A pharmacist has revealed the potential pain-relieving properties of the type 2 diabetes drug Mounjaro, which could provide relief for millions of women battling endometriosis. This condition results in tissue akin to the lining of the uterus growing outside it.
The condition can lead to severe pelvic pain and potentially hinder fertility. Endometriosis can start with a woman's first menstrual cycle and persist until menopause.
A recent BBC report highlighted that endometriosis is forcing skilled women out of their jobs due to inadequate support and understanding from employers. Research indicates that women diagnosed with endometriosis often earn less due to decreased working hours. In some instances, they quit their jobs entirely because of the condition.
Hira Malik, co-founder and chief pharmacist at Oushk Pharmacy, and an expert in obesity, has shared her professional insights on how Mounjaro could be utilised to alleviate symptoms of endometriosis.
Mounjaro is a prescription-only treatment for type 2 diabetes, reports Surrey Live. It contai...
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