Question 1

when it is possible to get pregnant after a year and a half of discontinuing depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) injection?

Accepted Answer

Depo provera (medroxyprogesterone) is : Notorious in delaying one's return to fertility. If it has been 1.5 years since your last shot i would speak to an reproductive endocrinologist and infertility expert about options especially if you are eager to convceive. It can take up to one year to start ovulating after discontinuing. Also would want to make sure other hormones (like thyroid and prolactin) are normal.

Question 2

how soon after discontinuing the depo-provera shot can i get pregnant? i discontinued the depo-provera shot 5 months ago and am trying to get pregnant

Accepted Answer

After : After you stop depo-provera, you can become pregnant within 3 to 4 months, however, for some women, it can take up to a year.  If it has been a year and you are still unsuccessful in getting pregnant, you should contact your ob/gyne doctor.  Good luck!

Question 3

discontinued after 3 depo-provera shots, i've had moderate bleeding every 2wks for 3mos.i last menstruated jan7 and until now, no menses.is this normal?

Accepted Answer

If you are obese, or: Have pcos, this could contribute to the continued spotting and irregular periods.  Some simple blood tests and and us can bring you closer to a diagnosis.  There are meds that can help regulate your periods.  I don't like Depo-Provera much, because i see people gain significant weight on it.Many oral ocp's will not do that. It also puts you at risk for osteoporosis, so take some calcium citrate ; 5000 d3.

Question 4

how long does depo-provera birth control last in your body after your last shot & you discontinue it?

Accepted Answer

Up to a year: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is effective for birth control purposes for 12 weeks.  However, fertility is decreased for up to 1 year from the last shot.

Question 5

after 13 weeks of the depo-provera birth contol shot. discontiue taking it. will my appetite will decrease ?

Accepted Answer

Maybe : If you can say with certainty that the shot corresponded with an increase in your appetite that was persistant then you likely will see a decrease.  Everyone is different and for many people there is no change in appetite. If you were using for contraception and not just menstrual symptoms have a back up plan to take its place as pregnancy definitely causes increased appetite and weight gain.

Question 6

does the body still get rid of sperm in the body if your on the depo provera shot? or does it hold it there and the sperm live until you stop taking the shot? and therefore being possible to become pregnant after having the shot discontinued?

Accepted Answer

: Sperm are released from the male with limited energy reserves. They will die off after using up all their energy in ~5 days in the best environment. The die off sooner if stressed by air drying or other external stressors. They are not capable of hanging  around for weeks/months waiting to get you pregnant.

Question 7

i was on the depo-provera shot for about 4 years. i discontinued about a year ago. i recently got my period. now i have heavy bleeding, severe cramps and vomiting. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: You should see your doctor for a pregnancy test and pelvic exam.
What contraception are you using now?

Question 8

what is depo-provera shot?

Accepted Answer

Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone): Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is an injection from of contraception.

Question 9

effects of depo-provera shot withdrawls?

Accepted Answer

Usually none: It is likely that you will not have a period for some time. Otherwise, patients usually don't have withdrawal symptoms. Return of normal menses is common, but return to fertility is expected within 6-12 months.

Question 10

spotting but on depo provera?

Accepted Answer

Spotting: Spotting can occur while on depo provera especially within the first 6 months.  It is within normal limits.

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Discontinued after 3 depo-provera shots, i've had moderate bleeding every 2wks for 3mos.i last menstruated jan7 and until now, no menses.is this normal?

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How long does depo-provera birth control last in your body after your last shot & you discontinue it?

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After 13 weeks of the depo-provera birth contol shot. discontiue taking it. will my appetite will decrease ?

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Does the body still get rid of sperm in the body if your on the depo provera shot? or does it hold it there and the sperm live until you stop taking the shot? and therefore being possible to become pregnant after having the shot discontinued?

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I was on the depo-provera shot for about 4 years. i discontinued about a year ago. i recently got my period. now i have heavy bleeding, severe cramps and vomiting. is this normal?

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