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Acarbose

Acarbose is a prescription drug that is licensed to lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how acarbose works to slow digestion of carbohydrates, lists potential side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.

Acarbose Alternatives

This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at a number of acarbose alternatives, such as lifestyle changes and other oral diabetes medications or injectable diabetes drugs. This page also explains when an alternative to acarbose might be necessary.

Acarbose and Blood Sugar

As this eMedTV page explains, low and high blood sugar levels are possible effects of acarbose. Blood sugar levels that are high or low can cause serious or life-threatening complications. This page also lists symptoms of high and low blood sugar.

Acarbose and Pregnancy

It is generally considered safe to take acarbose during pregnancy. This eMedTV segment explores acarbose and pregnancy, and explains how the FDA categorizes acarbose as a pregnancy Category B medication.

Acarbose Dosing

As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended starting acarbose dosage is usually 25 mg three times per day. This resource also highlights some factors that can affect acarbose dosing, such as how well your diabetes is controlled.

Acarbose Medication

Acarbose Overdose

It is possible to overdose on acarbose. This eMedTV Web page lists some acarbose overdose symptoms -- including gas, abdominal pain (or stomach pain), or diarrhea -- as well as some treatment options for a recent overdose.

Acromegalia

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder characterized by abnormal growth of the hands and feet. As this eMedTV page explains, acromegaly is usually caused by a benign tumor of the pituitary gland. Acromegalia is more commonly known as acromegaly.

Acromegalie

As this page from the eMedTV Web site explains, acromegaly occurs when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This article also covers possible causes and symptoms of acromegaly. Acromegalie is a common misspelling of acromegaly.

Acromegaly

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder that results when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This eMedTV article discusses this condition in detail, including information on possible symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Acromegaly and Who It Affects

It's estimated that 3 out of every 1 million people develop acromegaly each year and 40-60 people per 1 million have the disease at any given time. This page on the eMedTV site discusses these acromegaly statistics in more depth.

Acromegaly Causes

Common acromegaly causes include tumors, either pituitary or non-pituitary. In over 90 percent of patients, a pituitary tumor is the cause. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at the different acromegaly causes.

Acromegaly Research

Acromegaly research scientists are studying the genetic mutation that triggers the formation of the tumor in the first place. This page on the eMedTV site also covers other areas of current acromegaly research, like the search for new treatments.

Acromegaly Symptoms

A person with acromegaly may experience abnormal growth and swelling of the hands and feet. This eMedTV selection covers the most common acromegaly symptoms and includes information on why acromegaly is sometimes confused with other conditions.

Acromegaly Treatment

Acromegaly treatment options include surgical removal of the tumor, drug therapy, and radiation therapy. This eMedTV article discusses each form of treatment for acromegaly and provides links to additional information about acromegaly.

Acromeglia

Acromegaly is caused when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This eMedTV Web article takes a further look at acromegaly, including possible causes and symptoms. Acromeglia is a common misspelling of acromegaly.

Addeson's Disease

As this eMedTV page explains, Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands stop producing certain hormones. This page also describes potential symptoms and treatment options. Addeson's disease is a common misspelling of Addison's disease.

Addison Adrenal Disease

Addison adrenal disease occurs when the adrenal glands stop producing certain hormones. As this eMedTV article explains, the condition is usually characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, and fatigue.

Addison Disease

Addison's disease is an illness caused by a malfunction of the adrenal glands. This eMedTV page discusses the causes and symptoms of this disease and offers a link to more information. Addison disease is more commonly referred to as Addison's disease.

Addison Disease in Humans

Addison disease in humans occurs due to a malfunction of the adrenal glands. This selection from the eMedTV archives further discusses this incurable disease and its symptoms, and provides a link to more in-depth information.

Addison Disease Treatment

As this eMedTV article explains, treatments for Addison disease help control the illness by replacing the hormones that the adrenal glands aren't making. This page offers basic information on treatment options and provides a link to more information.

Addison's Desease

In people with Addison's disease, the adrenal glands stop making certain hormones. This eMedTV Web page provides a brief overview of this condition and a link to more information. Addison's desease is a common misspelling of Addison's disease.

Addison's Disease

Addison's disease is a condition characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, and low blood pressure. This eMedTV article further discusses the causes of the disease, possible symptoms, and treatments that are available.

Addison's Disease and Pregnancy

As explained in this eMedTV segment, most women dealing with the combination of Addison's disease and pregnancy have uncomplicated pregnancies. This article discusses medication regimens associated with Addison's disease and pregnancy.

Addison's Disease and Surgery

Because sufficient hormone production does not occur in people with Addison's disease, surgery often involves special treatment. This eMedTV Web page discusses Addison's disease and surgery, including information about hormone injections.

Addison's Disease in Humans

Addison's Disease Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses Addison's disease. Information includes its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and much more.

Addison's Disease Symptoms

Nausea, fatigue, and loss of appetite are some of the possible symptoms of Addison's disease. This eMedTV resource describes common Addison's symptoms and lists specific factors that can affect the symptoms a person may experience.

Addison's Disease Testing

Addison's disease testing involves lab tests and abdominal x-rays. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at specific lab tests used as Addison's disease tests, such as the CRH stimulation test.