Contraception :: Anyone Gotten Pregnant After Depo-provera
Feb 14, 2016
HELLO Everyone, I received the DEPO shot back on 03/16/2015 and never went back for any additional shots since I started spotting enough to sometimes fill 4 tampons a day(I'm sorry if it is tmi)... lol, so anyways I continued bleeding all until January 15,2016. and just last week on the 02/04/2016 I had a confirmed pregnancy home test and a confirmed pregnancy at my PCP's office, I am going to my OBGYN's office on 02/23, so I have no idea how far along I could be or when I started ovulating again. But it has been almost 1 year since my last DEPO shot. I heard it takes anywhere from 10-18 months to get pregnant after your last DEPO shot. I will let you all know how far along I am after my OB appointment that way we will know how long after DEPO I became pregnant. Has anyone else gotten pregnant while continuously spotting/bleeding?
View 1 Replies
Advertisement
I used Depo from 1999 - 2006 on my G.P's advice that it was perfectly 'safe' and had no side effects other than no periods. In September '06 after reading online risks I demanded a Bone Density Scan and to my horror Depo has caused Osteoporosis. I am 30 yrs old!! My skeleton is equal to that of a 70 yr old woman thanks to Depo. I had no period for 7 yrs, my oestrogen levels are now extremely low and indicate I've gone through early menopause, my G.P refuses to test for this at this stage. I also had 4 stone weight gain - which I have now lost with extreme dedication, mood swings, blurred vision, chronic abdominal pain, lack of lubrication , exhaustion and more.I continued with the Depo unaware it was the cause for 7 yrs. I thought it was work stress causing it all. Only on a friends advice end 2006 I Googled Depo side effects, what I found was shocking. To all you women out there on this crazy drug, look up the side effects, go to the manufactureres website - pfizer.com, GET a copy of the patient info sheet,Google it, this is no good for you. I've been off it 4 months and no period yet. Side effects still there, I have had sore nipples for 5 days now, thought I may be pregnant but not - luckily! I have terrible hot flashes in the night I wake up saturated in sweat in the groin and underarm area, I still get totally exhausted toward the end of the day and have to just lay down, at my age!! Stomach pain has ceased now and still losing weight.
View 1 Replies
I've been ill for 2 years with what docs say is anxiety,so 5 months ago I came off the depo to see if this helps,I had been on it for 6 years since having my son and was on it for 10 years before that with no probs,last time I stopped it other than it taking ages for my period to return I don't seem to of had any problems,but my god this time is different but then I didn't have anxiety then.my main symptom is dizzy lightheaded ness which is with me 24/7 but for the last 2 weeks I'm hardly able to stand also I have the most horrendous pains in my groin hips legs and privates they feel sharp and heavy,I also feel sick,tired,headache,bad breathing and depressed but I have no period yet is this normal? Is it my hormones trying to get back to normal.i have these symptoms normally( not the pains) but it's like everything is 1000 times worse.
View 3 Replies
I took 2 doses (injections) of depo last summer. The first month into it I bled for 2-3 weeks and then slight spotting here and there up until september. My last shot was in September and then I decided to not go back for another dosage. Ever since last September I have not seen a period until late June. Ever since that period I had a period every 2 to 3 weeks. Is this normal or should I see my primary doctor? Also I've had a coloscopy in May so this might have been another factor. My last visit to the doctor a nurse told me it might take months or a year for my periods to go back to normal. Any one had a similar experience of periods coming every 2 to 3 weeks after depo?
View 2 Replies
I'm currently on depo provera and am switching to the copper IUD in a couple of weeks time (on May 11). I was wondering what it was like for any of you that also made this switch?
Also, has anyone else had issues with spotting/bleeding on hormonal birth control and then switched to the copper (non-hormonal) IUD?
I have been on depo for just over a year, and have had constant spotting the entire time. Prior to being on depo I was on the implant (Jadelle) for two years, and had to get it removed because of constant heavy period-like bleeding. Prior to Jadelle I was on depo provera (also had spotting) and before that the combined pill (which I can't take anymore because I've since discovered that I get migraines with aura).
I got an ultrasound done which found that my ovaries and everything down there is physically sound, which seems to suggest that my bleeding has been caused by hormones. Prior to starting any birth control, however, my periods were 100% normal.
View 2 Replies
If on the depo shot, can taking an antibiotic cancel it out like when on the bc pill? I just took one antibiotic pill today as i was wondering if antibiotics cancel the depo shot like it does the birth control pill.
View 1 Replies
Can Depo-Provera cause panic attacks, generalized daily anxiety, depression, loss of labido, hair loss, agoraphobia(where i can barely leave my house) and feeling of off-balance. I was great except for headaches i have had my tubes tied but the dr. said this shot would stop my headaches all she told me was that i may gain or lose 5 pounds. She didn't tell me i would lose my mind and all passion in my life! Is there a way out- i have been suffering for 16+ months and tried so many things nothing works. I feel stuck and scared. Also any links you can send me to would be greatly appreciated. I used to love my life now i don't have one!
View 1 Replies
Depo-Provera withdrawal symptoms?
View 1 Replies
I got the shot on September 17th of this year and am due for another on November 22nd. I had not had a period until the 1st of November, which I am still on now. I know ongoing periods are normal, but I do not want it to continue and I am so worried that it will. I have also been very moody. I find myself angry at the littlest of things, and crying more often than ever. I wanted some outside opinions on whether or not I should continue with the depo or if I should try a different form of birth control.
