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If you have unprotected 4-5 days after getting the depo shot can you get pregnant? help please.

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Dr. Jeffrey Ng answered

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Yes: Yes, there is a small chance of pregnancy. Usually they suggest to wait 7 days.

Answered 8/24/2015

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A member asked:

If you have unprotected 4-5 days after getting the depo shot can you get pregnant? help please.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Ng answered

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