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What are the chances of getting pregnant while on Depo-Provera?
Depo-Provera is stated to be between 97-99% effective. A lot of women find it difficult to become pregnant even after they are...
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Can you get pregnant without having a period after being on Depo Provera?
Here are answers and opinions from WikiAnswers contributors: I know many people who have had babies while on the depo shot. I...
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Can you get pregnant after being on the depo shot?
If you are on the Depo shot for more than five years it can cause a woman to be sterile, but I have heard of women getting...
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What are the odds of getting pregnant if you are on birth control and use the withdrawal method?
Birth control for everybody is different. But aslong as you are taking birth control correctly ( I'm talking about pill's taken...
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Can you get pregnant while on Depo-Provera?
Yes, the only protection that's 100% guaranteed is not having sex. It is possible to get pregnant with any other form of birth...
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If you are taking Depo Provera for birth control can it affect the results of a pregnancy test?
I have been on the depo shot for about 5 months now. I see that everyone who has been pregnant off of the shot have been taking...
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What are the side effects of the contraceptive injection?
Weight gain is more likely about 70% of women experience 10 lbs or more. Loss of bone density is also a factor and calcium...
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How soon after stopping Depo Provera can you get pregnant?
Good luck trying. I had one shot in 1999 and I still havent had a regular period or been able to get pregnant. I get 3 periods a...
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How long after you stop taking the Depo shot does it take before your period should start?
i was on the depo injection for a year and a half. We decided that in september 08 to come off it and start trying for a baby. It...
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If you do not have a period because you are on Depo how do you know when you need to take a pregnancy test?
The person who gives you the shot is supposed to give you a pregnancy test before each injection. Because if you are pregnant the...
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Can medications affect Depo Provera?
Having blood drawn won't affect the shot, but I'm not sure about other mediactions. You should always tell your doctor that you...
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Will being on the depo shot for 6 months then stopping for 3 months and then starting the shots again do anything weird to your body?
YES! Your fertility is not a disease! It is a normal function of your body, and putting chemicals in your body is never a good...
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Can antibiotics interfere with the Depo shot?
I made the mistake of taking antibiotics while on Depo - I got pregnant, so don't put all of your eggs in one basket, so to...
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Do antibiotics affect the effectiveness of the depo shot?
Antibiotics lower the effectiveness of any birth control that is why it is suggested you take alternate birth control (condom,...
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I was on depo for a year then swiched to bcpi stopped taking them after missing my last period i took 2 preg tests that were neg. but i haven't started a period yet.....Why?
It depends on what kind of birth control. I took regular birth control pills for 12 years and stopped in July. I had my period in...
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How long do you have to wait to have unprotected sex after getting the shot?
this is not true. I have been taking depo for about 4 years for medical reasons. You can get pregnant up to 2 years after...
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Is it normal to have irregular periods after coming off the depo shot and is bleeding normal after intercourse?
Irregular bleeding after coming off the depo shot is common as your system is getting used to the loss of the hormones in your...
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If you on Depo and your period comes on around the time for your next shot and you have sex then get the Depo how can you tell if you are pregnant?
Go see a doctor or take a home pregnancy test.
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Is there any way to get depo provera out of your system more quickly?
I've read on the internet on some health website that pumpkin seed may help. I'm also someone thats struggling to get the Depot...
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If you are on the Depo shot and do not use other protection could you get pregnant?
Depo is approximately 99% effective when used as prescribed. However, there is always that 1% possibility. This 1% possiblity...
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Is there anything that can be done about stomach pains and cramping as a side effect of the depo?
I find taking a bath usually helps. You could also eat or drink something, though some things will upset your stomach instead of...
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Is it possible to get pregnant if you have been on the depo shots for a year?
No form of contraception is 100% effective, but the shot will greatly reduce you chance of getting pregnant. I would still use...
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If you get your period while on Depo Provera what is the chance of getting pregnant if any?
i was on depo for just over 3 years and the doctor told me that you May still get your period while on it once in a while but the...
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Can getting off of the depo shot and then going back on it put you in danger of not being able to have kids?
Not that I am aware of. The depo shot is just another form of birth control. You can stop the pill and restart with no...
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How much does the depo shot cost and how often do you have to get it?
I have the Depo shot you only get the shot every three months. As of how much it costs it would range about the same as three...
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Will being on the depo shot for six years increase your chances of bone loss?
Some researchers confirm that the birth control Depo-Provera causes significant bone loss in women who use it for long periods,...
