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A 20-year-old female asked:
My cervix and vagina is all squishy and tight. haven't had period since i stopped the depo-provera shot in may. boobs went b-c cup. unprotected sex. prego?y/n
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Dr. Alfredo Nievesanswered
Gynecology 42 years experience
Depo effect: It takes 6-9 for to return to your normal ovarian function . Unprotected intercourse not a good idea, other than if yoou are trying to get pregnant. Go get checked.
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