If long-term therapy is shown to be necessary to maintain health benefits, it may strengthen the case for broader insurance coverage and more consistent access to these medications. Overall, these studies reinforce the growing recognition of obesity as a long-term medical condition
Underwood, C.R., Garibay, P., Knudsen, L.B., Hastrup, S., Peters, G.H., Rudolph, R., Reedtz-Runge, S
As part of the incretin hormones, GLP-1 has three known mechanisms of action: activating glucose-dependent insulin secretions, thereby reducing plasma glucose, suppressing glucagon secretion, and delaying gastric emptying [3]
Acute pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and stomach paralysis have also been rarely reported with GLP-1 use
Common areas affected after GLP-1 weight loss: Face & Neck: Jowls, sagging cheeks, loose neck skin Breasts: Loss of volume and firmness Upper Arms: Bat wings from skin hanging under the triceps Abdomen & Flanks: Skin overhang or apron belly Buttocks & Thighs: Flattened or deflated contours The Problem of Skin Excess After Massive Weight Loss Whether weight loss is achieved through medication, lifestyle changes, or bariatric surgery, the skin often does not shrink back to match the new body contours