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In fact, surgery is rarely needed, and usually only considered if there is no change in symptoms or function after 3 months, or if there is extreme damage to the tendon
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When to call your provider Constipation is usually manageable, but see your provider if you experience fewer than three bowel movements per week for multiple consecutive weeks, severe abdominal pain or bloating, blood in your stool, or no relief from a combination of fiber, hydration, and OTC options
The options typically include semaglutide (covering branded products like Ozempic and Wegovy, plus compounded formulations ), tirzepatide (covering Mounjaro, Zepbound, and compounded versions), and increasingly, retatrutide
This is where the dilemma arises