While these medications don't directly impair fertility, they can actually improve conception potential through metabolic optimizationparticularly in individuals with obesity-related reproductive dysfunction
GLP-1s are contraindicated in individuals with a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, a family history of such, or in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2
Its important to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss the potential risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of these procedures
Less frequent AEs like hypoglycemia, is mostly seen in combination with insulin or sulfonylureas (157) and some reports of pancreatobiliary complications are partially explained by direct altered absorption of bile acids, rapid weight loss or changes in the gallbladder motility with increased risk of pancreatitis, even though it is extremely rare (160)
Your provider will work with you to safely titrate your medication based on your progress and how your body responds
Fortunately, these side effects typically improve over time as your body adjusts to the medication