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Medications
… is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be … Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking glyburide and each time you get a refill. If you have …
Medical tests
… A CA-125 test measures the amount of this protein in the blood. CA-125 is used as a tumour marker , which means the … may do a CA-125 test to find out where the cancer started. High levels of CA-125 are a strong sign that the cancer … and a transvaginal ultrasound for women who have a very high risk of ovarian cancer, such as those with BRCA gene …
Health topics
… so it is easier to damage. The chance of skin damage is higher for people who can't move much, or who spend most of … The skin can develop rashes and sores, especially pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). These … are caused by constant pressure, which can limit the blood supply to the skin. Skin also can be damaged by sweat, …
Medications
… needs. Uses This combination product is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or … kidney disease liver disease diabetes low blood flow to the brain (cerebrovascular insufficiency) …
Health topics
… Overview Autonomic dysreflexia is a syndrome in which the blood pressure of a person with a spinal cord injury (SCI) suddenly goes very high. Symptoms include: A pounding headache. A flushed face …
Medications
… agitation, shaking, and headache. A rapid rise in blood pressure may also occur if the drug is suddenly stopped. The … is greater if you have used this drug for a long time or in high doses, or if you are also taking a beta blocker (such …
Medical tests
… A vitamin D test measures the amount of vitamin D in the blood. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium . Calcium … that isn't in the normal range may still be normal for you. High values High levels of vitamin D can be caused by: … problem that causes growth delays before and after birth. Taking too many vitamin D supplements. Low values Low levels …
Health topics
… That's because the growing uterus puts increasing upward pressure on the stomach. Symptoms of heartburn and symptoms … may include chocolate, mint, alcohol, pepper, spicy foods, high-fat foods, or drinks with caffeine in them, such as … and inflammation of the stomach ( gastritis ). Vomiting of blood may mean bleeding in the digestive tract, often from …
Medications
… these serious side effects occur: abdominal swelling black/bloody stools constipation dizziness fast heartbeat severe … that looks like coffee grounds This medication may cause high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Tell your … and other salicylates (such as salsalate) certain blood pressure medications (including ACE inhibitors such as …
Health topics
… to drink less. Drinking can lead to cancer, liver problems, high blood pressure, and other health problems. Your risk of harm from …
