Ozempic for T1.5 - 40 gone!

[Trail_05]

Hello everyone. I'm a 58-year-old with LADA (that's like Type 1.5 diabetes). I've been using an insulin pump constantly for over a decade. My endocrinology NP suggested trying Ozempic because my insulin resistance was getting worse. It helped my blood sugar numbers almost immediately. I started the first week of December last year, and I've lost around 40 pounds as of this week. I think my face looks a little more aged, maybe more lines, but I tend to lose weight in my face first. I'm kicking myself for not taking before and after pictures of my whole body!

 

[MounjaroMama]

I think you seem younger, not wrinkly!

 

[RetaReadyy]

You look amazing in both pics!

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

I see way more definition in your face now. Your cheekbones, a slimmer nose, your eyes pop more. That's a great change, seriously.

 

[Compound_Goals]

Fantastic progress! So happy for you!

 

[TrimQuest]

Wow, awesome job!

 

[Bee-xx]

40 pounds is incredible! Way to go, you look fantastic!

 

[Protein-xx]

You look great!

 

[Trail_05]

You all are so kind! Thank you!

 

[MounjaroMama]

I hope I can look as good as you do! You look so healthy, and I don't see any wrinkles! I'm starting Ozempic today. Wish me luck!

 

[RetaReadyy]

Well, you are ten months older now! But you don't look it. And the most important part is that you feel better!

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

You look awesome! Great work!

 

[Trail_05]

Just wanted to add that my A1c has never been better! I'm so grateful for this medication.

 

[Compound_Goals]

I'm so motivated when I see posts like this. I'm only a few weeks into my journey. Thanks for sharing!

...I tend to lose weight in my face first...

I'm worried about my face looking older, too. Did you do anything to counter that, like skincare?

 

[Trail_05]

Did you do anything to counter that, like skincare?

I've been using extra moisturizer and trying to drink more water. I probably should be more diligent about sunscreen, too. But honestly, I'm just happy to be healthier.

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

It's crazy how much your body changes, isn't it? Sometimes I still reach for the biggest size when I'm shopping. It takes a while for your brain to catch up! You'll get there eventually!