Kids Articles A-Z
RSV symptoms can include fever, runny nose, cough, and wheezing. As this eMedTV article explains, they are often similar to symptoms of the common cold. This page describes several RSV symptoms, including severe symptoms such as rapid breathing.
As this eMedTV article explains, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) can be transmitted through contact with infected people or contaminated objects; transmission frequently occurs in late winter and early spring. This page discusses RSV transmission.
As this eMedTV segment explains, RSV treatment can range from medications to oxygen therapy. Because no treatment will kill RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), treatment focuses on relieving symptoms. This page covers treatment options for RSV.
As this eMedTV article explains, the RSV virus (respiratory syncytial virus) can cause respiratory infections such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia. This Web page provides an overview of the RSV virus and its transmission.
Scarlet fever is an illness that is characterized by a rash, fever, and sore throat. As this eMedTV Web page explains, it is caused by bacteria. This article discusses the cause, symptoms, treatment, and possible complications of scarlet fever.
Although uncommon, scarlet fever complications can include sinusitis, meningitis, pneumonia, and abscess. This eMedTV Web page describes possible scarlet fever complications and explains what causes them to occur.
As this eMedTV segment explains, a scarlet fever diagnosis involves asking questions about the patient's symptoms, performing a physical exam, and taking a throat culture. This page outlines how a doctor goes about making a scarlet fever diagnosis.
As this eMedTV page explains, scarlet fever (an illness characterized by a rash and sore throat) usually affects children under the age of 18. This page covers the symptoms, treatment, and possible complications of scarlet fever in children.
The scarlet fever rash looks like a sunburn and feels like a rough piece of sandpaper. As this eMedTV segment explains, it generally lasts six to nine days. This page provides an overview of this possible symptom of scarlet fever.
Scarlet fever symptoms can include a sore throat, rash, fever, and others. This section of the eMedTV library describes some of the possible scarlet fever symptoms and lists other illnesses that may have similar symptoms.
Scarlet fever transmission usually occurs by direct contact with saliva or mucus of an infected person. This eMedTV page covers the ways an infected person can transmit scarlet fever and also offers tips on preventing the spread of this illness.
Scoliosis is a disorder that is characterized by a sideways curvature of the spine. This portion of the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at scoliosis, including information on its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
A scoliosis brace is used to keep a spinal curve from getting worse. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes scoliosis braces in detail and includes information about the different types of braces that are available.
As this eMedTV page explains, in order to make a scoliosis diagnosis, your doctor will need to know your medical history, perform a physical exam, and order a number of tests, including an x-ray. This article explains how scoliosis is diagnosed.
There are no specific scoliosis exercises that are proven to affect the natural history of scoliosis. As this eMedTV article explains, however, exercise is important for well-being and is encouraged in people with scoliosis.
This eMedTV article provides several important facts about scoliosis, which is a sideways curvature of the spine. This page talks about scoliosis in detail, including information on how scoliosis can occur at any age and for no apparent reason.
As this eMedTV article explains, scoliosis of the spine (which is a sideways curve of the spine) can affect people at any age. This selection from the archives offers an in-depth look at scoliosis and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
The goal of scoliosis surgery is to balance the spine and stop the spine from continuing to curve. This eMedTV segment discusses this type of surgery in detail and provides a list of questions a patient might want to ask before the surgery.
Symptoms of scoliosis can include a waist that seems lopsided and shoulders that are at a different height. This eMedTV article talks about these and other scoliosis symptoms, such as pain (a common symptom of scoliosis in adults).
There are several options for scoliosis treatment, including observation, bracing, and surgery. This portion of the eMedTV library describes each treatment option in detail and explains the factors that a doctor considers when recommending treatment.
Scoliosis treatments include observation, bracing, and surgery. As this eMedTV page explains, the type of treatment recommended will depend on the patient's age and the type of scoliosis the patient has. This page discusses several treatment options.
Reported side effects of docosanol include headaches, painful menstrual periods, and infection. This page of the eMedTV library examines these and other side effects, explaining when they are likely to occur and what to tell your healthcare provider.
Side Effects of Imipramine Hydrochloride
Possible side effects of imipramine hydrochloride include constipation, tiredness, or dry mouth. This eMedTV resource lists other side effects that have been reported by adults, as well as side effects that have been seen in children.