The other is part of the conversation around new weight loss medications and the future of obesity care
If semaglutide causes inflammation in the muscles or tissues around the lower back, this could lead to pain
While there is no evidence of common structural or functional brain alterations in PAIS, probably due to its heterogeneous origin and lack of conceptualization, ME/CFS has been extensively studied with MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), as recently reviewed by Nelson et al
Furthermore, hypothyroid-induced decreases in gastrointestinal motility often clinically present as bloating, constipation, and impaired digestion, which further disrupts microbial stability (Xu et al., 2024)
This motivates the development of specific disposal regulations and continuous regulatory monitoring across manufacturers and consumers