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Is it normal to miss your first period after starting the depo shot?
it is very normal for your period to stop altogether..but you have to remember being on the depo shot when it stops your...
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Is there a way of getting pregnant while being on Depo Provera?
There is a chance of getting pregnant while on the depo shot. Just like there is a chance with any other form of birth control. ...
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Is it normal if you used to have a perfect 28-day cycle but after being on Depo-Provera for 3 years you are now getting periods every 14 days?
You are probably experiencing breakthrough bleeding which can occur while taking any birth control. You may want to alert your...
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How effective is spermicide and Depo Provera when used together?
The depo shot is very effective when taken alone. If you are also taking spermicide, although nothing but abstinence is 100%, I...
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Is brown spotting common while on depo-provera?
Hello :) I have been a Planned Parent Hood Nurse for 10 years now. Every women is different. Some do some don't. I do not...
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What are the chances of becoming pregnant with twins after getting off the shot and having unprotected sex?
I became pregnant with twins about 12 months after getting off of the shot. Becoming pregnant with twins has nothing to do...
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Does alcohol weaken the effectiveness of Depo Provera birth control?
No, the point of birth control is to prevent pregnancy and if alchol was to be the source of stopping birth control then we...
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Do you stop having your periods after you quit Depo if you've had them while you were on it?
No you do not stop having periods after going off the depo shot even though you had them through the course of your shots. That...
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If you are pregnant when you get your Depo shot are you likely to miscarry?
It was explained to me that the Depo shot is like a "chemical abortion." I didn't know i was pregnant, and i got a depo shot. I...
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What are some pregnancy symptoms you might have while on depo-provera?
If you mean what are some similarities in side affects of the depo and being pregnant some of them are: breast tenderness, no...
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Will taking Zoloft and Stacker2s affect the depo shot?
You may want to ask your doctor this question but nowhere have I read or been told that depression/anxiety meds and diet pills...
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How can you tell if you do become pregnant when on the shot if you do not get your period on a regular basis?
If you are referring to the depo shot, many women have very light to no periods while on it. Chances of getting pregnant are...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant during your last month on the shot by a man's precum if he pulled out?
Well first of all, I hope you don't rely on the "pull out" method. This does not work as a form of birth control. Pre-cum as you...
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Is it normal to be missing your period months later if you stopped depo shots one month then tried the pill the next month and then stopped the pill?
If you started taking the pill right after you stopped the depo shots you should be fine and maybe your system is adjusting to...
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Can you conceive a few months after your last depo shot?
My last Depo shot had lapsed a couple of months, as a precautionary measure, my doctor ran a pregnancy test prior to giving the...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant after using Depo Provera for three years?
I was also on the Depo shot for 3 years. My boyfriend and I have been trying for 8 months and I finally did get pregnant. But now...
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Is it possible to have your period while on depo?
Yes It is... I have been on depo for 3 1/2 years now and I have my period every other month. Along with that I get worse cramps....
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If you were on Depo for over two years but discontinued it five months ago but are still unable to conceive what could be the problem?
I WAS ON THE DEPO SHOT FOR SIX YEARS STRAIGHT DEC. 97 TO APRIL 2003. NOW MY BABY IS GETTING READY TO TURN EIGHT, I WANT A BABY IT...
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Is Depo Provera affected by the use of SAM-e or Saint Johns Wort?
i have been on anti depressants including st johns wort for four years, and also on the depo injection. I have not conceived at...
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Does Depo protect you completely through the thirteen weeks?
Depo is SUPPOSED to protect you for the full 13 weeks, but I got pregnant with twins in my eighth week after I took the shot.
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If you are on Depo Provera and have your period for two months can you be pregnant?
No if you are having a period then that means that an egg is being released. Therefore the shot is working to prevent it.
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What are the risks to a baby if the mother continues getting Depo Provera shots while pregnant?
http://parenting.ivillage.com/pregnancy/psafe/0,,midwife_3pkb,00.html Hope this helps! Belows answer scared the bleep out of...
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Is it possible to get pregnant on the Depo shot and come up with a negative home pregnancy test?
You should not become pregnant while on Depo but if you did your HPT tes would still come back positive if you were ANSWER: I...
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Will you have any trouble getting pregnant if you've been off of depo for 4 months after being on it for 6 years?
The general time that they say is 12-18 months after your last shot before you begin to have a return to fertility, however...
