Mild allergic reactions may include: itching rash localised swelling More severe reactions can involve: swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat difficulty breathing or swallowing dizziness a widespread rash These symptoms can develop rapidly
The economic burden totals $412.9 billion annually, including $306.6 billion in direct medical costs ^33
Some of the risk factors include: Genetic Predisposition : Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have a higher genetic susceptibility to insulin resistance Obesity : Higher rates of overweight and obesity, especially central obesity Diet : High consumption of processed foods, sugary drinks, and refined carbohydrates contributes to insulin resistance Physical Inactivity : Sedentary lifestyles can lead to lower insulin sensitivity Socioeconomic Factors : Limited access to healthcare, healthy food options, education, and preventive care High Rates of Metabolic Syndrome : A cluster of conditions like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and excess abdominal fat Leilani also has high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol levels with a high LDL, fatty liver disease (now referred to as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease or MASLD) which was diagnosed recently from an elevated liver function test, and chronic kidney disease (CKD)
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