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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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Does Long Term Usage Of Depo Provera Cause Pituitary Tumor?

I was on the depo povera shot for heavy periods, after being on it for two years I started getting migraine, when I went to the hospital I found out I had a pituitary tumor, from prolactin. I was not on any other medications, I was healthy. Since being diagnosed I now have high blood pressure and cholesterol and possibly cushings. Could the depo be what caused the tumor? I have read it may be possible. I know of other ladies who have the same problem so we are all wondering. I hope you can help. Doctors around here have no clue. sorry I guess I can t get my answer I have not worked since may and have no money, thanks anyway
posted on Wed, 4 Feb 2015
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