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A member asked:

I gained 30 pounds from the depo-provera i was on it for 4 years i got off it because i didnt wanna gain anymore now im on the skyla iud will i gain weight?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Skyla IUD: Any hormonal manipulation can make you gain weight, however the IUD should be less likely than the shots.

Answered 12/13/2014

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