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How Long Does A Depo Last For And Will It Affect The Periods In Any Way?
hi, august I lost my baby (stillborn) 29 weeks . Then when my six weeks were up got on depo and haven t received it since I want to have a baby. I guess the question is how soon will depo stop working? ive had my period twice in one month is that depo or am I pregnant?
Fri, 22 Jul 2016
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
The effect of depo provera injection wanes off in 3 months after its administration.
So, one can become pregnant after3 months of receiving it.
Irregular periods and spotting, having periods two times in a month is the common side effect of depo shots.
However, you should get a urine pregnancy test to rule out any pregnancy.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
The effect of depo provera injection wanes off in 3 months after its administration.
So, one can become pregnant after3 months of receiving it.
Irregular periods and spotting, having periods two times in a month is the common side effect of depo shots.
However, you should get a urine pregnancy test to rule out any pregnancy.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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