Hypoglycemia Older adults are at a higher risk of hypoglycemia for many reasons, including: Insulin deficiency Progressive renal insufficiency Unidentified cognitive deficits, causing difficulty in complex self-care activities (e.g., glucose monitoring, adjusting insulin doses) Pharmacological Therapy Special care is required in prescribing and monitoring pharmacological therapy in older adults (55)
The risk is likely lower for patients who are already at or near their goal weight and switching for maintenance purposes, but nutritional vigilance remains essential
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When it hits liquid in your digestive tract, it forms a gel-like substance that moves through your system with relative smoothness
GLP-1 patches have gained traction largely through social media , particularly TikTok, where they're promoted by paid influencers
Know your options : If GLP-1s arent sustainable, other medications or bariatric surgery might be a better long-term solution
