The most common side effect of the birth control shot is
irregular bleeding
What is the most common side effect of Depo-Provera?
Most people on the shot have some change in their periods, including bleeding more days than usual, spotting between periods, or no periods. This is most common during the first year. Other possible side effects include
nausea
, weight gain, headaches, sore breasts, or depression.
Is it normal to randomly bleed on Depo?
Irregular bleeding
Is bleeding a side effect of Depo?
The most common side effect of the birth control shot is
irregular bleeding
How long does it take to stop bleeding after Depo shot?
Most women experience breakthrough bleeding or spotting for the first several months after they begin getting the shot. It may take
six months to a year
before the side effects end and your periods return to normal. For some women, their period may go away entirely.
What are the signs that Depo is wearing off?
The reported withdrawal symptoms included:
feeling of having a viral infection with fatigue, eye pain, visual disturbance, itching, restlessness, agitation, shaking, nausea and shortness of breath
. The reporter refers to internet forums where other women report the same symptoms on stopping Depo-Provera.
What happens if you take Depo-Provera for more than 2 years?
The longer you are on
Depo-Provera the more calcium you may lose
. This increases the risk of your bones weakening if you use Depo-Provera continuously for a long time (for more than 2 years). The calcium may not return completely once you stop using Depo-Provera.
What are the long term side effects of Depo-Provera?
- Uneven menstrual periods or no periods at all.
- Headaches.
- Nervousness.
- Depression.
- Dizziness.
- Acne.
- Changes in appetite.
- Weight gain.
How do you know if you're ovulating after Depo?
You can track your BBT at home. This is a way to know if ovulation has returned after Depo-Provera, and it can help your doctor help you if you find that ovulation has not returned as expected.
What does breakthrough bleeding look like?
Breakthrough bleeding refers to vaginal bleeding or spotting that occurs between menstrual periods or while pregnant. The blood is usually either
light red or dark reddish brown
, much like the blood at the beginning or end of a period. However, depending on the cause, it may resemble regular menstrual blood.
Is it normal to bleed for 2 weeks while on the depo shot?
The hormones you receive from the Depo shot will be effective in your body for three months. After this time frame, you still may experience
bleeding for several weeks or even months after
terminating use. This is normal and will usually completely rectify within six months to a year after use has been discontinued.
Is bleeding After im injection normal?
Light bleeding at the injection site is normal
, but a person can use a bandage if necessary.
How long does brown discharge last on DEPO?
Most side effects associated with starting birth control, including brown discharge, diminish or disappear after
2-3 months
.
Can you get pregnant 1 month after stopping Depo?
Can I become pregnant after I stop using Depo-Provera®? You can become pregnant after taking Depo-Provera®. You could become pregnant
as soon as 12 to 14 weeks after your last
shot. It could also take up to a year or two to conceive after stopping this type of contraception.
Can you get pregnant 2 days after Depo shot?
You can become pregnant after taking Depo-Provera®. You could become pregnant
as soon as 12 to 14 weeks after
your last shot. It could also take up to a year or two to conceive after stopping this type of contraception.
Does Depo make your VAG dry?
Yes, some types of birth control can cause dryness. In particular, hormonal birth control pills and shots can cause vaginal dryness in some women. Yaz, Lo Ovral, and Ortho-Cyclen birth control pills can cause dryness. The Depo-Provers shot
can also lead to vaginal dryness
.
