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What Causes Delay In Periods While Taking Depo Shot?
I've stopped receiving depo (last shot was due end of October) I've not had periods since I started getting the shot which has been about a year. Do I need to be on some bc now or can i wait until periods return and still be protected against pregnancy?
Mon, 23 Nov 2015
Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..
I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.
Change in the menstrual cycle is the most common side effect of depo shot. You might have no periods for 3-4 months after given depo shot.
If you didn't want to get depo shot now, use should wait for your period to come & then you can start using contraceptive pills. You can also use condoms anytime.
If your periods didnt come after 4 months or after january 2016 you should visit a gynaecologist
Hope this information helps
Good luck
I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.
Change in the menstrual cycle is the most common side effect of depo shot. You might have no periods for 3-4 months after given depo shot.
If you didn't want to get depo shot now, use should wait for your period to come & then you can start using contraceptive pills. You can also use condoms anytime.
If your periods didnt come after 4 months or after january 2016 you should visit a gynaecologist
Hope this information helps
Good luck
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