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As this eMedTV article explains, glaucoma is a group of incurable eye diseases that are characterized by high pressure in the eye, damage to the optic nerve, and other problems. This page covers the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of glaucoma.
Because glaucoma can severely reduce your ability to see, it may interfere with your ability to drive. This eMedTV Web page talks about glaucoma and driving. This page also lists several sources of help for those who are no longer able to drive.
Glaucoma and eye pressure, although they typically go hand in hand, are not always linked. This portion of the eMedTV library provides a thorough explanation of the relationship between glaucoma and eye pressure.
Low vision services are available to help people with glaucoma make the most of their remaining vision. This eMedTV article discusses glaucoma and low vision, including information on where to find help and referrals.
A glaucoma cure currently does not exist, but there are many things you can do to help protect your vision. This eMedTV resource discusses the possibility of finding a glaucoma cure and offers tips on protecting your vision.
As this eMedTV article explains, a glaucoma diagnosis is based on the results of a comprehensive eye exam. This segment describes the tests that are used to make a diagnosis of glaucoma, including the "air puff" test that many people are familiar with.
Although glaucoma laser surgery can stop the progression of glaucoma, it can't repair existing damage. This eMedTV Web page contains important information about glaucoma laser surgery, including what to expect before and after the procedure.
There are several types of glaucoma medications, including beta-blockers, miotics and adrenergic agonists. This eMedTV article describes these medications and explains how they can help stop the progression of glaucoma.
By asking many glaucoma questions during your eye appointment, you can better understand your condition. This eMedTV page provides a list of specific questions you can ask your doctor about glaucoma.
Glaucoma research is focused on finding the cause of glaucoma and developing better treatment methods. This eMedTV segment discusses the progress and newest findings of current glaucoma research studies.
Generally, glaucoma surgery is performed when other efforts have failed to control pressure in the eye. This eMedTV resource describes the process of glaucoma surgery, including information on potential risks and expected results.
Glaucoma symptoms can develop in one or both eyes and may include narrowed vision or blindness. As this eMedTV page explains, however, glaucoma symptoms will vary depending on the type of glaucoma that a person has.
As this eMedTV article explains, glaucoma treatment (such as medications, surgery, and laser surgery) should be administered as soon as possible to avoid more serious vision complications. This page takes a look at various glaucoma treatment options.
A Gleason score of 2 to 10 is used to grade whether a prostate tumor is likely to be slow-growing or to metastasize (spread). This eMedTV article explains the process by which a Gleason score is determined.
This eMedTV resource describes how glyburide works to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It also lists possible symptoms of a glyburide overdose and links to more information. Gliburide is a common misspelling of glyburide.
This portion of the eMedTV library describes how glimepiride can lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This segment also explains some symptoms of a glimepiride overdose. Glimeperide is a common misspelling of glimepiride.
Glimepiride is a prescription medicine used to control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV article explains how glimepiride works by increasing insulin production and also highlights dosing guidelines and potential side effects.
This eMedTV article explores glimepiride and depression, explaining that depression does not appear to be a common or rare side effect of glimepiride. This page also explains what to do if you notice any symptoms of depression while taking the drug.
Generally, people with type 2 diabetes may be given a starting dose of 1 mg or 2 mg of glimepiride. This eMedTV page covers some glimepiride dosing guidelines and tips on when and how to take the drug. The dose can be slowly increased if necessary.
This eMedTV article explains that glimepiride helps to treat type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels. This page also lists possible side effects and explains what will determine your dosage. Glimiperide is a common misspelling of glimepiride.
Glipizide may be prescribed to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works and lists some potential side effects to be aware of. Glipazide is a common misspelling of glipizide.
Glipizide is a prescription medicine that is approved to control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works to help the pancreas produce more insulin, outlines potential side effects, and more.
This segment of the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at some of the glipizide alternatives available, such as lifestyle changes and other diabetes medications. This page also explains when an alternative to glipizide might be necessary.
As this eMedTV resource discusses, low and high blood sugar levels are possible effects of glipizide. Blood sugar levels can cause serious or even life-threatening complications, which this page also highlights. Possible symptoms are listed as well.
This eMedTV article explores glipizide and depression, explaining why depression does not appear to be a common side effect of the drug. This page also highlights some symptoms of depression, such as feelings of hopelessness and decreased energy.
Glipizide and metformin is a prescription medicine that lowers blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV resource explains how the medication works to control blood sugar, lists possible side effects, and offers dosing information.
Glipizide and Metformin Dosing
This eMedTV Web page describes the usual doses of glipizide and metformin prescribed when starting the drug. This page also offers tips on taking the medication and explains factors that affect glipizide and metformin dosing.
Glipizide and Metformin Information
Glipizide and Metformin Side Affects
This eMedTV page explains that there are some potential side effects of glipizide and metformin, such as diarrhea and upper respiratory infections. Glipizide and metformin side affects is a common misspelling of glipizide and metformin side effects.
Glipizide and Metformin Side Effects
This eMedTV article lists some of the more common glipizide and metformin side effects, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, and urinary tract infections. This page also highlights some of the more serious side effects, such as allergic reaction.