Diseases Articles A-Z

Leprosy Treatment

Leprosy treatment can be provided for free to patients by their doctor or through a Hansen's Disease Clinic. This eMedTV article discusses treatment options in detail, including antibiotics commonly used and supportive care.

Leprzy

Approximately 1 to 2 million people worldwide are permanently disabled because of leprosy. This eMedTV resource describes symptoms of this disease and explains what treatment options are available. Leprzy is a common misspelling of leprosy.

Lifestyle Changes for CFS

Lifestyle changes for CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome) may involve learning how to better cope with stress. This eMedTV article explores different lifestyle changes for CFS patients, which may include carefully increasing one's physical activity.

Living With Autoimmune Diseases

People who are living with autoimmune diseases often have difficulty with self-esteem. This eMedTV article includes information on how to reduce the side effects, thus increasing self-esteem for those living with autoimmune diseases.

Living With Pulmonary Fibrosis

At times, it can be difficult to cope with having pulmonary fibrosis. As this eMedTV page explains, some important things in living with pulmonary fibrosis is to get ongoing medical care, stay active, follow a healthy diet, and seek support as needed.

Living With Sarcoidosis

Regular follow-up care is important for people living with sarcoidosis. This eMedTV article provides detailed information on support groups, specialists, medications, and other considerations for those living with sarcoidosis.

Living With Scleroderma

This portion of the eMedTV library discusses areas of concern for people living with scleroderma and offers tips on overcoming or managing these things. For example, an occupational therapist can help make daily tasks easier to perform.

Localized Scleroderma

Localized scleroderma has two subtypes: morphea and linear. This section of the eMedTV Web site describes these subtypes in detail, including how they generally appear, which areas of the body they tend to affect, and how long they may last.

Lung Sarcoidosis

Lung sarcoidosis is characterized by the formation of tiny lumps of cells (granulomas) in the lungs. As this eMedTV article explains, this condition is not a form of cancer. This portion of the Web site provides an overview of lung sarcoidosis.

Monkeypox

Monkeypox is a very rare viral disease that can be transmitted through animal to human contact. This part of the eMedTV archives explores this illness, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Monkeypox in the United States

The first case of human monkeypox in the United States occurred in June 2003. As this eMedTV page explains, monkeypox was introduced to the United States when a shipment of animals from Ghana was imported to Texas.

Monkeypox Infection

Mortality Rate of Typhoid Fever

If treatment is not received, the mortality rate of typhoid fever is between 12 and 30 percent. This eMedTV Web page examines factors that affect the mortality rate and highlights how treatment can reduce the rate to less than 1 percent.

Myasthemia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease that prevents muscle contractions from occurring. This eMedTV segment describes the condition in more detail and lists its possible symptoms. Myasthemia gravis is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.

Myasthenia Diagnosis

Tests used to make a myasthenia diagnosis include a blood test and an edrophonium test. This eMedTV segment explains the process of making a myasthenia diagnosis, including information on why myasthenia gravis may be difficult to diagnose.

Myasthenia Gravies

Myasthenia gravis is a disease that affects the transmission of signals from nerves to muscles. This eMedTV article offers a brief description of myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravies is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a disease characterized by a certain type of muscle weakness. As this eMedTV article explains, the weakness increases during activity and improves after rest. This page lists the causes, symptoms, and treatments of this disease.

Myasthenia Gravis and the Thymus Gland

In adults with myasthenia gravis, the thymus gland is abnormal (it contains unusual types of immune cells). This eMedTV segment describes the current research that is examining the correlation between myasthenia gravis and the thymus gland.

Myasthenia Gravis and Who It Affects

As this eMedTV article explains, myasthenia gravis can affect men and women of any age or ethnic group; however, it occurs most commonly in women under 40 and men over 60. This page talks about myasthenia gravis and who it affects.

Myasthenia Gravis Causes

As this eMedTV Web page explains, myasthenia gravis is caused by a defect in the transmission of nerve impulses to muscles. This article discusses this topic in detail and talks about how the disorder is considered an autoimmune disease.

Myasthenia Gravis Disease

Myasthenia Gravis Prognosis

For most patients with myasthenia gravis, the prognosis is good. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of the myasthenia gravis prognosis and explains that patients who receive treatment are likely to see an improvement in their symptoms.

Myasthenia Gravis Research

As this eMedTV article explains, an important area of focus in myasthenia gravis research is to improve current treatment options for those who have the disease. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of current myasthenia gravis research.

Myasthenia Gravis Symptoms

This portion of the eMedTV library provides a list of several myasthenia gravis symptoms, such as drooping of one or both eyelids, blurred or double vision, and impaired speech. This Web page covers both common and uncommon signs and symptoms.

Myasthenias Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a disease that is characterized by muscle weakness. This eMedTV article offers a brief description of this disease and provides a link to more information. Myasthenias gravis is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.

Myasthenis Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is characterized by weakness that increases with activity and improves with rest. This eMedTV article takes a quick look at some basic facts about this disease. Myasthenis gravis is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.

Myesthenia Gravis

An autoimmune disease, myasthenia gravis is characterized by certain types of muscle weakness. This eMedTV resource provides a brief overview of the condition. Myesthenia gravis is a common misspelling of myasthenia gravis.