The urologist responsible for raining on the Ozempic penis parade is Dr Martina Ambardjieva, who told HuffPost: As a urologist, I can say theres no evidence that semaglutide (Ozempic) or other GLP-1 agonists cause actual penile tissue growth, However, there is a plausible physiological explanation for why some men perceive their penis to be larger after significant weight loss. So apparently, it's all to do with the fat around your penis reducing, but to many, a win is a win - right
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GLP-1 medications have also been associated with: Worsening of diabetic retinopathy Exacerbation of age-related macular degeneration Optic nerve complications, including NAION These risks dont mean you should stop taking your medication, but they do show why its important to have an eye exam before starting and regular follow-up exams while on treatment
