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Depo-Provera is an injectable contraceptive product which is administered every three months. Manufactured by Pfizer Inc., the product prevents the ovaries from producing eggs. It is a highly effective contraceptive method with a success rate of 99.7%.

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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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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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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?

AnswerFrom 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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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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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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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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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 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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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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When you get your very first depo provera shot is it possible not to get your period at all?

yes.i was on depo for a year.as soon as i got it for the 1st time then next month i stopped having my period.then when i got off...

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Is weight gain a side effect of Depo-Provera?

It is a side effect of Depo, however it can be prevented or maintained. I have been on depo for 2 years. I gained about 20 pounds...

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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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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?

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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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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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Will antibiotics help get Depo Provera out of your system quicker?

supposedly no..

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Some people say you can't get pregnant while on shots And some people say you can get pregnant Well if you and your boyfriend don't use a condom while on shots Can you still get pregnant?

Well since i was on the shot i think i could answer this for you. As long as you get the shots when your suppose to. You cannot...

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How many days before your period starts should you get the shot?

you get your shot while you are on your period

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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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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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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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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?

AnswerMine took a little under a year to re-regulate its self again.. your doc. can also give your hormones to bring it back..I...

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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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Do you have to be on your period to get on the depo shot?

yes.. Typically, getting the shot while on your period deems it effective quicker. I however, did not and was told to wait til...

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How do you get off Depo-Provera?

Original answer:depo shots are given every 3 months, dont get the subsequent shot. Changed Answer: Like Said Don't continue the...

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What are the chances of having multiples after being on Depo?

The chances of having twins is not affected by being on depo. Your chances of having twins/triplets/etc. is determined by your...

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How long does bleeding continue after going off shots and when does your period become regular?

It depends on how long you were on the shot and what your overall health is. The longer you were on the shot, the longer it will...

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Can a virgin take the depo provera shot?

Of course they can..Birth control does not affect your virginity in any way!

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Im using a birth control injection every 3 months what mostly the effect of hormonal body condition?

The shots disrupt the menstrual cycle and can increase the risk of blood clots and stroke if the woman is a cigarette smoker.

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If you have been on Depo Provera for 6 years and never get a normal period what could it mean if you start cramping and bleeding and your breasts are tender?

In my experience I was on the shot for atleast 3years and I never had a normal period either. In fact I didn't have a period at...

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Is it possible to develop chronic constipation when going off the depo shot?

Constipation and hormonesHormonal changes can cause constipation issues. However, 'chronic' constipation issues would be a major...

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Is brown discharge normal while on the Depo Provera shot?

Yes, brown discharge is normal while on the shot when you first start taking the shot. It's also normal to get it right before...

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Why shouldn't you have sex the first two weeks after the get the birth control shot?

because you are not protected against pregnancy if you are going to have sex within that time period be sure to use condom as a...

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If it is 3 months between shots exactly how many days is that?

it's 13 weeks. 91 days.

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If someone has been on the Depo and missed their injection a month ago and has been having unprotected sex since then how do they know how soon to take a home pregnancy test?

This is a hard question.. you need to allow about 10-14 days after you ovulate to get a positive pregnancy test. My...

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What is wrong if you took the depo shot the second day into your period and you've now had it for 17 days?

it is very normal to have a few peorids back to back on the depo shot especially if you got the shot on your peorid.

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What is the possibility of getting pregnant while being on the shot?

There is about a 1% risk of getting pregnant while on the shot. If your concerned that you may be pregnant, see your doctor. If...

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Can a person conceive a baby after not having a menstrual cycle for 20 months due to depo provera birth control injections?

Once the injections are stopped, periods should return and then you can get pregnant.

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Can you get pregnant right after stopping the Depo Provera injection without having any periods?

Hello. Yes it is possible to become pregnant right after stopping any form of birth control or contraception injections,...

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Can you get pregnant while taking oral provera?

can you get pregnant while taking provera

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Bleeding for 12 weeks after 1 year off depo provera Had ovary removed with last pregnancy Could you still be fertile?

Dear Reader; Yes you could be and you could be hurting. See your health care provider. Please. Dwight

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Does the depo shot affect you mentally and are there certain side effects to look for when coming off of the shot?

AnswerYes indeed it can. Commonly, many women encounter mood swings. However, one of the most worried about risks of Depo Provera...

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How can you know when you're pregnant if you're on the depo shot?

You should not get preg on the depo shot as long as it is taken on time.. you do not get a period while on it because it tricks...

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Is it possible to get pregnant while on the depo-provera shot?

the efficiency rate for depo is like 98.? % So basically its not very likely.. I was on it for about 7 yrs and never had a...

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How would you know if you were pregnant while on Depo-Provera?

Take a pregnancy test. Go to the doctor for some blood work. If you suspect you are, I'd suggest using other forms of BC...

