Plateaus Are Normal: What to Expect: Initial rapid loss (first 3 months) Continued steady loss (months 4-12) Plateau period (months 13-18) Final adjustments (months 19-24) Plateaus dont mean failure: Natural part of weight loss Body adjusting to new weight May need dose optimization Continue medication to maintain loss Non-Scale Victories: Results Beyond the Number: Even if weight loss is slower than hoped, patients experience: Reduced waist circumference: Lost inches even when scale stalls Better blood pressure: 5-10 mmHg reduction common Improved blood sugar: A1C reductions of 1-2 points Better cholesterol: 10-20% improvement in lipids Increased energy: From weight loss and metabolic improvements Improved mobility: Easier movement, less joint pain Better sleep: Improvement in sleep apnea Enhanced quality of life: Confidence, mood, relationships These improvements matter regardless of exact pounds lost
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Typical monitoring might involve checking thyroid function every 3 to 6 months during active weight loss, then returning to standard annual monitoring once weight stabilizes
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In addition to GLP-1 injectables, we also prescribe oral medications like Phentermine , Qsymia , and Contrave when appropriate