Birth Control Shot: Depo-Provera Side Effects & Weight

Depo-Provera side effects often include weight gain and delayed fertility return, requiring structured strategies to manage health during and after the shot.

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How to Lose Weight While on the Depo Shot

Many women who take Depo Provera experience weight gain, according to Virginia Commonwealth University. Since this contraceptive only contains progesterone, which can increase your appetite, you may eat more than usual and then extra pounds can sneak up on you.

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