This is information we did not have before and it should be included in discussions between patients and their doctors, especially if patients have other known optic nerve problems like glaucoma or if there is pre-existing significant visual loss from other causes. Graham McGeown, honorary professor of physiology at Queens University Belfast, said: This research does suggest an association between semaglutide treatment and one form of sight-threatening optic neuropathy, but this would ideally be tested in larger studies
Include a palm-sized portion of lean proteinsuch as chicken breast, turkey, white fish, prawns, or plant-based alternatives like tofu or beansto promote satiety and support muscle preservation during weight loss
doi:10.1136/jclinpath-2019-205997
Efficacy of micronized purified flavonoid fraction (Daflon ) on improving individual symptoms, signs and quality of life in patients with chronic venous disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trials
Understanding these symptoms helps patients better identify and address potential sleep issues while on the medication
