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re:
Twiin-- most of the
side effects of
Depo Provera aren't that common. The most common side effect is
weight gain, but only because it increases appetite. If you use Depo and don't eat any more than usual, you won't gain weight. The massive
mood swings usually only occur in those prone to mood swings or
depression. As for the
spotting and bleeding for three months, spotting may occur during the first month, and possibly bleeding,
but, those symptoms usually
subside within one month. And bleeding isn't a terribly common symptom either. The crying, screaming, emotional wreck and bleeding from the genitals for three months is a
massive overstatement that would scare away any woman thinking about trying Depo.
I imagine that happens to less then 10 percent of the women who use Depo. Probably less than that even. I recommend that anyone interested read the literature on the following websites
and consult a doctor. This drug has been around for years, but not many people know about it, so there are
myths floating about. It's
highly effective, much
cheaper than the pill,
doesn't have to be taken every day, and though it has more side effects than the pill, they're not terribly common. If a woman doesn't like it, all she has to do is let it wear off.
Related sites:
- http://www.plannedparenthood.org/bc/depoforyou.htm
- http://www.teenwire.com/warehous/articles/wh_19981201p031.asp
Also, in response to
Twiin's reply to my post- It's unfortunate that his friends had
bad experiences with Depo, but it's important to remember that
not everyone will have such experiences. Also, doctors strongly caution women to either
abstain from sex or
use backup protection (ie- a condom) for
at least a week after receiving the injection
to insure that it will be effective.
Also see Depo Provera