WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for April, 2003: Re: Depo Provera Questions

Re: Depo Provera Questions

From: Sophia (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 3 Apr 2003 13:49:11 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 3 Apr 2003, Ashley wrote: >I am 26, and have been on Depo Provera for almost 6 years. Don't believe the horror stories you hear! I love being on Depo -- the only side effect is I don't get a period, which is fine by me. I had no weight gain, no mood changes. I think you will be fine -- but if you have some negative side effects, just don't get your second shot. Hope this helps.

>I'm 18 years old and went to my first GYN visit last week for very
>extended bleeding and I'm very anemic and need this to stop at least
>somewhat. I would take the pill but I can't due to a vascular disorder
>I was born with. I was told that my only option was Depo Provera. When
>my gyn told me about it, it sounded fine. Then I started reading about
>it on the internet. I found horror story after horror story. My doctor
>did inform me of a possible slight weight gain and some mood swings but
>these stories sound absolutely terrible. I am now thinking I don't want
>to take it but I really have no other options. I was just hoping
>somebody on here had some sort of info, either a good or bad experience
>with Depo Provera. Any information would really be wonderful. Thanks
>so much.

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Sophia

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