High blood pressure (HBP) is considered both a risk factor and a disease: HBP is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, increasing the likelihood of heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation
Red flags requiring medical evaluation include progressive weakness, bowel or bladder dysfunction, unexplained weight loss, fever, or worsening symptoms despite treatment
A licensed nurse administers your IV under medical oversight using sterile technique
Reduced appetite, early fullness, nausea, and food aversion are all part of how these medications suppress hunger and while thats the point, it creates a real problem: youre eating less, which means less protein, less fibre, fewer vitamins and minerals, and a growing risk of muscle loss
Glycolic can dry skin if not balanced by emollients
Using the correct dose matters too low limits effectiveness, too fast causes more side effects