The strongest plan combines physical shade, protective clothing, mineral sunscreen, better timing, and hydration that starts before thirst appears
The provider should ask about weight history, diabetes history, cardiovascular history, kidney concerns, digestive symptoms, thyroid history, prior weight-loss attempts, pregnancy plans (where relevant), and current medications
Medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1s can also affect digestion and the balance of healthy bacteria in your gut (microbiome), which may impact vaginal health and make things like irritation or infections more likely
Standardization of protocols, patient stratification, and integration with disease-modifying therapies will be critical for translation into clinical practice
Saidi, B