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Weight Gain And Frequent Urinary Tract Infections After Getting Depo Shots. How To Treat This?

Hi im savannah. Im 16 years old junior in hs. 5"4 152pounds:,,( i started depo Feb2013 i was 115 when i started depo. So i gained around 35 pounds. Not only thay but i get uti's every other week yeast infections and bacterial vaginotis. I changed my diet, and exercise alot and no weight loss. Im so depressed and emotional i wanna loose weight and it wont go away:,,,( my doctor said i need ti try harder
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Hi Savannah,

You are too young to get depo shots. However, I strongly suggest to consult OG and to be accurately informed over its side effects.

Next, weight gain and depression are caused by depo shots.

With regards to frequent urinary tract and vaginal infections, I'd suggest to

- do urine culture and sensitivity for choosing the best antibiotic treatment
- do not be sexually active when on treatment (vaginally or orally)
- if you have only one partner, please get him treated as well
- if you have more than one partner, please use safety measures (condoms)
- do ultrasound of abdomen to rule out kidney or uterus problems.
- drink more water
- keep good hygiene of your genitalia and anus (wash your vagina first then, anal opening).
- always consult OG and/or physician for further evaluation.

All the best!
Dr.Alba
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Weight Gain And Frequent Urinary Tract Infections After Getting Depo Shots. How To Treat This?

Hi Savannah, You are too young to get depo shots. However, I strongly suggest to consult OG and to be accurately informed over its side effects. Next, weight gain and depression are caused by depo shots. With regards to frequent urinary tract and vaginal infections, I d suggest to - do urine culture and sensitivity for choosing the best antibiotic treatment - do not be sexually active when on treatment (vaginally or orally) - if you have only one partner, please get him treated as well - if you have more than one partner, please use safety measures (condoms) - do ultrasound of abdomen to rule out kidney or uterus problems. - drink more water - keep good hygiene of your genitalia and anus (wash your vagina first then, anal opening). - always consult OG and/or physician for further evaluation. All the best! Dr.Alba