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Abdominal Surgery and Myomectomy
In an emergency, some procedures require a more extensive abdominal surgery, and myomectomy is one of them. This eMedTV article offers reasons why your surgeon may need to change your myomectomy into a more serious abdominal surgery.
| Abnormal Presentation During Pregnancy |
This video describes the various positions a baby may be in prior to delivery.
| Abnormal Uterine Bleeding |
This video clip talks about abnormal uterine bleeding and its causes.
| Advanced Directives (Myomectomy) |
This clip explores what you should talk to your doctor about before having a myomectomy.
After a myomectomy, you may experience abdominal pain, nausea, and chills. This eMedTV Web page offers information on these and other symptoms you might experience after a myomectomy.
Alesse is a birth control pill that is available only by prescription. This page on the eMedTV site gives a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information on the topic. Alese is a common misspelling of Alesse.
Alesse is a type of prescription birth control pill. This selection from the eMedTV archives offers an in-depth look at the drug, including information on possible side effects, dosing guidelines, how it works to prevent pregnancy, and more.
Breastfeeding women are generally advised to avoid Alesse (Aviane, Lutera). This eMedTV page talks about Alesse and breastfeeding, including an explanation of why your healthcare provider may instead recommend a "mini-pill" while breastfeeding.
Alesse (Aviane, Lutera) should not be taken during pregnancy. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses Alesse and pregnancy, explaining how the FDA has classified Alesse and why pregnant women are advised to avoid the drug.
Does Alesse cause weight gain? As this eMedTV segment explains, it probably does not. This article offers more information on Alesse and weight gain, including suggestions on how to achieve weight loss through exercise and healthy eating.
This eMedTV Web segment discusses Alesse birth control pills. Information includes side effects (such as weight gain), warnings, dosing, and drug interactions.
The standard Alesse dosage is one pill taken at the same time each day. This segment of the eMedTV library contains an overview of Alesse dosing, with detailed instructions on when and how to take the prescription birth control pill.
Drug interactions can occur when Alesse is taken with antibiotics, St. John's wort, and other substances. This eMedTV selection offers a detailed look at Alesse drug interactions, including a list of other medications that can interact with it.
Alesse (Aviane, Lutera) may cause vomiting and vaginal bleeding when taken in too high of a dose. This eMedTV article provides information on what to expect from an Alesse overdose, as well as what to do if you believe you have taken too much.
Nausea, bloating, and changes in sex drive are some of the possible side effects of Alesse. This eMedTV Web page tells you what you need to know about Alesse side effects, including a list of side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Alesse is very effective at preventing pregnancy. However, it has many other uses as well. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at what Alesse is used for, including "off-label" Alesse uses, such as the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding.
Alesse Warnings and Precautions
While taking Alesse, some women experience bleeding between periods. This segment from the eMedTV archives takes a look at several important Alesse warnings and precautions, including a list of those who should not take the drug.
| Allergic Reaction To Medication -- Abdominal Hysterectomy Risks |
This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.
Alesse is a prescription birth control pill. This eMedTV selection provides a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information. Allese is a common misspelling of Alesse.
Available only by prescription, Alesse is a type of birth control pill that contains two different hormones. This eMedTV segment briefly describes the drug and provides a link to more information. Allesse is a common misspelling of Alesse.
| Alternatives to a Bunionectomy |
This video summary outlines some of the alternatives to having a bunionectomy.
Alternatives to a myomectomy include observation, medication, and other surgeries. This eMedTV Web page explores these and other alternatives and lists their possible risks, benefits, and outcomes.
| Alternatives to Abdominal Hysterectomy |
This video explains that there are alternatives to a hysterectomy for certain conditions.
| Alternatives to Abdominal Hysterectomy for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding |
This video describes various treatment options available for abnormal uterine bleeding.
| Alternatives to Abdominal Hysterectomy for Pelvic Relaxation |
This video file offers relaxation tips to help the muscles and ligaments in your pelvis.
| Alternatives to Abdominal Hysterectomy for Precancerous and Cancerous Lesions |
This clip explains what procedures can be done to treat precancerous and cancerous growths.
| Alternatives to VBAC |
This video explores the possibility of vaginal birth after a c-section (or VBAC).
| Anesthesia Choices (Bunionectomy) |
This interactive segment explains the differences between local, ankle block, and general anesthesia.
| Anesthesia Choices for a Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation |
This video clip discusses the type of anesthesia you may be given and risks to consider.
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| Anesthesia Choices for Diagnostic Laparoscopy |
This video clip discusses the type of anesthesia you may be given and risks to consider.
As an oral contraceptive, Apri works to prevent pregnancy by stopping ovulation. This page of the eMedTV site discusses Apri in more detail, including information on how the contraceptive works, when and how to take it, and some general precautions.
One of the many birth control pill options is Apri. This eMedTV Web presentation looks at the drug, including its warnings, precautions, side effects, and much more.
