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Im 17 and on the depo shot and i keep feeling pressure on my pelvic area. could it be the birth control shot.

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Dr. Rowlin Lichter answered

Yes: Ask your gyn to explain but this is a minor common problem.

Answered 3/10/2016

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A member asked:

Im 17 and on the depo shot and i keep feeling pressure on my pelvic area. could it be the birth control shot.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rowlin Lichter answered

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