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GLP-1 Drugs Linked to Hair Loss | Science News
New research from Penn Medicine links popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro to a higher risk of hair loss, based on analysis of nearly 40,000 patients. While anecdotal reports existed before, this study offers the first direct comparison showing GLP-1 drugs lead to significantly more alopecia than other diabetes meds — and reassuringly, it’s likely reversible. Scientists suspect rapid weight loss from these drugs may disrupt hormones or nutrients, affecting hair growth. Though the study can’t prove causation, it’s a major step toward understanding this side effect…
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