This page contains links to eMedTV Health Topics containing information on subjects from Seminoma to Sick Building Syndrome. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.

Favorite Health Topics

Senna
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Separation Anxiety
Septic Arthritis
Septicemic Plague
Septra
Septra DS
Serax
Serevent
Seroquel
Seroquel XR
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRIs)
Sertraline
Serzone
Shingles (Health Channel Home)
Shingles (Overview Article)
Shingles Vaccine
Short Bowel Syndrome
Sibutramine
Sick Building Syndrome

Descriptions of Health Topics

Senna
Senna is a natural product often used as a laxative for the treatment of constipation. This article from the eMedTV Web site further explains what the product is used for, describes how it works, and lists some of its common side effects.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A sentinel lymph node biopsy involves detecting and removing the most likely lymph node cancer may move to. This eMedTV resource describes this procedure in detail and explains how the node is detected and what may happen afterward.
Separation Anxiety
For babies between the ages of 6 months and 10 months old, separation anxiety is fairly common. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this development, including why babies develop this fear and tips on how to help relieve anxiety in your child.
Septic Arthritis
Septic arthritis is an inflammatory condition caused by a bacterial infection. This eMedTV article explores the causes and symptoms of this condition and includes information about how it is diagnosed and treated.
Septicemic Plague
This eMedTV Web page describes how septicemic plague can result from the bite of an infected animal or as a complication of untreated pneumonic or bubonic plague. This page also explains treatments, symptoms, and transmission methods.
Septra
Septra is a prescription drug licensed to treat urinary tract infections and other types of infections. This eMedTV resource covers other Septra uses, explains how this antibiotic works, and offers general dosing guidelines for this medication.
Septra DS
Septra DS is a prescription drug used for treating bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infections. This eMedTV segment explores other Septra DS uses, describes how the antibiotic works, and explains when and how to take this drug.
Serax
A healthcare provider may prescribe Serax to treat anxiety or alcohol withdrawal. This eMedTV page provides an overview of this medication, including information about its effects, dosing guidelines, and available strengths.
Serevent
Serevent is a prescription drug often used for treating airway spasms due to asthma or COPD. This page on the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at Serevent uses, side effects, strengths, and general dosing guidelines.
Seroquel
Seroquel is a prescription drug approved to help manage symptoms of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed discussion on the drug, including its effects, dosing information, possible side effects, and more.
Seroquel XR
Seroquel XR is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This eMedTV article takes a look at the prescription medication, providing information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRIs)
SNRI antidepressants are used for treating conditions like depression, panic disorder, and social phobia. This eMedTV resource lists the various SNRIs available, explains how the drugs work, and describes possible side effects that may occur.
Sertraline
Sertraline is a prescription drug that is often used to treat depression, panic disorders, and OCD. This eMedTV resource explains how sertraline works, discusses conditions it is used to treat, and provides tips for how and when to take the drug.
Serzone
Serzone is a prescription drug commonly used for treating depression. This page from the eMedTV library explains how Serzone works and offers more information on its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Shingles (Health Channel Home)
Shingles is a condition that is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. This eMedTV resource describes some of the topics you can read about on the Shingles Health Channel, including how shingles is diagnosed and treated.
Shingles (Overview Article)
Shingles is a common condition in older adults that often causes a very painful rash. This selection from the eMedTV archives offers an in-depth look at this disease, including information on its possible symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.
Shingles Vaccine
The shingles vaccine is approved for use in adults who are over 50 years old. This page from the eMedTV site describes the vaccine in more detail, explains how it works to prevent shingles, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Short Bowel Syndrome
Short bowel syndrome is a condition characterized by diarrhea, cramping, and heartburn. As this eMedTV article explains, it can occur in people who have had half or more of their small intestine removed. This page discusses the syndrome in detail.
Sibutramine
Sibutramine is often prescribed as an aid to weight loss and weight maintenance. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of sibutramine, explaining how it works, when and how it should be taken, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Sick Building Syndrome
Sick building syndrome refers to acute health effects that may be linked to time spent in a building. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at the condition, including symptoms, possible causes, and measures that can help prevent the problem.

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