When preventing pregnancy with Apri, dosing guidelines are standard for everyone. This eMedTV resource explains that the standard Apri dosage is one pill taken every day at the same time. This page also offers some tips for taking Apri.
Although most people do not have any problems when taking Apri, side effects are possible. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at some of the common and more serious side effects of Apri, and explains which problems to report to your doctor.
| Before Your Abdominal Hysterectomy |
This multimedia clip explains how you can prepare for your procedure.
| Before Your Bunionectomy |
This video explains what to expect before your procedure, such as instructions from the hospital.
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| Before Your Diagnostic Laparoscopy |
This video explains what to expect before your procedure, such as instructions from the hospital.
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| Before Your Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation |
This video explains what to expect before your procedure, such as instructions from the hospital.
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| Before Your Myomectomy |
This multimedia clip explains how you can prepare for your procedure.
A healthcare provider may prescribe benzphetamine to help people lose weight. This eMedTV segment explains how the drug works, offers precautions to be aware of when taking the medication, lists possible side effects, and more.
This eMedTV segment offers benzphetamine dosing guidelines for the short-term treatment of weight loss. This page explains that the typical starting benzphetamine dosage is 25 mg to 50 mg once daily. This article also offers tips for taking the drug.
Benzphetamine Hydrochloride Information
This eMedTV presentation discusses benzphetamine hydrochloride for weight loss. Information includes how well it works and possible side effects.
Birth Control Pill Drug Interactions
Aprepitant, modafinil, and antibiotics may potentially cause birth control pill drug interactions. As this eMedTV Web page explains, many of these drug interactions could be serious enough to lead to unintentional pregnancy.
Birth Control Pill Information
This eMedTV Web presentation discusses birth control pills. Information includes possible side effects (including weight gain), uses (including acne treatment), types, and possible drug interactions.
An overdose of birth control pills may cause nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. This section of the eMedTV site discusses whether a birth control pill overdose is likely to be dangerous and explains what treatment options are available.
Birth control pill uses are primarily concerned with preventing pregnancy in women of reproductive age. This eMedTV page further explains what various types of oral contraceptives are used for and also lists common off-label birth control pill uses.
Birth Control Pill Warnings and Precautions
Birth control pills can increase your blood pressure. This eMedTV resource lists other potential side effects of birth control pills. Warnings and precautions on who should not use this form of contraception are also included.
Birth control pills are prescription tablets that are taken to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page describes various types of birth control pills, explains how they work, and lists common side effects that have been reported with the pill.
Several birth control pills are also approved for treating acne. This segment from the eMedTV archives includes more information about birth control pills and acne, and lists the pills that are licensed for the treatment of acne.
Birth Control Pills and Breastfeeding
Not all birth control pills should be used by breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page offers more details on birth control pills and breastfeeding, and explains why progestin-only pills are better for these women than combined oral contraceptives.
Birth Control Pills and Pregnancy
Women should never intentionally use birth control pills if they are pregnant. This eMedTV article offers more information on birth control pills and pregnancy, including information on how likely you are to become pregnant while using the pill.
Birth Control Pills and Weight Gain
Recent studies indicate that birth control pills do not cause weight gain in most women. This eMedTV article discusses the link between birth control pills and weight gain in more detail and offers tips for helping with any weight gain.
Birth control pills are used for preventing unintentional pregnancy. This eMedTV page further describes this form of contraception and lists possible side effects that may occur. Birth controll pill is a common misspelling of birth control pills.
Birth control pills are prescription medicines used to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV article explains how to take birth control pills and lists some side effects that may occur. Birth controll pills is a common misspelling of birth control pills.
| Bladder and Urinary Tract Injury -- Abdominal Hysterectomy Risks |
This video discusses possible bladder and urinary tract injuries.
| Bleeding and Blood Vessel Injury -- Abdominal Hysterectomy Risks |
Bleeding and blood vessel injury may occur during this procedure, which this media clip explains.
| Bleeding of the Mother or Child (Labor and Delivery) |
Bleeding of the mother or child is possible with childbirth, as this video segment explains.
Bleeding with a myomectomy can usually be treated successfully during surgery. However, as this eMedTV article explains, severe bleeding can result in the need for additional surgery or a blood transfusion.
| Blood Clots -- Abdominal Hysterectomy Risks |
This video clip deals with blood clots after surgery.
Botox is an injectable drug used to treat conditions ranging from facial wrinkles to muscle spasms. This eMedTV resource provides a brief overview of the drug and includes a link to more detailed information. Botax is a common misspelling of Botox.
Botox is often prescribed to treat facial lines, but it can be used for other reasons, too. This eMedTV page briefly describes the drug's effects, lists a few side effects, and links to more information. Botex is a common misspelling of Botox.
Botox is commonly used to treat frown lines and wrinkles, but it can also be used to treat other conditions. This eMedTV segment explains in detail what Botox is, how it is used, the drug's effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Botox alternatives can include certain dermatological procedures, creams, and other injection treatments. This eMedTV article describes these alternatives in detail, explaining why some people may consider them and offering a few pros and cons.