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What Could Extremely Heavy And Longer Periods While On Depo Shot Indicate?

I have been on the depo shot for the past six years I never had spotting or my period up until the last four months and now it s extremely heavy and lasting longer then two weeks.. I am starting to worry but don t want to go in to the day Doctor and get the your fine gig again please help me
Mon, 29 Jun 2020
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Hi,

How old are you? Is there any clots in your bleeding? The main side effect of Depo shot will be irregular menses. If you are taking Depo Shot for contraceptive purpose you can reduce the dosage and frequency of the shots and stop it and can change to other ways of contraceptive methods under the knowledge of your gynecologist. If you are using for any other purpose kindly mention it so that I can prescribe an alternative for you.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Indhu Priyadharshini, General & Family Physician
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What Could Extremely Heavy And Longer Periods While On Depo Shot Indicate?

Hi, How old are you? Is there any clots in your bleeding? The main side effect of Depo shot will be irregular menses. If you are taking Depo Shot for contraceptive purpose you can reduce the dosage and frequency of the shots and stop it and can change to other ways of contraceptive methods under the knowledge of your gynecologist. If you are using for any other purpose kindly mention it so that I can prescribe an alternative for you. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Indhu Priyadharshini, General & Family Physician