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What does it mean if you have your period for three months continuously after getting the depo provera shot once?

its a common side effect that happens sometimes when on that shot. youre one of the unlucky ones... talk to your doctor and then...

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What does it mean if you only took one Depo shot and have not had a period for two months?

I was on the Depo shot for a year and didnt get my period at all.It just one of the many symptoms that come with getting the shot!

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If you have been on Depo for more than a year is it still possible to get pregnant?

Hope this helps, its from yahoo's health page.. "It provides protection from pregnancy within 2 weeks of the initial...

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Could you be pregnant if your depo-provera shot was due over a month ago and you still don't have your period and when should you try to conceive?

I was told by my OBGYN that it takes aprox. 1 yr. for depo to get out of your system so that you can become pregnant.. I found...

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Are women on depo suppose to bleed after sexual intercourse?

"Suppose to" ? I would say no.. Could it happen?? Obviously yes.. but its more likely due to something else and not directly the...

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Will there be any side effects if you have been on Depo for over a year and want to switch back to birth control pills?

Other than my period coming back.. I didnt have any..

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Is it normal if you stopped depo 3 months ago and got one period for 3 days and just started again only 2 weeks later?

yeah, its not completely unheard of.. It takes up to a year for the depo to get out of your system.. So it takes a while for you...

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What should you do if you stopped the depo shot 3 months ago and are trying to get pregnant but are having periods every 2 weeks?

Depo Provera can take 12-18 months or even more to allow your fertility a return to normal.. if you are having a period every 2...

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What should you do if you got your period on the 22nd and you got your birth control shot on the 26th but you still haven't stopped your period?

i was on my period when i got my shot and it lasted for over 14 days. After it ended i havent had another period for over a year...

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Can you still get pregnant if you are taking Depo Provera?

Answeryes you can because i have been taking the depo shot since my son was 6 weeks old. he's 8 months old now, and i just found...

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Is it possible to bleed for 16 days or more after your first Depo shot?

Yes. I bled for over 2 weeks after i got my first depo shot. After it wore off i never got another period.

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Is it normal if you received the depo shot three weeks ago while on your period and you have not stopped bleeding and at times you bleed quite heavy and how long should this bleeding last?

AnswerIt is normal for this to happen when you get on the depo shot the same thing happened to me. It should stop soon. I have...

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Does the birth control shot stop your periods?

WEll the shot works differently for different people .. My friend has never had a period but i spotted a month later so just be...

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What are symptoms of pregnancy if you are on Depo Provera?

i believe they are the same to but you will start a period Its different in every woman but usually the same symptoms when...

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Is it possible to be pregnant 4 weeks after you were due for your depo provera shot?

Oh yes! It is very possible. I was on it for awhile and then stopped for about a month and in between that period I got pregnant....

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How much does a depo-provera shot cost?

Prob. varies. call your local pharmacy.. I wanna say it was around $40 or $60..

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Could something be wrong if you have been off the depo shot for a year and 5 months and you are still not pregnant and your period is regular?

It can take 12-18 months to get the shot fully out of your system. Now in my case, I found out I was not ovulating on my own...

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Is it normal to start bleeding almost every time before after or during sex while on the depo shot?

Yes, it's quite normal. Depo does cause you to bleed during/after sex. It's happened to me, it's not the most pleasant thing in...

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If you are gaining weight while you are on the depo and then you stop using the depo will you get back to your normal weight?

I have alot of friends that were on the depo shot. They gained about 5-10lbs while on it. After they got off of it they lost...

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Can someone become immune to the depo shot?

I have never heard of becoming immune to a birth control method.

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Does humidity effect pain in fibromyalgia?

Every person with fibro seems to have differant triggers. The humidity, for fibro sufferers, does make it feel like the sky is...

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Had last depoprovin shot Jan 06 have had lght period for six days two weeks ago what are my chances of getting pregnant now?

There is a chance you could conceive now yes. After you have your first period after coming off DEPO this is a indication your...

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Does it take time to become regular if you were on Depo for 6 months and then went off?

Yes it takes time to become regular again, that is if you have gotten your period yet. It can take any where from a month to two...

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Is brown discharge a sign that the depo shot is wearing off?

I don't believe so. I got one shot of the depo and bled for 9 weeks straight. The whole time I bled it was brown not a red color....

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Can you get pregnant from pre-ejaculate fluid while on Depo-Provera?

If you are on the shot you are protected against pregnancy. No birth control can protect you 100%. Depo is one of the most...

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You were on depo provera for 2 years and you've been off depo for 5 months how long does it take to get depo out of your system?

How long does it take to get it out of your system?? My best friend got the shot a few times and SEVEN years later of trying to...

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Where is the depo provera shot given on your body?

Depo Provera The Depo Provera shot is generally given in the deltoid muscle (upper arm) of the non-dominant arm. Answer You can...

