eMedTV Health Topics A-Z
Stelazine is commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of schizophrenia or anxiety. This portion of the eMedTV library explains how the prescription drug works and discusses its effects, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to take it.
In some cases, surgery is used to treat kidney stones and stents are then placed to help the ureter heal. This eMedTV page explains why stents for kidney stones are used, the potential complications, and what to expect after a stent has been placed.
As this eMedTV article explains, steroid rosacea is a condition that results when some people use corticosteroid ointments to treat eczema and other rashes. This article offers an overview of the symptoms and treatment of this condition.
Stomach cancer is a serious disease in which cancer cells first develop in the stomach. This eMedTV article presents an overview of stomach cancer, including information about its symptoms and how the disease is diagnosed and treated.
The stomach flu is not really a flu at all -- it's a viral infection. This eMedTV article discusses stomach flu in detail, including information about its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
A "stomach virus" does not affect the stomach -- it affects the small intestine. This eMedTV article identifies the four types of viruses that may cause a stomach virus, describes the symptoms they cause, and explains how they are treated.
Strattera is a non-stimulant medication that is licensed to treat ADHD in children, teenagers, and adults. This eMedTV page explains in more detail how Strattera works and offers information on its effects, potential side effects, and strengths.
A stroke is a sudden episode that may affect consciousness, sensation, and movement. This eMedTV segment describes the types of articles contained in this eMedTV channel, including topics ranging from early symptoms to stroke recovery.
A stroke is a sudden episode in which a blood vessel in the brain gets blocked or ruptures. This eMedTV article explains how a stroke may occur and provides an overview of strokes, including information about symptoms and treatment options.
Stuart Prenatal is a prenatal vitamin that is available without a prescription. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Stuart Prenatal, including information on the benefits of the prenatal vitamin, possible side effects, and tips for taking it.
As this eMedTV article explains, Sturge-Weber syndrome is a condition that may be diagnosed when an infant has seizures and a port-wine stain birthmark on the face. This resource provides a detailed description of Sturge-Weber syndrome.
Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis
Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis is a serious infection caused by an altered form of the measles virus. This eMedTV article discusses subacute sclerosing panencephalitis in detail and includes information on its symptoms, stages, and treatment.
Sudden Unexplained Death Syndrome
People with epilepsy have an increased risk of dying from sudden unexplained death syndrome. This eMedTV resource explains how research suggests that the use of multiple anticonvulsants may be a factor in causing this condition.
Sular is a prescription medicine that is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. This page on the eMedTV site offers dosing information on Sular, describes the effects of the medication, and explains what you should know before taking the drug.
Sulfasalazine is a prescription medication that can be used to treat ulcerative colitis. This part of the eMedTV archives offers a more in-depth look at sulfasalazine, including an explanation of how the drug works and general dosing information.
Sulfasalazine delayed-release is prescribed for treating ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the drug, including an explanation of how it works, potential side effects, and tips for those taking it.