It may help in recovery from injuries, strain, or overuse by facilitating the growth and repair of damaged tissues
Key Takeaways Topical corticosteroids like hydrocortisone 1-2.5% are first-line treatments urgent care providers prescribe for flare-ups, often combined with oral antihistamines like Benadryl or Zyrtec for immediate itch relief
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Pernicious anemia, however, can cause major health issues like nerve damage and heart failure if left untreated
These include: Lifestyle interventions (dietary advice, physical activity programmes) Licensed pharmacotherapy such as orlistat, or GLP-1 receptor agonists including semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy, NICE TA875) or tirzepatide (Zepbound) where clinically indicated and available Referral to tier 3 or tier 4 weight management services , including bariatric surgery assessment where appropriate Information on NHS weight management services and eligibility for licensed treatments is available via the NHS website and NICE guidance
Serious Complications (Very Rare): Extremely rare but possible severe side effects can include congestive heart failure in individuals with certain heart conditions, or polycythemia vera (a blood disorder)