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… who: footnote 2 Are middle-aged and older. The chance of getting glaucoma gets higher as you age. Have a family history of glaucoma. Have high eye pressure (high intraocular pressure). Are people of African … surgery, such as cataract surgery. Have diabetes. Have low blood pressure (hypotension) or high blood pressure
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… B12 deficiency anemia? Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is a blood problem that occurs when your body doesn't have enough of this vitamin. Your … make you feel weak and tired. What causes it? Most people get more than enough B12 from eating meat, eggs, milk, and …
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… on whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. A1c blood test. This test shows the average level of blood sugar … whether blood sugar levels have been staying within your target range. How often: Every 3 to 6 months Goal: A blood sugar level in your target range Blood pressure test. This test measures the pressure of blood flow …
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… Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin … consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Also, you may experience … (such as heart failure, recent heart attack) high blood pressure thyroid problems kidney disease liver disease …
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… the wall of the urethra. To prevent the temperature from getting too high outside the prostate, a temperature sensor … and urine flow better than the alpha-blocker terazosin when checked 6 months and 18 months later. footnote 1 … of urine (urge incontinence). Irritation of the urethra and blood in the urine (though not as much as with TURP). Men …
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… can cause problems in children and teens, including: Higher blood pressure. Sleep problems. Energy drinks may make existing … The sugars can also lead to dental problems. Withdrawal. When your body gets used to a lot of caffeine and then you …
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… doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal. When this medication is used for a long time, it may not … (including chest pain, irregular heartbeat) high blood pressure liver problems mental/mood disorders (such as …
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… medication provided by your pharmacist. Learn ahead of time when and how to use your brand of epinephrine, and get … or your risk for an allergic reaction. These include high blood pressure, breathing disorders such as asthma, or heart …
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… Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing Automated Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Bullectomy for COPD Cal's Story: Learning to Exercise When You Have COPD Chronic Illness: Help for Caregivers …
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… as asthma, emphysema) diabetes glaucoma heart problems high blood pressure kidney problems liver disease seizures … During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with …