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A member asked:

Is there a way to avoid gaining weight on depo provera (medroxyprogesterone)? i have gained appx 5 lbs (112-116 lbs) in two months w/o diet change but i've been exercising

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Healthy Lifestyle: You are doing all of the right things! Keep active and stick with your healthy diet. Hop on the scale once a week just to keep an eye on your number. This will help you make small dietary changes to maintain your weight!

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/15/2015

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