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Is it normal to not have a period after 20 months of stopping the depo provera shot?
i dont think its completely normal to not get your period back for that long..but some women that have been on depo never get...
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How long after the depo shot can you get pregnant?
It all depends on your system. Some women get pregnant right away while others can take many months to get pregnant. The longer...
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Since you do not get your period on the shot how do you know if you get pregnant and if you are pregnant while on the shot what will happen to the baby?
Chances of your getting pregnant while on the shot are very slim if you have been getting them as scheduled. If you were to get...
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If you had kidney transplant and are on lots of medications for it will this affect the depo shot and whether you can get pregnant later?
All medication has the possibility of counteracting or causing side effects between themselves. For someone who has undergone a...
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Why would you bleed six days in a row after being on depo-provera for two and a half years?
There are several things that can cause an irregular cycle while on depo. One is antibiotics, as they can cause a decrease in...
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How long does the birth control shot stay in your system?
Okay it can take anywhere from 3 to 10 months for the depo to wear out of your system Mine took from October 18 till Febuary11...
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Can you become pregnant even if you are on the shot?
No, but you are likely to gain weight. My sister did! The shot is not 100% effective---just the same as any other form of...
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How long does your period last while on the shot?
i was told by a doctor that if you bleed it could last from anywhere 6 months to 1 year or as little as just a couple of days, I...
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How long after a Depo-Provera shot can you get pregnant?
It can take up to 18 months or more to become pregnant after the depo shot. Although, I know someone who quit taking the shot,...
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What will happen if you took the Depo shot when you did not know you were already pregnant?
i don't know for sure but i read somewhere that if you get pregnant while on depo and continue to get the shot the result would...
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How common is it to get pregnant while on the birth control Depo Provera?
well it isn't common, its very rare to get pregnant while on this shot. I have been on the shot for over a year and i always have...
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How do you tell if you're pregnant while you're on depo?
This happened to me after 3 yrs of depo - period is not an indicator obviously, just follow regular symptoms like nausea,...
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Is it true that you should never bleed at all if you are on the birth control shot?
each persons body reacts different some people bleed or spot some dont if you have major concerns consult your doctor the longer...
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Why might your period be irregular for the past three months when you were on the Depo Provera shot for a year and a half with no period at all?
your body is still adjusting to the hormones that are from the Depo shot. It takes 3 months minimum for all the hormones to leave...
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If you are on the birth control shot and you also had a kidney transplant will pills you take for your transplant effect how well the shot will work?
You should really talk to your health care professionalist about your question. The pills may effect and they might not, but to...
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How could you get pregnant while on depo-provera?
I just went to my chemist to talk to her about being pregnant on the depo provera and she said it has a 90-95% success rate.... ...
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How long should you wait before conceiving after the DTP shot?
My first recommendation is to speak with your physician. It will depend on how long you were on the shot, if your menstral cycle...
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If you were on Depo Provera for a year and now want to get pregnant is there any way to get the birth control out of your system more quickly?
I have been on the depo shot since 2003 and now 2005 me and my husband have decided to have another child, and the doctor told me...
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How long after stopping the depo shot should you expect a period?
i was on the shot for two n a half years and for one i would never recomend this shot to no one not even my worst enemy anyways i...
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Can you still be pregnant if a test was negative but you have been off the depo shot for two months?
Yes, you could possibly be pregnant, but if your tests came back negative the chances are your probably not, after you stop the...
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When will you get your period after you stop taking Depo-Provera?
I chose not to get my most recent depoprovera shot and got my period one and a half months after that due date. I was on the...
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Can Depo-Provera affect your speech?
Depo provera is a hormone and should not affect any neurological functions such as speech. If you have not started any other...
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Can you get pregnant if you had sexual intercourse a week and a half after getting your Depo-Provera?
It depends on whether that was your first ever shot of depo. The longer you have been on it, the less likely it would be for you...
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Does the amount of times you receive the depo shot affect how soon you can get pregnant once you get off?
Hello. No it doesn't. It varies significantly from woman to woman how soon one becomes pregnant after stopping contraceptive...
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How long does diarrhea last?
i was on the depo shot for almost a year i didnt get diarrhea until about 5 months into taking it. it wasnt too bad at first...
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Is it possible to get pregnant if you have been on Depo Provera for one and a half years and have not had a period for over 6 months?
Highly unlikely that you are pregnant as the depo shot is one of the best methods of birth control. If you have not had a...
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Can the depo shot make a pregnancy test negative?
