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On Depo Shot. Gained Weight, Stretch Marks. Eating Healthy, Doing Exercises. Stop Depo Shot To Lose Weight?
Hello, my name is Kristin. I m eighteen years old and 5 3. I do the depo shot and also antidepressants, and recently I have gained a substantial amount of weight (30-40 pounds; I am now 160). It has also given me stretch marks . If I stop doing the shot and/or the pills, should it help me lose weight? I ve been trying anything from eating healthy and half the portion to small exorcises and it feels like nothing works.
Sun, 11 Nov 2012
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Weight gain and depression are known issues with 'depo-shot'.
If the original indication is not ameliorated - you should continue the drug and make other attempts at weight reduction.
Weight is like your bank balance - what you put in (eating) and what you take out (Exercise) decide the balance. Even if you are eating the same amount of food, you could gain - if your activities are reduced - for example from your illness.
The very fact you are concerned, shows you have the motivation. The most important thing is food - reduce the quantity and change the quality. A dietician will be great help. With modified food and more exercise, you WILL be able to reduce.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
Weight gain and depression are known issues with 'depo-shot'.
If the original indication is not ameliorated - you should continue the drug and make other attempts at weight reduction.
Weight is like your bank balance - what you put in (eating) and what you take out (Exercise) decide the balance. Even if you are eating the same amount of food, you could gain - if your activities are reduced - for example from your illness.
The very fact you are concerned, shows you have the motivation. The most important thing is food - reduce the quantity and change the quality. A dietician will be great help. With modified food and more exercise, you WILL be able to reduce.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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