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How To Overcome The Weight Gain Caused By Depo Shot?
Hi, I am on the depo shot (birth control) and it has made me gain 12 pounds. I have only had 2 shots of it and I have tried exercising before and it hasn t worked. I wanted to ask if there is any way to prevent any more weight gain and I also haven t had my period in a while. I am 16 years old and sexually active.
Fri, 14 Dec 2018
Hello,
I think you are just experiencing side effects of depo shot. The absence of a menstrual cycle and weight gain are common side effects of taking depo shot. You should give time to the body to get used.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
I think you are just experiencing side effects of depo shot. The absence of a menstrual cycle and weight gain are common side effects of taking depo shot. You should give time to the body to get used.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
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