Recognizing them helps set realistic expectations and supports consistency
By day 4 after a missed dose, drug levels have dropped enough that adding a late dose on top of what remains could create unpredictable effects
Additionally, they inhibit the secretion of glucagon, a hormone that raises blood sugar levels, and slow gastric emptying, leading to a prolonged feeling of fullness and reduced appetite
"When one has a decreased appetite, they may think that they do not need any insulin, and if [insulin is] held or dosed sub-optimally, it could theoretically increase the risk of DKA," said Dr
It's very normal to shed hair for a period of time during weight loss, and depending on factors like age and genetics, loose skin after weight loss is a possibility as well