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i took my depo shot around april .. it is now october and last month i didnt have a period at all.. my question is even if you get only ONE shot and never get another one can it still take ur periods aways for a year?
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Depo Provera is a long acting
Depo Provera is a long acting injectable contraceptive that lasts for three months in most women. However it can have a prolonged effect upon your body and stop your period up to one year. Depo Provera can also cause irregular periods so it may be a while before things go back to normal for you. I have heard many women complain about irregular menstruation or lack of menstruation while on Depo Provera. Many women find the lack of periods discomforting or they are distressed when their period comes unexpectedly. A few women who take Depo Provera bleed non stop. Menstrual cycle irregularities are the number one reason for discontinuation of this drug.
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