MEN 2 is a rare genetic condition that causes tumors to grow in the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands, lips, mouth, eyes and digestive tract
Seong AH, Lii YI, Lee J, Choi S, Kim IA, Suk J, et al
Because GLP-1 medications reduce appetite and food intake, it can be difficult to meet daily nutrient and protein requirements
Ozempic teeth is the unofficial term for a number of dental issues that people who use Ozempic begin to experience, which can include decaying teeth, bad breath, and gum disease. The term isnt a formally recognized medical diagnosis, but rather an umbrella phrase gaining traction to describe a cluster of oral health concerns that some users of GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic are experiencing
However, tirzepatide showed superior weight loss results in head-to-head comparisons, with participants losing an average of 22.5% of body weight compared to 14.9% with semaglutide in the SURMOUNT-2 trial