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Weight Loss Injections Linked to Hair Loss Risks

10/3/2025

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Dr. Amir Khan warns weight loss injections, including Mounjaro, may cause telogen effluvium hair loss.
He says don't panic about shedding and suggests iron and vitamin C for support.
In June 2025, the National Health Service began a mass rollout; about 1.5 million were already using weight loss injections.
Khan warns of risks from unregulated drugs and mentions mislabeled substances, including insulin.

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Dr. Amir Khan warns weight loss injections, including Mounjaro, may cause telogen effluvium hair loss.
He says don't panic about shedding and suggests iron and vitamin C for support.
In June 2025, the National Health Service began a mass rollout; about 1.5 million were already using weight loss injections.
Khan warns of risks from unregulated drugs and mentions mislabeled substances, including insulin.