this rare form of cancer, including symptoms, treatment options, and the chances of it metastasizing.
Mesalamine is a prescription medicine that is used for treating ulcerative colitis. This segment of the eMedTV archives further describes the uses and effects of the medication and offers links to the various forms of mesalamine that are available.