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How Long Does It Take For Periods To Come After Depo Shot?

My period having came back after depo shot? How long does my period suppose to come back after my depo shot... my last shot was August 2013 my next was suppose to be November and I didn t have my shot .... Im worried when my period suppose to come back... please help me
Fri, 13 Mar 2015
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Hi
Although the Depo shot needs to be repeated 12-16 weeks, when it is stopped usually it does not lose its effect in that time period. The effect can last longer because the microcrystals of depot injection sometimes dissolve very slowly.

Although the period can start as early as 3 months after the last shot, the average time for ovulation to start followed by period is about six months.
So don' worry.
Just for your information, the time for becoming pregnant takes a little longer, the average being about 10 months from the last shot. For some women it may take up to 18 months.

I hope I have answered your concerns. If you have any further queries, do contact me through Healthcare Magic
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How Long Does It Take For Periods To Come After Depo Shot?

Hi Although the Depo shot needs to be repeated 12-16 weeks, when it is stopped usually it does not lose its effect in that time period. The effect can last longer because the microcrystals of depot injection sometimes dissolve very slowly. Although the period can start as early as 3 months after the last shot, the average time for ovulation to start followed by period is about six months. So don worry. Just for your information, the time for becoming pregnant takes a little longer, the average being about 10 months from the last shot. For some women it may take up to 18 months. I hope I have answered your concerns. If you have any further queries, do contact me through Healthcare Magic