If you experience side effects from the combination, don't stop either medication on your own
Key Takeaways Gynecomastia, affecting 35% of men, is often caused by hormonal imbalances and can persist after substantial weight loss, such as semaglutide (Wegovy), a medication which reduces appetite and body weight, but may not affect the glandular breast tissue characteristic of the condition
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They work by mimicking hormones that control hunger and blood sugar
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
For other women, though, they can cause symptoms such as frequent urination, excessive bleeding during and in-between periods, anemia, painful sex, and discomfort in the rectum