It is estimated that an equivalent number of procedures were likely performed within the private healthcare sector, thereby doubling the total number of bariatric surgeries in the country 9
Vitamin B12 is crucial for several physiological processes, including: Red blood cell formation deficiency leads to megaloblastic anaemia, characterised by large, immature red blood cells Neurological function B12 is required for myelin synthesis and nerve health DNA synthesis essential for cell division and growth Without adequate B12, patients may develop symptoms such as fatigue, pallor, shortness of breath, glossitis (sore tongue), paraesthesia (pins and needles), and in severe cases, neurological complications including peripheral neuropathy, ataxia, and cognitive impairment
Sharif Z, Sharif W
Population studies taking into account basal, absolute, and net increases of postmethionine-load homocysteine levels, in relation to dietary intake and methionine, folate, and status of vitamins B 6 and B 12 to confirm the involvement of methionine excess in both basal and postload hyperhomocysteinemia
In December 2024, the FDA gave Zepbound (tirzepatide) an additional approval to treat obstructive sleep apnea
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