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First 90 days after starting antipsychotics are critical for monitoring diabetes risk, study finds

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First 90 days after starting antipsychotics are critical for monitoring diabetes risk, study finds
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The first 90 days after starting antipsychotic treatment are crucial for changes in blood sugar and weight, finds a new study led by UCL researchers. Second-generation antipsychotics are important treatments for severe mental illness, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. However, they can increase the risk of diabetes and weight gain.

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