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I'm feeling sick during depo-provera shot. is that normal?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It is possible: Possible side effects include (but aren’t limited to): ^ weight, irregular periods & breakthrough bleeding, v libido, dizziness, headaches, acne, abdominal pain, breast soreness, depression, v bone density, anxiety, depression, fatigue, heavy bleeding, blood clot & stroke.

Dr Lovell agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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