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I took depo-provera 9 months then the pill right after for 1 month, no period in a year, did this mess up my body forever? will i be able to get pregnant soon

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Dr. Veena Govila answered

Depot shots: No it takes time to resume your reg period. See your gynaecologist.

Answered 4/3/2014

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

No: After Depo-Provera conception is possible.Your system will recover.

Answered 2/19/2015

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A member asked:

I took depo-provera 9 months then the pill right after for 1 month, no period in a year, did this mess up my body forever? will i be able to get pregnant soon

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Veena Govila answered

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

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