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Zinc

... If you are an adult with scalp seborrhea , your doctor may suggest a shampoo containing coal tar , selenium sulfide, or zinc pyrithione. Brand names include Selsun Blue, Exelderm, Head & Shoulder s, Zincon, and DHS zinc . Full article >>> Some parents have asked about zinc lozen...

X-Ray

.... Many bone tumors are benign , however, so the doctor may order a biopsy , in which a small sample of bone tissue is removed for labor atory examination, to confirm the diagnosis . Full article >>> The branch of medicine that deals with the use of x-ray s. radon A colorless, radio...

Xanthelasma

...- Close-Up ... Full article >>> The doctor will ask about your diet and if you have ever sm... and look for xanthoma s and xanthelasma s. Your doctor can confirm a diagnosis of high cholesterol with a simple blood test. Full article >>...

Wound Care

...ound care fully, irrigate it well, and notify your doctor if you experience any redness, swelling , or fever . Full article >>> There's no cure for EB. Treatment is directed at preventing or minimizing friction on the skin and wound care . Skin graft ing is not a standard treatment ...

Whiplash

...uch as whiplash or a blow to your head, see your doctor immediately. Severe pain over a bone might indicate a fracture or an injury to a ligament . Shooting pain . Full article >>> When there is a direct blow to the head, shaking of the child (as seen in many cases of child abuse ...

Weight management

...d is overweight , make an appointment with your doctor or nutrition ist to develop a weight management plan. A healthy weight is one of the best protections against Type 2 diabetes . • ... Full article >>> Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Out of the Shadows and into the Medical Mainstre...

Wax

...x epilation. Full article >>> Your doctor may find wax in the ear that can be a contributing factor. Often the exam is unrevealing. Audiology or other testing determines the extent of hearing loss . Treatment : ... Full article >>> Although the magnitude of the problems ...

Wart removal

...cals can make the genital area very sore. Your doctor may prescribe a medication that you can apply to the warts at home. Full article >>> Anti - Acne Gel; Noxzema Anti - Acne Pads Maximum Strength; Noxzema Anti - Acne Pads Regular Strength; Occlusal Topical Solution; Occlusal-HP ...

Warts

...se d simply by their location and appearance. Your doctor may want to cut into a wart (called a biopsy ) to confirm that it is not a corn , callus , or other similar-appearing growth. ^ Top ... Full article >>> The warts are caused by the human papilloma (PAP-ih-LOW-muh) virus (HP...

Wart

...ved for cosmetic reasons. You also should see your doctor if you develop genital wart s , so they can be treated. Full article >>> Noxzema Anti - Acne Gel; Noxzema Anti - Acne Pads Maximum Strength; Noxzema Anti - Acne Pads Regular Strength; Occlusal Topical Solution; Occlusal-HP Topi...

Walking

...eet without being exhausted,"' she remembers. "The doctor I instructed me to lean against a tree until I cou... (such as walking ) can help you relax. Ask your doctor to recommend the best exercise program for you. Take any medications exactly as prescribed. Do not...

Vulva

... >>> To confirm the diagnosis , the doctor will perform a pelvic examination to examine your vulva and vagina for signs of dryness, redness and thinning of tissue . Full article >>> Less common cancer s, such as vagina l and vulva r cancer , may also cause irregular b...

Vomiting blood

...emergency room immediately. Otherwise, visit your doctor if you have any of the symptoms of cirrhosis , particularly if you are a heavy drinker or have chronic hepatitis . Full article >>> HEMATEMESIS - Vomiting blood . Commonly seen with a hemorrhagic ulcer ( peptic ulcer disea...

Vitamins

...ome eye troubles for the first time. The eye doctor said I shouldn't worry because everyone in their 4...t because you have to avoid so many foods . Your doctor may prescribe a vitamin a nd mineral supplement like Nephrocaps. Warning: ... Full article >&#...

