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Is it normal to have seedling in both ankles and constant bloating while on depo provera (medroxyprogesterone)?

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Seedling??: Fluid retention and bloating as well as an average 10 pound per year weight gain are common side effects of Depo provera (medroxyprogesterone). Hope this helps.

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Answered 3/29/2015

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