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Would weight loss injections be safe or eligible for someone with PBC who is overweight?

The search results don't provide specific information about weight loss injections (like GLP-1 medications) and their eligibility or safety for people with PBC. This is an important question to discuss directly with your healthcare Show Full Answer

Would weight loss injections be safe or eligible for someone with PBC who is overweight?

The search results don't provide specific information about weight loss injections (like GLP-1 medications) and their eligibility or safety for people with PBC. This is an important question to discuss directly with your healthcare provider.

Your situation is unique because:
- Your PBC has been well-controlled for 21 years on ursodeoxycholic acid
- You have additional conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and arthritis
- Weight is affecting your mobility

Your doctor will need to consider how weight loss medications might interact with your liver function and current medications. They can evaluate whether these treatments are appropriate given your overall health picture and PBC status.

It's worth noting that high cholesterol is very common in PBC (affecting 75-95% of people), but interestingly, it doesn't carry the same heart disease risk as it does in the general population.

Please schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss weight loss treatment options that would be safe and effective for your specific situation.

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