The lens epithelium is particularly sensitive to oxidative stress, and oxidative damage of this layer of cells can result in the formation of lens opacities (Carper 1999
Ozempic and other thyroid conditions A meta-analysis of 45 clinical trials found that semaglutide didnt seem to increase the likelihood of developing any of these thyroid conditions: Goiter Thyroiditis, or inflammation of the thyroid Noncancerous thyroid masses or growths While the researchers note that more studies are needed to learn more about GLP-1s and thyroid conditions, current data suggests that Ozempic does not negatively impact the thyroid
Concerns about the potential association between certain diabetes medications and cardiovascular disease meant that in 2010 the FDA approved liraglutide on condition that Novo Nordisk conduct a post-marketing study to evaluate the drug's effect on the incidence of major cardiovascular events (Nielsen, DeChiaro, Goldman)
Conclusion The potential for GLP-1 RAs to serve as a therapeutic option in AS presents an exciting avenue for further exploration, particularly given the unmet need for treatments that slow the progression of kidney function decline in this patient population
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