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Ozempic's Surprising Side Effects: 'Penis' and 'Vulva' Discomfort

11/26/2025

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On the November 24 episode of his podcast Between Us, Dr. Terry Dubrow, host, discussed an unexpected side effect of Ozempic.
He introduced the term “Ozempic penis” and linked it to buried penis syndrome, where weight gain can obscure the penis.
His wife Heather expressed frustration that men benefit from Ozempic while women face discomfort, referencing “Ozempic vulva,” which can lead to discomfort.

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Story summary

On the November 24 episode of his podcast Between Us, Dr. Terry Dubrow, host, discussed an unexpected side effect of Ozempic.
He introduced the term “Ozempic penis” and linked it to buried penis syndrome, where weight gain can obscure the penis.
His wife Heather expressed frustration that men benefit from Ozempic while women face discomfort, referencing “Ozempic vulva,” which can lead to discomfort.