Vitamin K

... the blood -thinning action of warfarin. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of these foods . Full article >>> Warfarin inhibits prothrombin, thus interrupting the clotting cascade. Because of the link between vitamin K and prothrombin, people who take warfarin need to have consi s...

Vitamin D

...ains lots of green vegetables and milk . Ask your doctor to suggest a good exercise program. Full article >>> It also helps regulate body temperature , stores water and fat , and produces vitamin D . The skin is the body's largest organ and is made up of two main layers: the outer ...

Vitamin B6

...ole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Talk to your doctor about possibly taking vitamin B6 supplements. K... to use iron. Full article >>> Your doctor may suggest that you try taking supplements of vitamin B6 , calcium or magnesium. Always follow t...

Vitamin B12

...on, vitamin B12 , and folic acid all fail, your doctor should look for other causes such as sickle cell ...f pernicious anemia is the underlying cause, the doctor may administer vitamin B12 . Severe cases may call for other medication. Full article >>&#...

Vitamin A

... if taken in high dosages. Always check with your doctor before beginning high dose vitamin A therapy. F... in the body. Full article >>> Your doctor may prescribe a vitamin a nd mineral supplement designed specifically for people with kidney failu...

Vitamin B

..., vitamin B 12 , and folic acid all fail, your doctor should look for other causes such as sickle cell ...ole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Talk to your doctor about possibly taking vitamin B 6 supplements. Keep rooms well-ventilated to reduce odors. Avoi...

Visual acuity test

... clearly you can see something at a distance. Your doctor will ask you to identify different letters of the ...20 feet away. Full article >>> Your doctor can diagnose cataracts by widening (dilating) your pupil with medication and examining your e...

Vitamin

...t because you have to avoid so many foods . Your doctor may prescribe a vitamin a nd mineral supplement like Nephrocaps. Warning: ... Full article >>> - Vitamin D -fortified milk , margarine and breakfast cereals - Liver , some fish, cod liver oil, egg yolks and butter ... Full a...

Vision impairment

...opathy are discovered during an annual exam, your doctor probably will recommend more frequent eye exams. Treatment can start before sight is affected and can delay vision impairment . Full article >>>...

Viral hepatitis

... article >>> Viral hepatitis See a doctor promptly. Pain in the back that usually spreads under the rib cage, around the front, and into the groin . Full article >>> Viral hepatitis is treated with anti viral medications, such as interferon alpha (Roferon-A, Intron A),...

Viral

...rticle >>> Viral hepatitis See a doctor promptly. Pain in the back that usually spreads under the rib cage, around the front, and into the groin . Full article >>> VIRAL HEPATITIS - Hepatitis c aused by any of several known virus es for which physician s can perfor...

Vertigo

...g with a physical therapist. Medications from your doctor may help you feel better. Such medications include antihistamines, sedatives, or pills for nausea . For Meniere's disease , surgery may be necessary. Full article >>> headache vertigo syncope ( fainting ) numbness, prickli...

Vertebrae

...steoporosis . Full article >>> Your doctor will carefully put a needle into a space between t... pressure as the needle enters your back. Tell the doctor if you feel pain . Full article >>> The serratus posterior inferior muscle origi...

Venom

... or sting. Full article >>> If your doctor determines that you are allergic to insect venom , you may be advised to keep an epinephrine kit for emergency injection s to prevent anaphylaxis . Keep the medicine in a convenient place if you work outside or play a sport. Full article >...

Vasomotor rhinitis

... age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor ... Full article >>> Impaired blood flow to the brain may be a causative factor. Those experiencing Meniere's syndrome often have a history of vasomotor rhinitis , ear trouble, and allergies . Autopsies reveal an edema in the m...

Vein

... picture of your lungs and heart will help the doctor find infection , pneumonia , or tumor s. Full article >>> Spider Vein ( Spider Angioma ) Spider Angioma Spina Bifida Spinal Dysraphism ( Spina Bifida ) Spinal Rachischisis ( Spina Bifida ) Spinal Cord Abscess Spondylolisthe...

