Dr.SurgeonPGH said:Continuous glucose monitor patterns is not that straightforward in my experience
This is exactly right. Dr.SurgeonPGH articulated what I have been trying to explain to my doctor for months. The Continuous glucose aspect is the most important factor.
Reading this thread on Continuous glucose hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 287 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
13 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 62 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Continuous glucose — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
Dr.ObesityMed — that is really helpful context on Continuous glucose. Follow-up question: what labs did your doctor order to monitor this?
I am in a similar situation (just started) and trying to set realistic expectations.
To answer PedsEndoPhilly's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Continuous glucose monitor is an area where we have good evidence.
The short answer: baseline labs + quarterly monitoring is the standard of care.
The longer answer involves understanding the mechanism of action at the receptor level, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
Bookmarked 📌 The Continuous glucose info in this thread is essential. Coming back to this for sure.