At first glance, this may appear to be a relatively small contribution
These numbers have sparked a deeper look into this concerning side effect
Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune disorder that prevents the absorption of vitamin B12 due to a lack of intrinsic factora protein produced by the stomach lining
In rare cases, GLP-1 medications have been associated with more serious complications, including pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying), bowel obstruction, and acute kidney injury, particularly when prolonged nausea and vomiting lead to dehydration
Control targets Achieving good glycemic control may avoid or delay the appearance of micro- and macrovascular complications, as has been shown by different studies involving long periods of follow-up.11 It is therefore recommended that very strict control should be achieved in the early stages of diabetes management (glycosylated hemoglobin [HbA1c] 8.5% in symptomatic patients