Reality television star Chloe Brockett has issued a stark health warning after revealing she's been left with permanent vision problems following her use of controversial weight loss injections.
The 23-year-old The Only Way Is Essex regular confessed that her pursuit of rapid weight loss has come at a devastating cost, with doctors confirming the damage to her eyesight may be irreversible.
'My World Went Blurry': The Shocking Side Effects
"I started getting these injections because everyone was talking about them," Brockett revealed. "They were the miracle solution everyone in the industry seemed to be using. But what started as a way to shed a few pounds quickly turned into a living nightmare."
The television personality described how she first noticed something was wrong when her vision began to blur unexpectedly. "At first I thought it was just tiredness or maybe I needed new glasses. But the blurriness persisted and then I started having trouble focusing properly."
Medical Diagnosis: Permanent Damage Confirmed
After seeking medical attention, Brockett received the devastating news that the weight loss jabs - believed to contain semaglutide, the active ingredient in medications like Ozempic - had caused lasting damage to her eyes.
"The doctors were very clear - this isn't something that's going to magically get better," she shared. "They explained that these injections can affect blood vessels in the eyes and in some cases, like mine, cause permanent changes to vision."
A Cautionary Tale for Followers
Now speaking out about her experience, Brockett hopes to prevent others from making the same mistake. "I see so many young people, especially on social media, promoting these quick fixes without mentioning the potential risks. I want people to understand that these aren't just simple weight loss tools - they're powerful medications with serious potential side effects."
The reality star emphasised that while the injections did help her lose weight, the cost was far too high. "What good is being thinner if you can't see properly? I'd give anything to go back and make a different choice."
Growing Concerns About Weight Loss Injections
Brockett's experience comes amid increasing medical concerns about the widespread use of weight loss injections, particularly among young people seeking quick results. Medical professionals have repeatedly warned that these treatments should only be used under strict medical supervision for approved conditions.
"I'm not telling people what to do," Brockett concluded, "but I am begging them to do proper research and speak to real doctors, not just influencers on Instagram. Your health is too precious to gamble with."
