Welcome to EmpowHER. I am glad that you came to us for clarification.
Your physician is correct. The Depo-Provera injection is one of the most effective methods of birth control available. It works best when you get the birth control shot regularly, every 12 weeks. Less than 1 out of 100 women will get pregnant each year if they always use the birth control shot as directed.
Irregular bleeding is the most common side effect, especially in the first 6 to 12 months of use.
For most women, periods become fewer and lighter. After one year, half of the women who use the birth control shot will stop having periods completely. Some women have longer, heavier periods.
Some women have increased spotting and light bleeding between periods.
Do check with your gynecologist's office to confirm this and if you have any further concerns.
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Hello Anonymous,
Welcome to EmpowHER. I am glad that you came to us for clarification.
Your physician is correct. The Depo-Provera injection is one of the most effective methods of birth control available. It works best when you get the birth control shot regularly, every 12 weeks. Less than 1 out of 100 women will get pregnant each year if they always use the birth control shot as directed.
Irregular bleeding is the most common side effect, especially in the first 6 to 12 months of use.
For most women, periods become fewer and lighter. After one year, half of the women who use the birth control shot will stop having periods completely. Some women have longer, heavier periods.
Some women have increased spotting and light bleeding between periods.
Do check with your gynecologist's office to confirm this and if you have any further concerns.
Regards,
January 9, 2015 - 9:20amMaryann
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