Discussing the treatment with the patient, ordering and interpreting tests, and ongoing monitoring of the patients condition are all part of the practice of medicine
This organized communication involves a complex interplay of hormones and nerve signals (there are 100 million neurons in your digestive tract, controlling movement and absorption!)
There have been some reports of liver-related side effects with semaglutide, but they are rare
GLP-1s may be suitable for individuals with a BMI of 30+, or 27+ with obesity-related conditions, who prefer a non-surgical approach
A: Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, or appetite loss , especially in the first few weeks
In clinical trials Wegovy has shown an average weight loss of 15-20% of body weight for its participants over 68 weeks