For patients with low semen volume and abnormalities in semen pH, transrectal ultrasound can be used to evaluate for ejaculatory duct obstruction
Recommended Follow-Up Schedule | Timepoint | Assessments | |-----------|-------------| | 4 weeks post-stop | Weight, waist circumference, appetite assessment | | 8 weeks post-stop | Fasting glucose, lipid panel, blood pressure | | 12 weeks post-stop | Full metabolic panel, weight trajectory review, decision point for restarting | | 6 months post-stop | Comprehensive reassessment including HbA1c if applicable | When to Restart The Obesity Medicine Association clinical practice statements recommend re-initiating pharmacotherapy if a patient regains more than 5% of their lost weight within 6 months of stopping, particularly if comorbidities worsen [11]
The most common side effects were nausea, constipation, and diarrhea , and they were generally mild to moderate in severity
These treatments are perfect for eliminating fat that does not respond to diet and exercise, with no downtime required
Although GLP-1s are meant to be a forever medication, there might come a time when you need to wind down your relationship with the med
Sourcing or using them without proper medical oversight carries risks that go well beyond a poor outcome
