LVPW, left ventricular posterior wall thickness
The abdomen (excluding a two-inch radius around the navel), front and outer thighs, and back of the upper arms all provide suitable injection sites with adequate subcutaneous tissue
Record when the pain begins, how long it lasts, which joints are affected, and whether it returns after each weekly dose
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists (e.g., semaglutide in Ozempic and Wegovy) and the dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) work by mimicking naturally occurring hormones that regulate blood glucose and appetite
Lots of research suggests such medications must be used indefinitely to maintain weight loss and related health benefits
Safety should always be your first priority