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I had my essure put in in mid to late dec. my depo-provera shot should have worn off in late feb. it's april and no period since feb, and still spotting daily?

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DepoProvera Effects: Depoprovera is effective for birth control for 13 weeks. The non-contraceptive effects such as irregular bleeding can last up to 6 months in some cases.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Poss depo effect: This could be related i the Depo-Provera shot. 3 months is the dosing interval, but the effects can last past that 3 month period. Hopefully you have had your hsg to confirm successful essure. Follow up with your doctor if you haven't done this test.

Answered 2/19/2015

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Depo effect: Essure is a very reliable method of permanent birth control. Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is a good choice for bc for the first 3 months after essure. Birth control is needed in the first 3 mos after essure in order to allow the tubes to close naturally. Depoprovera will alter your cycles even after the medication has "worn off". Cycle effects may last the 3 mos to slightly longer. It's expected. Remember the hsg.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Acceptable: This is a totally acceptable reaction to Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone). Your cycles may not resume immediately. If spotting is a concern talk to your md about putting you on some form of estrogen for about 21 days. This should help stop the spotting.

Answered 2/19/2015

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