Asking for additional testing when symptoms persist is reasonable and appropriate
Offered as a daily tablet, oral semaglutide provides a convenient alternative for those preferring a needle-free treatment
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People with IBS, especially those with constipation-predominant symptoms or a history of post-infectious IBS, may already have altered gut motility, which could increase vulnerability
We often start patients on semaglutide, optimize for four to six months, and move to tirzepatide only if progress stalls, since that sequencing tends to be kinder on the GI side and saves money for people who respond well to a single agonist