Dermatologists usually focus not only on treating active acne but also on preventing long-term skin damage
GLP-1 medications may not be suitable for individuals with: History of pancreatitis (not recommended per UK SmPCs) Severe gastrointestinal disease or gastroparesis (caution advised) Diabetic retinopathy, particularly for semaglutide (requires monitoring) Pregnancy, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding (contraindicated
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This is achieved by mimicking the natural growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) in the body, effectively fooling the pituitary into thinking it needs to produce more GH
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