Many patients notice reduced hunger or improved fullness within the first few weeks
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Alcohol can trigger symptoms by boosting stomach acid production and irritating the esophagus
In women, hormone levels can be thrown off by many factors, including: Pregnancy Giving birth Diabetes Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Birth control medications Stress In men, hormonal issues may be caused by: Decreased testosterone levels Adrenal fatigue (caused, again, by high levels of stress) Hypothyroidism Stress When youre stressed, your body produces cortisol, a hormone that increases your heart rate and blood pressure
In these cases, patients may have claims for negligence, lack of informed consent, or inadequate monitoring