Persistent vomiting and severe abdominal pain often indicate serious gastrointestinal injuries
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Patient education about expected side effects, dietary modifications (eating smaller meals, avoiding high-fat foods), and maintaining hydration can significantly improve tolerability and treatment adherence
Dina Hirsch, Northwell Healths clinical director of bariatric psychology and behavioral weight management, said in an email GLP-1 drugs, which work to reduce weight in part by quieting repetitive thoughts about eating, may have "neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects" that make them effective treatments for depression
The subcutaneous tissue in the upper arm is thinner than the abdomen or thigh for most individuals, so a 45-degree angle with a shorter needle often works better here
For others, particularly those with a history of restrictive eating patterns or disordered relationships with food, the medication's appetite-suppressing effects might trigger negative emotional responses or anxiety around eating
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