But I think it's because obesity really wasn't recognized as a disease
It means we could not check, and neither can you
Request referral to appropriate specialists if needed Liver assessment : Ensure proper diagnosis through blood tests, FIB-4 calculation, and if indicated, imaging (ultrasound or FibroScan) or ELF testing Specialist review : Hepatology or endocrinology input may be needed to assess suitability Clinical trials : Some patients may be eligible for research studies examining GLP-1 agonists in NAFLD/NASH Patients should be aware that even when prescribed, GLP-1 agonists require ongoing monitoring, lifestyle modification remains essential, and treatment should be reviewed regularly to assess response and tolerability
They identified a strong response endotype, which consisted of a subgroup of patients who saw significantly better outcomes than other participants
Ignoring side effects that affect nutrition, such as nausea, vomiting, or food aversions, can compound nutritional inadequacy
Other concerns include fluid around the heart, also known as pericardial effusion, and irregular heart rhythms, including a potentially dangerous condition called long QT syndrome. Even adults who have PCD but show no symptoms are at risk
