It’s a rare side effect, but…I am on the high end of “normal weight,” low end of “over weight.” I have high cholesterol that was lowered with Repatha. I have mild heart disease. But, my weight is in my stomach area and I have spent my ENTIRE life fighting weight gain. EVERYDAY. Just to be able to relax and not be overweight would be such a blessing. Stopping the voices, constant talk in my head about every morsel of food.

Wegovy (semaglutide) may increase the risk of thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer, but this is a rare side effect. Animal studies have shown a connection between semaglutides and thyroid cancer, but people studies have not shown the same. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include: Lump or swelling in the neck, Hoarseness, Trouble swallowing, and Shortness of breath.