Depo Shot

Hey everyone,
I am 18 years old and today I got my first depo shot. I have large lumps in both of my breasts that have been quite painful for me, plus I have had horrible cramps for years. My doctor told me the best way to get rid of my breast pain was to get this shot every 3 months. She told me there were no risks involved at all. Now I am worried after reading all these messages, the sad thing is I`m not even using this as birth conrtol b/c I am saving sex for marriage. What should I do? Is it risky for me to stay on this shot? I really need some advice here, thanks!
Posted by Eliza; updated 10/29/04

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Hello there I tried the shot about a year ago to help me gain weight I couldn`t gain weight and that was the only way to. So it makes you gain weight and lost of mood swings. Be ready... I have been off of it for a year and we want to have a baby but no luck they say it can take up to a year after you`ve been on it so if your wanting to have a baby later just remeber this. I know this stuff because Ive exper. It. Good luck
Posted by cico; updated 10/29/04

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I am investigating the possible connection between Depo Provera and an array of hormone related/affected illnesses, included (but not limited to) Cushing`s disease/syndrome and pituitary tumors.

If you have suffered from a lack of a period, visual changes or disturbances, headaches, dizziness, lethargy, major weight gain, depression and/or anxiety, increased hairiness (i.e. Facial), or facial swelling (also elsewhere on body, especially around neck, upper back, possible "hump") - since taking Depo Provera, please contact me as you are not alone! lisaw2005@hotmail.com .
Posted by lisa; updated 11/01/04