“In practice: patients and clinicians should look at the scalp (itching, redness, scaling) and not only at hair shedding when starting or monitoring GLP-1 RA therapy; nail changes should be interpreted in the context of the patient’s overall health rather than automatically blamed on the drug, while persistent or progressive nail detachment deserves dermatological attention”

Important to note this is a singular study that hasn’t undergone peer review yet, and doesn’t establish a casual link (or even claim to).

Also important to note that temporary hair loss is a potential side effect of extreme weight loss in general. Same with what’s being called “Ozempic Face.” A lot of people are freaking out and fear mongering over the drug because we’re not used to seeing a weight loss drug actually work. And because it basically undermines the whole snake oil “wellness” industry. Which will make it difficult to identify actual side effects.