View 1 Replies
I have gotten the Depo Shot Birth Control last month and didn't get my menstrual period last month.But a few days ago,I started to bleed not a lot.When I urinate or wipe there is Blood.Should I worry about it? or is it from not getting it last month?
View 1 Replies
I've been on the Depo-Provera shot for about a year now & today I've started bleeding but I've never had sex before, I've never had this problem before. I've never missed a shot I go back next month for another shot. Should I tell the doctor when i go back next month about it?
View 2 Replies
I only had ONE depo shot and have been 4 weeks late to get another one due to finances...WELL I have had my period for 4 WEEKS! I am so exhausted and sore. Should I bother to go get another shot or should I just go on the pill? anyone else had this problem? It seems weird after only ONE shot
View 1 Replies
It's my first time taking it. I am pasted the due date, no sex. Have no idea if brown discharge is bad for the depo shot? It kind of has a odor... Someone help me?
View 1 Replies
I had my first Depo shot two weeks ago and for the past week and a half I've been an emotional mess, I cry for no reason, get angry for no reason and feel really weird... is there any solution for this?
View 1 Replies
In 2010, i got on birth control(depo provera) i was on it off and on until april 2012 when i finally decided not to get it anymore. This past month my husband and i decided we wanted to have a baby, so we starting having unprotected sex. Lately i have been having symptoms such as back pains, acne, cravings and cramping for about 2 weeks (like period cramps) i've also be feeling like i want to throw up but i can't. Could i be pregnant ? My period is not due until next week.
View 1 Replies
Recently am on the first shot of depo, no birth control usage before this.
Ive always had pretty normal periods, lasting 3-5 days and itll go away.
Once i got on depo, i missed my period the first month completely.
The second month(which is now) i got my period, and so far its lasted 3 weeks and in 2 days itll be 4 weeks..
I should note that I do have unprotected sex with my husband, we are not looking to have a child anytime soon.
My period this month was a normal/heavy flow for about 2 weeks. And the last week its just been spotting sort of red and brown blood mixed together. I also should mention that on the first week of having my period this month,(TMI) a HUGE and i mean HUGE about the length of your hand, piece of tissue came out...It looked almost like... a piece of fish fillet. One side was white and the other side was kinda bloody gray dark looking. It was strange I panicked and threw it out.
Ive been repulsive to smells lately especially in food. I haven't gained weight. I have this weird sensation.Almost like a "gross" feeling inside my body. My breasts arent tender. I am wondering if i am pregnant. I took a pregnancy test before my period started this month and it came as negative. Not sure if maybe stress or pregnant?
Does implantation bleeding even last a week plus?
View 1 Replies
Could I be pregnant?
Right, so I had the implant in my arm for two years, had maybe two/ three periods in that time. Then I had it taken out due to health problems and had consecutive periods after. I had the implant put back in my arm maybe 7 months later then had it for the full three years with only a couple of really pathetic periods. But this time despite being healthy I out on lots of weight. May of this year as it was running out I had a chat with my doctors and they told me to try the injection, depo provera. So I did, but it was horrible, I was horrible. So after another conversation with my doctor they advised to let my system have a break and after I have a couple of months of normal periods find another method, so I let the injection run out in September. I have regular sex and we normally use condoms but as it normally takes your system a long time to recover from the injection I thought no bother, I also haven't had even a tiny period in over a year.
However, now I'm having pregnancy symptoms, extreme fatigue, nausea, mood swings, tender breasts, bloating and I'm complexed.
Naivity, maybe, let me to believe the odds of me getting pregnant were pretty much slim to none, these also could maybe just be symptoms of coming off constant birth control for so long however I don't know.
I don't want to completely scare my boyfriend and tell him I might be if there isn't a chance, so I haven't done a test as its something I'd want to do with him. We have been together three years, have a stable and loving home together, so although it wouldn't be bad if I was, its not ideal right now - however when is it ever?!
I just wanted to know if someone has had a similar experience, or if it's in my mind, or maybe it's a phantom. But I'm wondering if anyone can offer any experiences.
I will obviously do a test if the symptoms preserve but I'm not sure when to do one as obviously I'd need to wait a certain amount of time after the supposed missed period - which isn't there so I'm not sure if I did one now the result would be strong enough to be picked up as its so early. Any advice?
View 2 Replies
i stopped the depo provera injections about 2 months ago and my boyfriend and i are trying to concieve. what can i do to increase my chances of getting pregnant?
View 14 Replies
can people tell me? can you get pregnant when you are on the Depo- Provera Shot?
View 1 Replies
I am 24 and decided after 4 years being on the depo injection, it was time to give my body a break. My last injection was due on the 4th August 2012 which I didnt have. I started bleeding 28th Dec 2012 (around 4 months after my injection was due). The bleeding was the worst I have ever experienced. I was changing about 7 times a day and it last 32 days without a break and constant heavy bleeding. It finally stopped on 31st Jan. I then started bleeding again 42 days later on 14th March 2013 this year and it lasted for 4 days so I am hoping I am back to normal. Are these periods normal and is it likely the depo is out of my system? The whole time I was on the depo I didn't bleed once! I would like to start trying for a baby and hope that now my periods are back I have high chances of doing so.
View 1 Replies
I had my depo shot like 4 weeks ago and i had sex with my boyfriend tonight and i really want to get pregnant cause this is our first child together and i just want to know if I am going to get pregnant when i had my depo shot 4 weeks ago
View 1 Replies
