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why do i have my period?
so i'm on a birth control shot that you're supposed to get every 11 weeks and i usually don't get my period when im on it but the last few times ive gotten it ive gotten my period way before the 11 weeks is up. So i guess i have two questions. Is the birth control still working even though i get my period? and Should i get the shot more frequently if i'm getting my period when i'm on it?
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is the birth control depo provera?
depo is a birth control that i am on, you get the shot supposedly every 11-12 weeks, and you arent supposed to have a period while on it. however, the first 2 shots that you get, or the first 6 months that you are on it, you are still likely to bleed because the lining is clearing out, because you will no longer have a period while on it.
there is no sense in taking more shots, it willbe no more effective, and probably mess with your hormones. there could be serious risks to that. i would suggest talking to your doctor to see whats up.
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When you start a birth control regimen, you'll experience bleeding/spotting for the first few cycles because your body is getting used to the hormones that are being inputted into your system.
I don't think more shots is the answer to this. But then again, call me old fashioned, but I prefer the pill over the shot.
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stargirl
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