For patients with suspected advanced liver disease, calculating the Fibrosis-4 (FIB-4) index can help determine the need for hepatology referral
Semaglutide is an effective medication for weight loss and diabetes, but some people may experience digestive side effects, including acid reflux
Reducing intake of gas-producing foods can significantly alleviate symptoms
Recent clinical studies on these drugs seem to offer new hope for some conditions, such as age related macular degeneration and uveitis, they highlight, but with potential risks of severe, though rare, ocular complications, such as ION, for others. 10/03/2026 Notes for editors Short report: Ischemic optic neuropathy with semaglutide: global observational analysis of sex- and formulation- specific risk Doi:10.1136/bjo-2025-328483 Commentary: Effects of anti-obesity medications in the retina: a gathering storm or sunshine ahead
But it is not available through standard medical channels yet
Symptoms and Complications : UTIs in individuals with diabetes can be more severe and harder to treat