I do not recognize myself in photos and it is messing with my head

It is late and I can not sleep so I am posting about i do not recognize myself in.

I have been putting off posting this but here goes.

Sorry if this is rambly — I just needed to get it out somewhere that people would understand. You all have been through it.

Good question. For I do not recognize myself in photos, here is what the evidence says:

• The clinical trial data (SELECT program) supports this approach
• Real-world results from this community generally confirm the trial findings
• Individual variation is real — give it at least 8 weeks before judging

Happy to go deeper on any of these points if helpful.

HPLC_Greg said:

For I do not recognize myself in photos, here is what the evidence says:The clinical trial data (SEL

Completely agree with HPLC_Greg. I would add that I do not recognize myself in also has implications for body composition that sometimes get overlooked in these discussions.

In my case, following a similar approach led to fewer side effects compared to what I was doing before.

Agreed. My doctor said the same thing about I do not recognize.

As a healthcare provider, I want to add some clinical context to this discussion on I do not recognize myself in photos and.

Building on what JenMemphis said — the evidence base here is well-established. The key publications to reference are from the SELECT program[1].

Key clinical points:

1. Efficacy is dose-dependent and typically requires 4-5 weeks to reach steady state
2. Side effect profile is predictable and usually manageable with standard protocols
3. Monitoring should include baseline labs and follow-up at 3-month intervals
4. Patient education significantly improves outcomes and adherence

Standard disclaimer: this is educational, not individualized medical advice.