From what I have heard... no. The test could have been taken too soon... or the test could just be a defective one.. but it...
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Will taking folic acid help you get pregnant if you were on depo for one year and have now been off for a little over three months?
Folic acid would NOT help you get pregnant, but if you want to get pregnant, taking daily folic acid is very important and good...
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What are the symptoms of being pregnant on the Depo Provera shot?
Its unlikely to become pregnant while on DEPO. See your doctor for a blood test. The symptoms would be the same symptoms as any...
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Are cramping and spotting signs of pregnancy while on Depo Provera?
I would doubt it, since they give you a preg test before first shot, but no bc is 100%, so take test or see doc. In my...
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What happens after you stop the Depo shot?
Your body slowly goes back to normal.. If your one of the people like me who didnt get your period while on it, it will return.....
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If you get pregnant on the depo shot is there something that the doctors can give you to make it wear off or does it just stay in your system?
Unfortunatley (as far as im aware), there is nothing that doctors can give you, the depo just has to wear off naturally. Have...
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Could you be pregnant if you just got the depo-provera shot one month ago and you're having milk leakage and back pains?
did they do a pregnancy test before giving you the shot?
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If you are already pregnant before you go on the shot what will happen to the baby?
The doctor should do a pregnancy test for you to make sure that you are not pregnant before they give you the depo shot, but the...
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How would you know if you are pregnant while on Depo if you aren't getting your period because of the shots?
The only way that i know of (yes i go through at least every couple months myself) Is to take a test. I usually get pkgs of 2 to...
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I got my first depo provera shot on the 27th of January 2007 you did not get your second shot nor will you by not getting your second shot do my chances of getting pregnant sooner increase?
Yes your chances of conceiving sooner do increase slightly.
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If you have been on the Depo Provera shot for a month and have had two positive tests and three negative ones is it possible to have wrong test results?
Well, some of them are wrong. But to know which one's are wrong is very hard. If I were in your situation, I'd go see a doctor...
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If you were on the depo shot for a short amount of time will you get pregnant sooner than if you were on it a long time?
ive read that no it doesnt matter how long you are on the depo it just depends on your body..some women get pregnant right away...
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Do women on depo bleed after having sexual intercourse?
I didnt but I dont see why you couldnt.. It may be due more to the action its self than from the depo.. im 19 and have been on...
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Is it true that you shouldn't bleed at all if you are on the birth control shot?
Everyone is different but a lot of women do stop bleeding altogether when they get on it, some have some bleeding, i didnt bleed...
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Is weight gain a side effect of Depo-Provera?
well i did 8pound and i only had one shot i was due my second in october, and i have put more weight on since and i have not...
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Why would you not be able to get pregnant if you have been off the Depo shot for five months?
I was told by my OBGYN that it takes about a year for depo to get out of your system.. I found that to be true.. it took a year...
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What is the chance of getting pregnant twice on depo?
the chances are very slim to even get pregnant once while on depo...but there is a girl who lives in my town...and she was on...
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How long will your period be when stopping the depo?
Mine took a little under a year to re-regulate its self again.. your doc. can also give your hormones to bring it back..
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Is it normal if you have been on the depo shot for over a year and you bleed two and a half months at a time?
Def. not.. this could be an abnormal side effect.. the doc can correct this w/a hormone pill.. or they may choose for you not to...
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Is it normal if you've been using depo provera for six weeks and have been spotting brown on your underwear for 12 days now but do not have any pain or other symptoms?
The same thing happened to me. I spotted lightly for the entire three months of my first depo shot. Fortunately after my next...
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Could you still be pregnant if you spotted for the last 3 weeks of a Depo-Provera injection and didn't get another injection but still don't have a period after 2 months but an HPT was negative?
Depo Provera messes up your cycles horribly when you are coming off of it. It can take 12-18 months or longer to start having a...
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Why haven't you gotten pregnant yet if you have been off depo-provera for 2 years?
Every body is different.I would go see the doc to rule out any serious problems. Good luck trying. I had one shot in 1999 and...
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Is there another way of telling if you are pregnant after depo because with your first child pregnancy tests didn't work?
Hiya! Yes there is. You need to have a Quantitative blood pregnancy test done. You have to see your doctor for this test and...
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If you got your depo shot yesterday which you have been taking for a year then two hours later you had sex is there a possibility that you can be pregnant?
If you have been on the depo shot for a year and even had another shot yesterday and it was within the 12 weeks from the last...
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