Langmead, a 44-year-old drummer from England, lost over 80 pounds using online-prescribed Mounjaro before developing gangrenous cholecystitis and requiring immediate surgery in March 2026.
He spent four days in hospital and credits emergency care with saving his life, warning others about the dangers of unsupervised GLP-1 use for rapid weight loss.
Medical professionals note a recognized link between GLP-1 drugs and gallbladder dysfunction, especially when used without supervision, with other users reporting similar complications online.
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