Vaginal discharge

...between periods, make an appointment to see your doctor as soon as possible for a pelvic exam. Prognosis ... and you have been sexually active. Also call your doctor if: ... Full article >>> HIV makes its way into all the body's fluids, but only bl...

Vaccine

...xposed to someone with hepatitis B , talk to your doctor about getting either an immunoglobulin shot or the vaccine as soon as possible. Treatment ... Full article >>> VACCINE S ESS ENT IAL FOR YOUR CHILD'S HE ALT H Additional Information Advertising ... Full article >>>...

Uterine Cancer

...bnormal bleeding , such as uterine cancer , your doctor might remove a sample of cells from the lining of your uterus for labor atory analysis. This procedure is called an endometrial biopsy . Full article >>> Endometrial cancer is the most common type of uterine cancer . Although th...

Uti

...entire course of antibiotics recommended by your doctor to ensure that the infection is completely eradicated. Full article >>> Alternative Names: UTI - associated with a catheter ; Urinary tract infection - associated with a catheter Causes, incidence , and risk factors: Text Co...

Urine

... remains higher than the level judged safe by your doctor even when you take 2 extra doses of insulin per 24 hours. Conditions and Treatment s: Advertisement ... Full article >>> 17-KETOSTEROIDS - A urine test which measures the amount of 17-ketosteroids. A fraction of cortisol is met...

Urination

... remains higher than the level judged safe by your doctor even when you take 2 extra doses of insulin per 24 hours. Conditions and Treatment s: ... Full article >>> decreased urination urinary tract infection The symptoms of horseshoe kidney may resemble other conditions or medical p...

Urinary Tract Infection

...62;>> Urinary tract infection See your doctor promptly. You can help yourself by drinking at lea...> If any of these symptoms are present, your doctor will carefully check for any sign of infection (like meningitis , abscess , or urinary tract in...

Urinalysis

... responsible. Full article >>> Your doctor will likely use several different tests to determine whether these factors are present. These may include, but are not limited to blood chemistry, urinalysis , x-ray s or MRI scans, as well as a complete history including family history. Full ...

Urethra

...ulation .2 ... Full article >>> The doctor may need to thread a tube ( catheter ) into the tip of the penis , through the urinary canal ( urethra ), and into the bladder to drain the urine . If the boy can urinate, he may not need treatment right away. Full article >>> ...

Ureter

... area that needs more study in your ureter , your doctor may recommend a ureter oscopy, usually with general or regional anesthesia . Full article >>> Ureter sTubes that connect the kidney s to the bladder . Urine produced by the kidney s passes through the ureter s to the bladder ...

Ultrasound

...reas Ultrasound : This painless test gives the doctor a view of the pancreas . It's done while you're lying down. A dab of a jelly-like lotion is placed on your stomach . Full article >>> Transrectal ultrasound is an additional test that is often used to help evaluate individuals who ...

Urinary tract

...;>> Urinary tract infection See your doctor promptly. You can help yourself by drinking at lea...> If any of these symptoms are present, your doctor will carefully check for any sign of infection (like meningitis , abscess , or urinary tract ...

Tuberculin

...T. Full article >>> In this test, a doctor or nurse injects a small amount of testing fluid (...>> IS ME DIC AL ATT ENT ION NECESSARY? A doctor should probably investigate any persi stent fever and lymph - node swelling . Blood tests as...

TSH

...ptoms and physical signs of hypothyroidism , your doctor may order blood tests to measure levels of thyroid hormone s and TSH , a pituitary gland hormone that stimulates the thyroid. Full article >>> [36] Periodic evaluations are required to determine whether there is metastatic dis...

Treatment

... bowel syndrome . You'll need to work with your doctor to find an individual approach that works best for...tacids to keep stomach acid in check. Ask your doctor before taking any other medications. Don't take aspirin or ibuprofen. Full article >>> ...

