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Hi. I Am On The Depo-shot For Contraception And Had
Question: Hi. I am on the depo-shot for contraception and had my second shot about three weeks ago. I wasn’t late in receiving this shot. I experienced some break through bleeding yesterday morning and then had unprotected sex last night. Should I be getting the Plan B pill? Is the breakthrough bleeding a form of period?
Brief Answer:
Plan B is not recommended as breakthrough bleeding is common with the depo shot
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service,
Breakthrough bleeding is very common with the depo shot and plan B is not recommended to be taken after unprotected intercourse. Depo shot is one of the most effective methods of contraception and because you have been using it regularly without any delay, you should have optimal protection.
Depo-shot offers protection against pregnancy of around 99%(the highest among all hormonal contraceptives).
It is very rare that women conceive while using this method of contraception so you do not need to worry and plan B is not recommended.
I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
Plan B is not recommended as breakthrough bleeding is common with the depo shot
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service,
Breakthrough bleeding is very common with the depo shot and plan B is not recommended to be taken after unprotected intercourse. Depo shot is one of the most effective methods of contraception and because you have been using it regularly without any delay, you should have optimal protection.
Depo-shot offers protection against pregnancy of around 99%(the highest among all hormonal contraceptives).
It is very rare that women conceive while using this method of contraception so you do not need to worry and plan B is not recommended.
I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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