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As this eMedTV article explains, open heart surgery is a procedure in which a blood vessel is taken from another part of your body and used to go around a blocked vessel in your heart. This page provides an overview of open heart surgery.
Oral contraceptives are prescription pills that are taken to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page explains how this form of contraception works, describes the various types of pills available, and lists some of the side effects that may occur.
Good oral health is important for everyone at every age, but it is particularly vital for pregnant women and newborns. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at oral health, including common problems, and offers a comparison of whitening agents.
Orally Disintegrating Carbidopa-Levodopa
Orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa is prescribed to treat Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa, including information on its other uses, how it works, and possible side effects.
Orally Disintegrating Selegiline
Orally disintegrating selegiline is a prescription drug used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page explores orally disintegrating selegiline, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.
This eMedTV page describes orbital cellulitis, which is an infection that can lead to permanent vision problems. The bacteria that cause the condition in adults and children are described, as are symptoms, risk factors, complications, and treatment.
Orencia is a prescription drug licensed for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV page describes the effects of Orencia, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists important precautions to be aware of before starting treatment.
Oretic is a type of diuretic used for the treatment of fluid retention and high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page offers detailed information on the drug, including its uses, potential side effects, and effects.
Orlistat is often used as an aid to weight loss in conjunction with dietary changes. This eMedTV segment offers a detailed overview on the drug, explaining how it works, when and how it should be taken, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Available in the form of a patch, Ortho Evra is a prescription drug that is used to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV page provides a detailed description on how Ortho Evra works and also discusses its possible side effects and dosing guidelines.
Ortho Micronor is a progestin-only oral contraceptive that is available by prescription. This eMedTV segment describes how Ortho Micronor works, explains how and when to take this form of birth control, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen is a combined oral contraceptive that is available by prescription only. This eMedTV page explains how this form of birth control works, offers Ortho Tri-Cyclen dosing information, and lists side effects that may occur with the pill.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a combined oral contraceptive that is available by prescription. This page on the eMedTV site describes how Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo works, explains how to take the birth control pill, and lists potential side effects of the drug.
Ortho-Cept is a birth control pill that is available by prescription. This article on the eMedTV site describes how Ortho-Cept works, explains when and how to take the oral contraceptive, and lists possible side effects that may occur with the pill.
Ortho-Cyclen is a prescription combined oral contraceptive. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains how Ortho-Cyclen works and provides a more in-depth look at the birth control pill's effects, potential side effects, and dosing information.
Ortho-Novum is a prescription birth control pill that primarily works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV article describes the drug in more detail, including information on the different types of Ortho-Novum, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Oseltamivir is a prescription drug that is used to treat and prevent the flu. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed description of this medication and its uses. This page also includes information on dosage, strengths, and potential side effects.
Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease in which cartilage has worn away. This eMedTV article provides detailed information about osteoarthritis, including its common symptoms, how many people it affects, and how it can be treated and prevented.
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a bone disease characterized by bones that break easily. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of osteogenesis imperfecta and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Osteopenia is not the same as osteoporosis, although both are characterized by decreased bone density. This eMedTV Web page explains the difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis, which is largely determined by a bone density test.
Although bone loss is a natural part of aging, when it occurs too quickly, it is called osteoporosis. This eMedTV health channel contains a range of articles on the topic, including symptoms and preventive measures, as well as bone density testing.
As this eMedTV article explains, osteoporosis is a disease in which bone is lost faster than it is replaced. It often results in brittle bones that are easily fractured. This part of the eMedTV library provides a general overview of osteoporosis.
Osteosarcoma is a form of bone cancer that most often affects children and young adults. This eMedTV segment offers an overview of osteosarcoma, including information about its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Common causes of otitis media (ear infection) are bacteria or viruses that get inside the ear. This part of the eMedTV Web site explains the risk factors and causes of otitis media, as well as what happens inside the ear during an infection.
Ovarian cancer occurs when malignant (cancerous) cells develop in the ovaries. This segment of the eMedTV Web site provides a wealth of information on ovarian cancer, covering all aspects of the disease, from symptoms to treatment options and more.
Ovarian cancer, the fourth-leading cause of death in women, occurs when malignant cells grow in the ovaries. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at the condition, including symptoms, treatment options, prognosis, and more.