Trichinosis

... >>> If you have trichinosis , your doctor may treat you with mebendazole (Vermox) or albendazole (Albenza), antibiotic drugs that kill the trichinosis parasites . In addition, you should rest in bed and take non prescription drugs for pain . Full article >>> Trichinosi...

Transillumination

...rticle >>> Transillumination . Your doctor may shine a light through your scrotum . With a sperm atocele, the light will indicate that the mass is fluid-filled rather than solid. Ultrasound . Full article >>> transillumination - a fiber optic light probe placed on the ba...

Transfusion

...owth factors. Full article >>> Your doctor will ask about possible HIV risk factors, such as previous sexual partners, intravenous drug use, blood transfusion and occupational exposure to blood . Full article >>> HTLV can also be acquired in the same way as AIDS or...

Trachea

...procedure, which is similar to esophagoscopy, your doctor uses an endoscope to examine your windpipe ( trachea ) and the air passages leading to your lungs ( bronchi ) to determine whether cancer has spread to these areas. Full article >>> Czaja-McCaffrey rigid stent introducer/endoscop...

Tonsillectomy

...severe tonsillitis , you may want to talk to your doctor about tonsillectomy . Full article >>...sillectomy . When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if: ... Full article >>> Quinsy is peritonsillar abscess . It is an infection of...

Tonometry

... ) is usually put in your eye to help your eye doctor see your cornea . The dye washes out with your tears. Full article >>> - Skull X-Ray - Tonometry Review Date : 10/27/2003 Reviewed By : Jeffrey Drayer, M.D., Dermatologist, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Hea...

Tissue

...t has symptoms of a soft tissue sarcoma , the doctor may order x-ray s and other tests. Full article ...;>> Biopsy : To check for cancer , the doctor will remove a small piece of tissue from one of the discolored areas and send it to the lab. You'l...

Tongue

...icle >>> Geographic tongue Q. My doctor tells me I have geographic tongue . What is this? What can I do about it? My tongue is sore all of the time. Even tooth paste is painful to use. Nicky/ West Virginia ... Full article >>> How do I use nitroglycerin under the tong...

Time out

... (such as walking ) can help you relax. Ask your doctor to recommend the best exercise program for you. Take any medications exactly as prescribed. Full article >>> Poison ivy is one of the most frequent causes of skin rash among children and adults who spend time out doors during th...

Ticks

...tream. Full article >>> Talk to the doctor about any rashes . Avoid needle s ticks of any type in the affected arm or leg. Avoid extreme hot or cold such as ice packs or heating pads. Do not overwork the affected arm or leg. Full article >>> drug users by the sharing of n...

Thyroid function tests

...ction tests . Full article >>> Your doctor may also request blood tests to check your level of vitamin B -12, a urinalysis , thyroid function tests and, often, electromyography (EMG) — a test that measures the electrical discharges produced in your muscle s. Full article >...

Thrombolytic therapy

... artery that's blocked by a blood clot , your doctor may insert a clot -dissolving drug into your artery at the point of the clot to break it up. Full article >>> Furthermore, this type of medication will not dissolve clots that already have formed, although the drug stops an ex...

Thoracentesis

...t difficult to breath. To relieve the problem, the doctor can empty the area with a needle inserted between two ribs. Full article >>>...

Thoracic

...mended if any one of these factors is present.Your doctor will consider: ... Full article >>> ...article >>> Talk with your husband's doctor and an experienced thoracic cardiovascular surgeon. They can help you determine if lung reductio...

Tendon

...ns and tests: During a physical examination , the doctor will identify skin lesion s, tenderness, and swelling of joints . Joint X-ray s may be performed. Full article >>> pate; patefaction; Patein, G; Patein's albumin ; patella ; patella lgia; patella r; patella r dislocation ;...