Semaglutide helps with weight gain caused by antipsychotics

#WeightGain #Antipsychotics #Colitis DEAR DR. ROACH: I was wondering whether Ozempic might be prescribed for somebody who gained weight due to antipsychotics or drugs for depression. ... Continue Reading →

Liver specialist recommends removing cyst

#LiverCyst #Prediabetes #Metformin DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with several liver cysts over 15 years ago. My primary doctor and I followed the growth of the cysts by ultrasound, ... Continue Reading →

Complex jargon prevents patient from understanding diagnosis

#MiddleburyCT #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: After many bouts of pain in my left leg, I was referred for an MRI. They diagnosed me with left lumbar radiculitis, spondylolisthesis and lumbar ... Continue Reading →

Diabetes not limited to two main types

#Middlebury #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: Last year, at 57, I was diagnosed with Type 1 LADA diabetes. Initially I was put on insulin to get my blood sugar within the normal range. Then I ... Continue Reading →