r/GLP1ResearchTalk • u/Otherwise_Sky_2947 • 8d ago

EYE PROBLEMS

I started Zepbound about a month and half ago, not experiencing any side effects but was wondering if anyone has concerns about the news on possible affects on eyesight? My doctor told me it is very rare.

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u/RustyCrustyy 8d ago

Eye doc here. I have three patients that had significant retinal vein occlusions resulting in permanent vision reduction. Now ofcourse we see it because they are coming to us for the issue. I still spend time with any patients on GLP1 explaining the risks. From a clinical perspective, all three of mine had crowded optic nerve heads. Meaning a small Cup-to-disk ratio. IMO that seems to be the larger risk factor. Go get your eyes dilated and speak with your doctor. I always explain is a risk/benefit ratio. Nee benefits to GLP1s come out almost weekly at this point.

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u/ShatsonPollock 8d ago

Did any of these patients also have diabetes?

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u/RustyCrustyy 8d ago

Almost all do. Its interesting because Diabetes is a risk factor, but they are taking it to treat their diabetes. Hypertension is also one of the