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Why Is Qlaira Causing Water Retention Problems?
Dr. I have been on Depo Provera for 4 years - had a discharge from my breasts, was tested and not malignant actually not dangerous, but don t want to take the risk of having breast cancers etc. I have also had a problem with my bone density and went to see a doctor. He put me on Qlaira I am on day 27 now.. ever since I started using it, I had water retention... had a lot of bad things like heart palpitations etc. still not able to wear my jewelry - what should I do?
Mon, 16 Mar 2020
Hi
Water and salt retention can cause weight gain ,even increased blood pressure.Weight gain is a known side effect of high dose combined contraceptive pills.Lower dose contraceptive pills can be used to avoid some of the side effects.
Hope that was helpful.Let me know if i can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss
General and Family Health Physician
Water and salt retention can cause weight gain ,even increased blood pressure.Weight gain is a known side effect of high dose combined contraceptive pills.Lower dose contraceptive pills can be used to avoid some of the side effects.
Hope that was helpful.Let me know if i can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss
General and Family Health Physician
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