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Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson wrote in the Daily Mail that he asked his doctor about taking semaglutide after he noticed some colleagues were suddenly thinner, who told him he was an "ideal candidate." "I must have been losing four or five pounds a week maybe more when all at once it started to go wrong
Important red flags that require immediate medical attention include: Severe, persistent abdominal pain (possibly radiating to the back) with or without vomiting, which may suggest acute pancreatitis Right upper quadrant pain, fever, or yellowing of the skin/eyes, which could indicate gallbladder disease Reduced urine output or marked dehydration from persistent gastrointestinal symptoms Sudden changes in vision, particularly in those with diabetic retinopathy Cardiovascular symptoms such as palpitations, chest discomfort, or lightheadedness should prompt immediate medical review
Sore throats and skin issues may occur in a lot of people, but unless these problems are severe, they do not indicate the discontinuation of the drug
Potential Side Effects: What You Need to Know No medication is without its downsides
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