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Been on depo-provera for 4yrs im 20 now!my knees hurt they hurt even more when i walk up the stairs i feel like a baby trying to walk all over again!

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Have you: Seen a rheumatologist or orthopedic doctor. Would be worth while to see both. May want to consider also getting in a physical therapy program, maybe ask them about aquatherapy, which will be easier on your knees.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/3/2014

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A member asked:

Been on depo-provera for 4yrs im 20 now!my knees hurt they hurt even more when i walk up the stairs i feel like a baby trying to walk all over again!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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