Last reviewed: June 15, 2026 Last updated: June 15, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
Digestive Issues: Nausea, bloating, or diarrhea (rare)
The popularity of Ozempic has skyrocketed recently with so many people using it for weight loss
Factors that increase the risk of prediabetes include: Having obesity or a large waist size Being 35 or older Having a family history of diabetes Having a medical history of gestational diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), or sleep apnea Not being physically active Treatment for prediabetes includes lifestyle changes such as an active lifestyle, a balanced diet, and stress management
NAIONs pathophysiology remains incompletely understood but involves vascular dysregulation, possibly exacerbated by drug-induced sympathetic nervous system changes and optic nerve head vulnerabilities such as a smaller Bruchs membrane opening