More serious but rare adverse events include pancreatitis (0.2% incidence), gallbladder disease requiring surgical intervention, and medullary thyroid carcinoma risk in genetically predisposed individuals (contraindicated in patients with personal or family history of MTC or MEN2 syndrome)
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by Julia Lloyd, MPH, RD, LDN, CDCES Spring 2026 GLP-1 medications are changing how people manage weight, blood sugar and metabolic health
However, addressing the underlying triggers can help slow the process and prevent prolonged shedding
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