I had my son almost 3 years ago and after I did I started taking the depo shot. I liked it because I was always naturally VERY skinney and it helped me gain weight. Also I never had periods. I havent been sexually active for a year and was stilll getting the shots anyway. Is this healthy? I got off the shot almost 6 months ago and I am bleeding like Im dying and I get awful cramps. I also have no energy to do anything. Is this normal? Or is something wrong with me?
2006-10-25 01:35:29 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
I think the following excerpt from the sited web page may answer your questions. First mentioned are health risks and then health benefits and side effects which seem to include what you are experiencing. Don't suffer. Talk to your doctor.
Health Risks:
Studies released in 2004 show that Depo Provera is associated with a loss of bone density resulting in an increased risk of osteoporosis. The bone loss appears not to be reversed when the woman goes off Depo Provera. Depo is not recommended for long term use and especially not recommended when the young woman is still growing her bones. Women on Depo are advised to exercise and take in plenty of calcium. If you have taken Depo Provera for more than two years, you might want to get a bone density test. (see article on Building Healthy Bones and factsheet on calcium-containing foods )
Some women have allergic reactions to Depo Provera.
If a woman becomes pregnant while using Depo Provera, and continues her pregnancy, there may be an increased risk of premature birth.
The effects of Depo Provera on breast cancer are still unknown.
Health Benefits:
Women on Depo Provera have a decreased risk of endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, and pelvic inflammatory disease. You may have less menstrual cramping and pain, fewer periods, and less chance of anemia.
Side Effects back to top
70% of women using Depo Provera gain weight. Almost half of the women using Depo Provera gain more than 5 pounds after one year of use. Many women gain more than 10 pounds.
Irregular, heavy, or no bleeding are common side effects of Depo Provera. After a year of use, many women stop having periods. Lack of a period becomes increasingly common with longer use.
Other side effects of Depo Provera can include headaches, nervousness, mood changes, bloating, hot flashes, decreased interest in sex, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, and back ache.
After the last shot of Depo Provera, it can take over 6 months for the drug to leave the body. Side effects may linger until the drug is completely gone.
2006-10-25 01:43:20 · answer #1 · answered by noone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would see a doctor. When I was getting married and looking into birth control, I checked out the depo shot because it's easy and you don't have to worry abuot anything. But a lot of my research led to a lot of problems like you've explained. I decided to stick to the pill since it doesn't alter my natural menses. I have also read that women on the depo shot, some as few as two shots, had a very difficult time (up to 6 years) trying to concieve again. I would definitely see a doctor.
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2016-09-01 02:23:17 · answer #3 · answered by brickman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
okay, you seriously need to go to a doctor. From the way it sounds, if you are bleeding that much then you could probably lose a lot of blood which could lead to you losing your life. You should either go to a doctor or go back to taking that shot
2006-10-25 01:43:53 · answer #4 · answered by Ariel S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You got your body used to an unnaturally controlled hormonal system. Suddenly it has had to readapt to its natural operation... and its not liking it.
Its not "normal" persay... but its not an unusual reaction given the circumstances. You've totally messed up your body's hormonal control system... and its just trying to re-adapt... Give it time.
2006-10-25 01:37:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your doctor.
2006-10-25 01:39:46 · answer #6 · answered by bree_1384 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