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Headaches, nausea, depression, weight gain, reduced bone density with prolonged use, amenorrhea (no period), menometrorrhagia (prolonged and excessive bleeding during and between periods, irregular periods, infertility after discontinued use to name a few. Most if not all of the side effects resolve 1-2 years after going off the shot. There are reported cases of severe bleeding resulting in DNC or hystorectomy, as well as early menopause.
My personal experience was this: The first time I was on depo for 7 years. I have never had a bone density test so I have no idea if that was affected. I experienced headaches, low Back pain, depression, & amenorrha. The amenorrhea was clearly a result of depo. The other side effects may or may not be directly related. I did not gain any weight out of the ordinary... like a pound a year which I would consider normal.
When I stopped taking depo I began having breast tenderness. Over the course of the year following my breasts were tender/sore/swollen & went from 32C/34B to 32DD/34D. My menstrual cycle returned at about 6 months post and was regular by 12 months with mittleschmirtz indicating ovulation.
After 2 years off depo I started it again. The effects were the same over the course of the year however I did gain 5-10 pounds over the holidays which could be attributed to switching from a job on my feet to a desk job... and holiday parties. I did get crampy when I was dur for a shot but didn't spot. My closest friend said she could tell when I was getting close to being due for my shot because I was moody like PMS. While on the shot my breasts went back to a 32D.
I discontinued depo again and am now 6 months post my last shot. I'm back to a 32DD/34D and my breasts are sore. I have lost 5 lbs over the last 3 months as well but through healthy eating and exercise. i should note that the weight I gained over the holidays did not affect bra size. I still have no menstrual cycle.
Everyone reacts differently to depo. I'd say my experience is uniquely lacking in negative side effects. However, if I could have directly attributed the depression, back pain & headaches to it I would not have continued it. I had a head & back injury that were suspect so doctors never considered depo as the source.
Hope this helps someone!
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