tenecteplase
Tenecteplase is a thrombolytic (THROM-bo-LIT-ik) drug, sometimes called a "clot-busting" drug. It helps your body produce a substance that dissolves unwanted blood clots. Tenecteplase is used to prevent death in people who have had a heart attack (acute myocardial infarction). Tenecteplase may also be used for...
teniposide
Teniposide is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Teniposide is used to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia (a type of blood cancer) in children. Teniposide is usually given after other cancer medications have been tried without successful treatment. Teniposide may...
Tennis Elbow
Covers symptoms of tennis elbow, including pain around the elbow. Covers activities that increase risk, like gardening, swimming, or golf. Looks at treatment options, including surgery. Offers prevention tips, including photos of exercises that may help.
Tennis Elbow: Should I Have Surgery?
Guides through the decision to have surgery for tennis elbow (also called lateral epicondylitis). Explains how surgery is done. Covers risks. Lists reasons for and against surgery. Includes interactive tool to help you make your decision.
Tennis Elbow: Stretches and Strengthening Exercises
Follow instructions from your physical therapist or other health professional for stretching and strengthening exercises. Stretching exercises are controlled stretches that prevent tennis elbow stiffness and tendon shortening. Gently bend, straighten, and rotate your wrist. If you have increasing...
tenofovir
Tenofovir is an antiviral medicine that is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Tenofovir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Tenofovir is also used to treat chronic hepatitis B. Tenofovir is for use in adults and children at least 2 years old and weighing at least 22 pounds...
Tension Headaches
Covers causes and symptoms of tension headaches. Looks at managing headaches with over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Includes stress reduction and getting sleep and exercise. Includes getting treatment for depression or anxiety.
Tension-Free Vaginal Tape for Stress Incontinence in Women
Stress incontinence in women can cause frequent involuntary release of urine during activities that put pressure on your bladder, such as coughing or laughing. The tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) procedure is designed to provide support for a sagging urethra so that when you cough or move vigorously or suddenly, the...
teprotumumab
Teprotumumab is used to treat thyroid eye disease (sometimes called Graves Eye Disease). Thyroid eye disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks tissues around the eyes. Symptoms include dry or watery eyes, eye redness, bulging eyes, vision problems, and difficulty closing the eyes. Teprotumumab...
terazosin
Terazosin is an alpha-adrenergic blocker. Terazosin is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Terazosin is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medication. Terazosin is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Terazosin may also be used for purposes...
terbinafine
Terbinafine is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Terbinafine tablets are used to treat infections caused by fungus that affect the fingernails or toenails. Terbinafine oral granules are used to treat a fungal infection of scalp hair follicles in children who are at least 4 years old...
terbinafine topical
Terbinafine is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Terbinafine topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm infections. Terbinafine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
terbutaline (oral/injection)
Terbutaline is a bronchodilator that is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing) in people with lung conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema. Terbutaline is for use in adults and children at least 12 years old. Terbutaline may also be used for purposes not listed...
terconazole vaginal
Terconazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Terconazole vaginal (for use in the vagina) is used to treat vaginal Candida (yeast) infections. Terconazole vaginal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
teriflunomide
Teriflunomide is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Teriflunomide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
teriparatide
Teriparatide is a man-made form of parathyroid hormone that exists naturally in the body. Teriparatide increases bone mineral density and bone strength, which may prevent fractures. Teriparatide is used to treat osteoporosis caused by menopause, steroid use, or gonadal failure. This medicine is for use when you have a...
Terrorism and Other Public Health Threats
Public health threats are events or disasters that can affect you and your community. Examples of public health threats are: Natural disasters. Disease outbreaks. Accidents involving hazardous substances. Terrorist attacks. Public health threats can affect air quality, cause shortages of safe water and food, and...
tesamorelin
Tesamorelin is made with growth hormone-releasing factor (GRF). Tesamorelin is used to reduce excess fat around the stomach that is caused by taking certain HIV medications. This condition is also called lipodystrophy (LYE-poe-DIS-troe-fee). Tesamorelin is not a weight-loss medication and should not be used to treat...
Testicular Biopsy
A testicular biopsy is a test to remove a small sample of tissue from one or both testicles. The tissue is then looked at under a microscope to see if the man is able to father a child. The testicles (testes) are oval-shaped glands that hang in the scrotum under the base of the penis. The testes produce sperm (which...
Testicular Cancer
Discusses cancer that occurs when cells that are not normal grow out of control in testicles (testes). Covers testicular self-exam (TSE). Discusses germ-cell tumors called seminomas and nonseminomas (also called NSGCTs). Covers treatment.
Testicular Cancer Screening
Testicular cancer is not common. It is often first discovered by the man himself, or his sex partner, as a lump or an enlarged and swollen testicle. In the early stages of testicular cancer, the lump, which may be about the size of a pea, usually is not painful. Testicular cancer has a high cure rate. Experts have...