A patient who lost weight but developed fatigue, constipation, under-eating, or muscle weakness may need a different strategy than a patient who lost weight steadily, maintained strength, and improved lab markers
Some doctors suspect that changes in bowel movements, such as constipation from semaglutide, could lead to an increased risk of hemorrhoids
It is also worth discussing your treatment if you have recently been diagnosed with a new medical condition, started a new medication, or experienced significant life changes such as surgery or major illness, as these can all affect how your body responds to treatment
Other precipitants include acute myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, and diabetic ketoacidosis (Box 128-4)
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