Baton Rouge General’s Health Tip of the Week: What’s happening with your eyes, nails and hair on GLP-1s

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GLP-1 medications can help manage Type 2 diabetes and support weight loss, but potential connections to both good and not-so-good side effects continue to unfold. Some users report discoloration or nails separating from the nail bed, possibly linked to nutritional deficiencies. Rapid weight loss and inadequate calorie or nutrient intake may trigger increased hair shedding. And new research suggests a possible link between semaglutide and a rare condition that can cause sudden vision loss.

Learn how these medications and issues are connected, and how to protect yourself if you’re using one.