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by 89bravo on February 24th, 2007

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Why do u have to be on your period when you get a depo shot? what are some side effects to getting the shot the first time.

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  • by gabsgotskillz on May 28th, 2008

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    i wasnt on mine when i got the shot.
    i think they just tell you that to be safe.

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  • by Anonymous on August 8th, 2007

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    I didn't need to be menstrating when I received my first depo shot.

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  • by SaraZita on February 24th, 2007

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    The most serious Depo Provera problems are the long term adverse side effects. You can read about the osteoporosis problems below.
    In addition you may be having some of the following "less serious Depo Provera side effects?" The common "less serious side effects" from Depoprovera include:

    Menstrual irregularities side effect. This includes bleeding and spotting
    Amenorrhea or not having any periods in another side effect of Depo Provera.
    You may experience a spotty darkening of the skin, usually around or on the face; this side effect/symptom may not go away completely.
    Weight gain due to increased appetite is a common side effect of Depo Provera
    Pregnancy-like symptoms include sore breasts, nausea, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort; they may occur after the first four injections but usually go away.
    After a year of Depo Provera injections, 57 percent of women are not menstruating.
    After two years of taking Depo Provera, 68 percent of women are not menstruating.
    If you stop getting Depo Provera injections, your period usually returns within 3 to 10 months.
    After the last injection of Depo Provera, a significant side effect is that it takes an average of 9 to 12 months to become pregnant.
    Other symptoms and side effects may include headache, dizziness, nervousness, some loss of scalp hair, some increase in body hair, decreased sex drive, leg cramps, and bloating. They may or may not be caused by Depo Provera . Report any of these side effects to your medical provider immediately.
    Contact us for a complimentary NO-OBLIGATION Depo Provera

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  • by c-y-b on January 10th, 2011

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    how longwill i be on my period if i miss my shot?

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