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What Are The Side Effects Of Using Depo Provera?

Hello. I have been on depo provera for a little over 2 years now. I have been experiencing intense lower abdominal pain every month around the time that I would normally get my menstrual cycle. I have noticed that each month it is getting worse. It is very uncomfortable and I am not sure what it could be. I am seeing my GYN in the next few weeks, but I wanted to get an opinion before then.
Fri, 28 Feb 2020
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Hello,

Common side effects of Depo-Provera include:
Changes in menstrual periods
Weight gain
Nausea
Stomach cramping or pain
Bloating
Dizziness
Headache
Tiredness
Drowsiness
Irritability
Breast tenderness
Decrease in breast size
Acne
Hair loss
Decreased sex drive
Hot flashes
Joint pain or
Injection site reactions (irritation, pain, skin changes, or a hard lump)
Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Depo-Provera including:
Mental / mood changes (such as new or worsening depression)
Changes in sexual interest or ability
Swelling of the ankles or feet
Bone pain
Unusual changes in vaginal bleeding (such as continuous spotting, sudden heavy bleeding)
Persistent nausea or vomiting
Severe stomach / abdominal / pelvic pain
Unusual weakness or tiredness
Dark urine
Yellowing eyes or skin or
Seizures

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Richa Agarwal, OBGYN
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What Are The Side Effects Of Using Depo Provera?

Hello, Common side effects of Depo-Provera include: Changes in menstrual periods Weight gain Nausea Stomach cramping or pain Bloating Dizziness Headache Tiredness Drowsiness Irritability Breast tenderness Decrease in breast size Acne Hair loss Decreased sex drive Hot flashes Joint pain or Injection site reactions (irritation, pain, skin changes, or a hard lump) Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Depo-Provera including: Mental / mood changes (such as new or worsening depression) Changes in sexual interest or ability Swelling of the ankles or feet Bone pain Unusual changes in vaginal bleeding (such as continuous spotting, sudden heavy bleeding) Persistent nausea or vomiting Severe stomach / abdominal / pelvic pain Unusual weakness or tiredness Dark urine Yellowing eyes or skin or Seizures Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Richa Agarwal, OBGYN