The active G6PD enzyme is also referred to as the G form of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
Common symptoms of SFN include: Burning pain, typically beginning in the feet and sometimes spreading to the hands Sharp, shooting, or electric-like pain Numbness and tingling Allodynia (pain from normally non-painful stimuli, like light touch) Hyperalgesia (increased sensitivity to pain) Autonomic symptoms such as abnormal sweating, blood pressure fluctuations, digestive issues, and bladder dysfunction Skin changes in affected areas SFN can be particularly challenging to diagnose because standard nerve conduction studies, which are commonly used to evaluate peripheral neuropathies, primarily assess large fiber function and often miss small fiber damage
Patients with a history of thyroid cancer, thyroid nodules, or medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in the family should disclose this to their PlexusDx clinician before starting tirzepatide, as GLP-1 agonists carry a theoretical risk signal for C-cell proliferation in animal models
In this #IronStrong Blog, we'll examine the reasons behind these failures, explore the steps to take when faced with a failed Bac-T test, and, most importantly, discuss actionable strategies for remediation and prevention
CJC-1295 (with DAC) provides sustained background GH elevation lasting days, while Ipamorelin creates acute GH pulses
Most labs are covered by insurance, and if not, they typically cost around $180 out of pocket
