Physical inactivity reduces pelvic blood flow, weakens pelvic floor muscles, and can contribute to urinary stasis
It mimics the effects of a hormone called GLP-1, which the body naturally releases after a person eats food
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Mechanism of Action Semaglutide: Semaglutide mimics the action of the GLP-1 hormone , which increases insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon release and slows gastric emptying
When You Should Use the Longer (3-Month or More) Timeline Stick with the conservative 3-month approach if youre under 35 and have time to be conservative, youve had extended GLP-1 use (on medication for 6+ months), your baseline cycles were irregular before starting medication (especially with PCOS), youve had significant weight loss (50+ pounds) and need more time for metabolic stabilization, you need time to transition to pregnancy-safe diabetes medications and optimize glucose control, or you have a history of miscarriage and want to optimize conditions