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Re: Depo

From: William McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 2 May 2001 13:53:11 -0500 (CDT)


At Tue, 1 May 2001, Misty wrote: >
>I am 24, have 2 children, both were c-section. My youngest child is 18
>months old and I've been on the Depo since she was born. I bled heavily
>for almost the first 3 months straight and I haven't bled any since.
>However, I have a petite frame, my normal body weight is around 100-110
>lbs. Since my daughter was born, I've only lost 10 lbs. I can't lose
>anymore, my stomach is still large to where I feel nearly 5 or 6mths
>pregnant. Also, I nursed my daughter for the first 6 months of her life
>and I still have milk in my breasts that comes out fairly easily in a
>hot shower, or during intercourse. I was wondering if all these
>symptoms are normal?

Nipple discharge of this type is quite commmon, but you should talk with your doctor about it. One of the side effects of Depo-Provera is weight gain due to appetite stimulation, so that may be playing a role in your inability to lose weight.

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William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation and examination by a licensed medical professional.




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