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my weight has been gaining massively after 3 times of depo shot. any other birth control method that helps losing weight?
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COPPER IUD: or the simultaneous use of condoms and spermicidal foam or gel
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Family practice : Discuss this with your dr about other birth control options. Wt gain is one of the major side effects.
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