I have been on the shot for 3 doses and I plan on getting off the shot next month. But I am wondering if I have already had to much damage done on my body. I also am having pain in both my hands. When I was pregnant with both my babies I had carpal tunnel in my right wrist. Please let me know if any of these bad symptoms have happened to anyone else. I also feel like I got ran over by a truck on some days. There is also alot of discomfort in my lower pelvis and abdomen.
2007-07-27 03:26:52 · 3 answers · asked by webbs301 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
It could be a problem, I've seen a lot of complaints from women about that. It could be due to bone loss.
Google "depo provera lawsuit" and read up, and get tested at the doctors for bone density.
2007-07-27 03:54:12 · answer #1 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
70% of women using Depo Provera gain weight. Almost half of the women using Depo Provera gain more than 5 pounds after one year of use. Many women gain more than 10 pounds.
Irregular, heavy, or no bleeding are common side effects of Depo Provera. After a year of use, many women stop having periods. Lack of a period becomes increasingly common with longer use.
Other side effects of Depo Provera can include headaches, nervousness, mood changes, bloating, hot flashes, decreased interest in sex, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, and back ache.
After the last shot of Depo Provera, it can take over 6 months for the drug to leave the body. Side effects may linger until the drug is completely gone.
2007-07-27 10:31:07 · answer #2 · answered by ER Doctor 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've been on the shot for 1 month now and I havent had any side effects. I would suggest calling your doctor and getting checked out to make sure it is nothing too serious.
2007-07-27 10:46:30 · answer #3 · answered by First L 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