Dr.SurgeonPGH said:Complete bloodwork journey monthly is not that straightforward in my experience
This is exactly right. Dr.SurgeonPGH articulated what I have been trying to explain to my friends for months. The Complete bloodwork aspect is what made the difference for me.
Reading this thread on Complete bloodwork hits close to home. Dad of 2 checking in — I started at 285 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
11 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 60 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Complete bloodwork — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
PedsEndoPhilly — that is really helpful context on Complete bloodwork. Follow-up question: how long did you wait before increasing your dose?
I am in a similar situation (week 4) and trying to set realistic expectations.
To answer Admin's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Complete bloodwork journey is a reasonable concern that deserves a thorough answer.
The short answer: the evidence supports this approach for most patients.
The longer answer involves reviewing the specific clinical trial data relevant to your question, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
Bookmarked 📌 The Complete bloodwork info in this thread is essential. Coming back to this for sure.