Do not discontinue semaglutide without medical guidance, as addressing nutritional deficiencies and implementing lifestyle modifications often resolves symptoms without stopping the medication
One of the reasons we started the weight management program was that we saw patients coming in for tummy tucks and mommy makeovers who had more weight to lose and were not candidates for the surgery
Many people start at 2.55 g/day to test tolerance on Ozempic, then work up toward ~10 g/day if tolerated
There is limited evidence that prior cholecystectomy alters other risks associated with GLP-1 medications, and no specific UK contraindication exists
In people with fibromyalgia, the brain may overreact to normal pain signals, making them feel more intense
Any movement is better than none, and building a small, consistent habit matters more than hitting a specific target