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Can you get pregnant while taking citalopram?

Yes you can, theres nothing medical that says it interferes with conceiving so it does not work as birth control but you have to...

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Can you immediately get pregnant after taking depo?

its unlikely and suggested that you stay on the pill for a year after you quit the depo shot...

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If you only have the first shot how long is it in your system?

It will stay in your system the whole three months, there is no way to get rid of it faster.

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Can birth control pills help you regulate your period after stopping depo-provera?

No, after stopping depo you need to get the artificial hormones out of your system. If you still need birth control then you...

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What types of antibiotics lessen the effects of the Depo shot?

Only the antibiotics with an effect on hormon metabolism will have a significant interaction with Depo shot. This means : some...

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Could you be pregnant if you had a Depo Provera shot on March 30 and started spotting on May 17?

NO YOU CANT BE PREGNENT ALOT OF WOMEN WHEN THERE ON THE SHOT HAVE NO PERIODS AND SOME HAVE LIGHT BLEEDING ALL THE TIME There's...

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Should my breast hurt when coming off the depo shot?

The Depo injection plays havoc with your hormones and can make the breasts tender or make them swell a little. Make sure you know...

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Should you be worried if you took Depo Provera for four years and your last shot of Depo ran out over a year ago and you are still having trouble getting pregnant?

I had my last shot January 2006, I was on it for 5 1/2 years and my body recently got back to "normal" Ask your doctor to do an...

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Do you have a bigger chance of getting pregnant if you've been off the depo for 7 months and just had your first period last month?

As appose to??? I was told by my OBGYN that is takes roughly a year for the depo to get completely out of your system.. Which I...

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If you are on birth control shots can you still get pregnant?

AnswerYES, MOST DEFINITLY. NOTHING IS ONE HUNDRED PERCENT. ALWAYS USE A BACKUP.Shannen here my husband and I just started having...

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If you are on depo provera and you are bleeding can you get pregnant?

N u can not get preg... Heaps of woman bleed while on the depo and some dont bleed at all but no u cannot get preg if u bleed...

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Is it possible to get pregnant while on the depo prov-era shot?

Birth control is not 100% effective, so it is possible to get pregnant

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You've had irregular period since you were 14 you recently stopped depo and haven't had a period what can you do to become pregnant?

It really depends on how irregular you are. Most doctors recommend being off birth control such as depo or the pill for three...

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If you are pregnant but had a Depo shot will it harm the baby?

Please check with your doctor. You should always be given a depo shot during your period so this should not happen.

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After you get the depo are you suppose to bleed and how long do you bleed?

It depends on you. I was on the shot for 2 years and never had a period. My sister was on it for almost a year and had hers...

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You've been brown spotting a week after you got the depo shot for your first time is that normal?

Your doctor should have explained that you may have irregular spotting/bleeding during the first 3-6 months on the shot. The...

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What if u got on the shot then about 3 weeks later u had sex and he used a condom and then you went to the clinic 4 a preg test it came out NEGATIVE mostly you are not pregnant rite?

AnswerYes that's how it works. What are you a teenager or something that you don't know this stuff. Let me give you a little...

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Can the depo shot cause miscarriages?

Its possible if you're pregnant & continue having the shot.

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You have been on depo for 12 months now and never missed a shot this morning you took 2 pregnancy tests because you have been feeling sick in the morning and the both tests were pos will this harmbaby?

Dear Reader; As a rule no. Do mention this question again to your health care provider. Dwight

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Is it normal that you started bleeding on your normal period date but had no cramps and the bleeding usually reduces toward the end of your period but it has not and when will it stop?

AnswerI missed my last depo injection last August and had my first normal period in January then nothing till 26th April and i...

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How do you tell when you are ovulating if your period has returned after taking depo provera?

You can track it by taking you Basal tempreture.. It is your temp first thing in the morn.. before you even get out of bed to go...

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Is it normal if you have been off the shot for two months and you still don't have your period but your breasts are enlarged and very painful?

I am coming off 8 years of Depo Provera. For about a month I looked like I had a very recent boob job. Since then, my breasts...

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Did you have a period if you've been off depo for 2 months and had dark brown heavy spotting and if an ultrasound showed follicles does that mean you will get pregnant?

i have been off depo for 2 months and still have not had a period, but i have been getting symptoms like, sore breasts, cramps in...

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After you stop the depo shot how long would it take if u wanted to get pregnant?

Per my own OBGYN.. Up to a year.. Though, I dont know if that is determined by how long you were on the shot for.

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Can being on depo-provera birth control affect a home pregnancy test?

No, depo-provera does not have HCG in it, which is wot pregnancy tests look for in your urine.

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Can the depo provera shot cause anxiety and nervousness?

I took the shot after my first born and was a wreck. Everyone thought it was post baby blues, but it went on and on. The shot...

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