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I am on depo provera. i've been experiencing lower back pains, cramps, always hungry but feel sick after eating, vivid dreams, weight gain, moody and emotional, sensitive to some smells, haven't started my period. could i be pregnant?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depo Provera: when used correctly - is very effective in preventing pregnancy. If your period is late - would do a home pregnancy test to be certain.

Dr Gabor and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I am on depo provera. i've been experiencing lower back pains, cramps, always hungry but feel sick after eating, vivid dreams, weight gain, moody and emotional, sensitive to some smells, haven't started my period. could i be pregnant?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Gabor and another doctor agreed

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