When the eye blinks, the lid pushes the tears across the eye into the drains (puncta) at the inner corner. The drains empty into channels (canaliculi) that connect the eye with the nose. The channels drain into a tear sac (lacrimal sac) that lies beside the nose. The sac narrows into the tear duct (lacrimal duct), which...
Tebentafusp is used to treat adults with a type of cancer in the eye called uveal melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. Your doctor will make sure you have the correct tumor type to be treated with tebentafusp. Tebentafusp may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
(te ben' ta fusp)
In a technetium-labeled red blood cell bleeding scan, blood is taken from you, and a small amount of radioactive material called technetium is added to the blood. The blood with the technetium is then injected back into your bloodstream. Red blood cells with the technetium attached to them accumulate at the location of...
Teclistamab is used to treat adults with multiple myeloma who have received at least 4 treatment regimens and their cancer has returned or did not respond to a previous treatment. . Teclistamab is available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program. Teclistamab may also be used for purposes not listed in...
Brand Name(s): Tecvayli ®
Tecovirimat is used to treat smallpox disease caused by the Variola virus in people who weigh at least 7 pounds (3 kg). Tecovirimat may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
(te diz' oh lid)
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Tedizolid is an antibiotic that is used to treat skin infections in adults, including "MRSA" staph infections. Tedizolid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
(te diz' oh lid)
For treating bacterial infection. Brand Name(s): Sivextro. Generic Name: Tedizolid Phosphate.
For treating bacterial infection. Brand Name(s): Sivextro. Generic Name: Tedizolid Phosphate.
Teduglutide is used to treat short bowel syndrome in adults and children at least 1 year old who depend on intravenous (parenteral) feeding to receive nutrition. . Teduglutide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
(te'' due gloo' tide)
This medicine will be given to you at home. This medicine is used by injecting it into the skin. Please ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist for the correct places on your body where this medicine can be injected. Read and make sure you understand the instructions for measuring dose and using syringe. If you have any...
What is teen substance use? Many teens try substances like alcohol or drugs. Some try them only a few times and stop. Teens who keep using substances may form a strong need for them. This can lead to substance use disorder. Substances teens may try include tobacco, alcohol, marijuana or other drugs, household products...
Learn about common behaviors and problem behaviors in teens.
If you want to save this information but don't think it is safe to take it home, see if a trusted friend can keep it for you. Plan ahead. Know who you can call for help, and memorize the phone number. Be careful online too. Your online activity may be seen by others. Do not use your personal computer or device to read...
Provides links to how-to information about teen health. Includes info on acne, bullying, depression, headaches, and tobacco use. Covers talking with your teen about sex and responding to substance use. Also covers anorexia and bulimia.
There are many good reasons to quit using tobacco products. Think about your main reasons, and focus on them. Maybe you want to be a healthy adult. It could be that you need to save money. Or maybe you don't want to smell like smoke. Your doctor will be a big help guiding you along the way. And there are many other...
Your teen will need a complete evaluation to determine the level of substance use and the presence of other mental health or medical conditions. If you need to place your teen in a treatment program, look for one that uses evidence-based practices to treat substance use. Cost may also be an important factor to consider...
Putting a plan for avoiding alcohol and substance use in writing will help your teen make good decisions in the future. Using the example below, have your teen help you write the contract. Teens feel more responsible for their actions when they are part of the rule-making process. The symbolism of signing a contract...
Teens' biological clocks change during puberty. Adolescents and teens tend to fall asleep later at night and to sleep later in the morning than younger children do. This pattern can cause problems, because school schedules often require that teens get up early for classes. Some teens may become sleep deprived. They may...
Learn how expressing your negative feelings about asthma will help you feel better.
Hear how other teens got past the things that kept them from healthier eating.
The teen years may be the hardest time for young people with diabetes and their parents. Normal teen behaviors include going to bed late, sleeping late, and eating meals at varying times. These behaviors combined with the normal cycle of rapid growth spurts and periods of slow growth make it hard to keep a teen's blood...
Learn how you can support your friend who self-injures.
See how other teens have gotten more active and had fun too.
Learn how to end an unhealthy friendship.
