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Depo Question
| Thu, 08-12-2004 - 8:59am |
I have been getting a depo birth control shot, alittle after my daughter was born, so its been around 3 years. I didnt really gain weight when I started it but in the last 8 months or so I've gained about 20lbs. The weight seems to be all in my stomach, meaning I look like I'm preganant (I KNOW IM NOT). Someone told me that a friend of hers who was also getting shot had the same thing happen to her.
Is my protruding stomach the result of the shot or normal weight gain?
Remember Im not preganant.

Weight gain is a very common side effect of being on Depo, and it can occur even after years of successful use. So, it's entirely possible that the additional weight is because you are on Depo. I'm sorry, but that's the way it is. Thanks for posting.
Good luck,
Jill
I had the same exact thing happen to me when I was on Depo. I was on it for 3 years also and gained 20 pounds, all in my stomach and hip area. Since I have been off it, which has been about a year and a half (because of the birth of my son), I have lost almost all 20 pounds. I have gone on Yasmin now and haven't gained any weight. I know how frustrating the weight gain is!
Good luck,
Jill
I've been using Nuvaring for a year and a half and I can vouch for the ease of use and effectiveness! If you have questions, just ask... I'm one of those who's been on hormonal bc for 7 1/2 years and I still don't weigh any more than when I graduated from high school 11 years ago.
Good luck!
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