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| Name: Stephanie | Date: Apr 24th, 2006 5:52 PM |
| is the pill injection depo proveria? If so I am in the same boat you are! I just got on the shot 3 weeks ago and I am nausea and crampys and gassy! ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 24th, 2006 6:04 PM |
| hi there thanks for the reply, yes im on the depo proveria injection. I know its very worrying, I have tried researching the internet for info but all its coming up with is things about pregnacy which is making me worry more. I have decided whilst sat here this evening to book another doctors appointment to find out what is going on as im getting no sleep. ↑ |
| Name: Lisa | Date: Apr 24th, 2006 10:44 PM |
| First the Depo is something that can affect you in many ways when you first get it. #1 complaint is weight gain. Most of the time the shot is effective but it does take up to 30 days to take full effect. I personally got pregnant on the shot twice! Working on baking the second one. I guess it all depends on how your body reacts to it. ↑ |
| Name: Stephanie | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 9:59 AM |
| Lisa...did you get pregnant during the 30 day period? Hubby and I also used condoms because of the ineffective period...I think it is just all in my head and I'm making myself worry over nothing. Did getting pregnant on the shot harm the baby in any way? ↑ |
| Name: amy | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 10:33 AM |
| im 32 weeks prenant and from hearing this it makes me worry more because i was going to go on the injection after i have my baby so i cant get prego again what would be the contraception for me to use thank you xoxox ↑ |
| Name: amy | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 10:33 AM |
| i mean pregnant lol my keyboards brakeing lol ↑ |
| Name: Stephanie | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 1:08 PM |
| Well lets see here...I used the Nuva Ring..nope it wouldnt stay in didnt trust that! I used the orthro evera birth control patch...caused major skin irritation and itching...so I quit using that and then I thought of the pill...you have to take it within an hour of the same time every day...who the hell can remember that...certainly not me so the only clear choice for me was either: A-depo shot B-an IUD which is like $600!! C-not have sex I went with choice A! ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 1:08 PM |
| ok quick update. i didnt go to docs today, instead i went into boots and spoke to the chemist there. He told me the chances of getting pregnant on the pill injection is very slim and that i would be wasting my money buying yet another test. He did suggest that i get tested for IBS, however this has not put my mind at ease i just felt stupid stood there holding a pregnancy test. anyway first thing tomorrow im goning the doctor and i will be getting this sorted out once and for all to get a straight answer. ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 1:10 PM |
| sorry its going not goning all this worry is getting to me and affecting my tyoping [see ↑ |
| Name: Lisa | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 1:18 PM |
| The first time I got pregnant I had been on the shot for almost 4 years! I had got so caught up in my work and my new Boyfriend ( current Husband ) and forgot about my shot for 2 months after I was supossed to go get it. Didn't make since to me since I had been on it for soooo long. Never the less I came up pregnant and have a wonderful 4 year old. With this pregnancy I got the shot before I left the hospital and had some problems afterwards. Cramping and bloating. Seeing as BC can really cause some problems even death I went to the Dr and she put me on the pill as well to even it out? Anyhow I was on the shot from Nov 8th 2001 to the day I got pregnant around Sept 4th 2005! Funny things happen when you think you are safe. After this one I am thinking about getting that implant? My Sister-in-law has it and says it is good for 5 years and they can put it in at my 6 week check-up. ↑ |
| Name: Debra | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 3:47 PM |
| I 4got the name of this but it is in a shape of a "T" and it put in you and it can go from 2 years to 15 years!!!! and yo can get it taken out any time!!!! its like 100% because it blacks the spirm and makes ur period light!!!! ↑ |
| Name: Stephanie | Date: Apr 25th, 2006 5:01 PM |
| well marie let us know what happens!!!! I'm anxious to hear! ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 27th, 2006 11:49 AM |
| hello again quick update. Had another test today and negative, doc tells me that you can not get a negative positive but you can get a positive neg if that makes sense to you. Apparently its gas and i have to see how it goes as it could be IBS. Phew now i can relax and ignore those flutters and its to much coffee and to many rich foods. ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 27th, 2006 11:51 AM |
| p.s im going to become a nun as that was a right scare ↑ |
| Name: me | Date: Apr 27th, 2006 11:52 AM |
| that was meant to say you can not get a positive negative ?? all medical jardon but i got it now ↑ |
| Name: Stephanie | Date: Apr 27th, 2006 2:09 PM |
| did they do a blood test? ↑ |
| Name: Holly | Date: Apr 27th, 2006 4:25 PM |
| Nothing but abstinence is 100% ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: Apr 30th, 2006 4:07 PM |
| hi again, no they never took a blood test, they seem happy enough by the pregnancy test results and seem content that it is touch of ibs. no im worrying again... thing is my docs is so sturn im actually afraid to demand a blood test now as its going to look like im obessed or something. ↑ |
| Name: Brandy | Date: Apr 30th, 2006 9:40 PM |
| Marie, There are other ways to get things done. You don't HAVE to go to your Doc for what you need all the time. There is Planned Parenthood, Free Clinics which I'm sure every city has a couple here and there.. The local health depts should have a single night a week where people can come in and get tested for std's as well as pregnancy. There are lots of options you just have to know where to look. Good Luck ↑ |
| Name: marie | Date: May 8th, 2006 4:15 PM |
| hi latest update here im back of to docs again god knows whats going on now, ive started to bleed which is scary as its been over a year since i last bled but its more like spotting, saying that friday night i had some strange pains and then lots of blood in my urine..i know i could just rush down hospital but ive so much else going on now in my life and docs can only get me in this friday..bloody hell is all i can ..the joys of being a woman eh ↑ |
| Name: kodi | Date: Nov 17th, 2008 5:09 PM |
| hi im been on the injection pill 4 nearly 4 years i come off it 7 weeks ago i havent had a period yet ,an i was just wondering how long it would take me to get pregnant again as i loved love to have another baby was gona start the pill to bring my periods bk dont know wat to do ↑ |
| Name: lindalu | Date: Nov 18th, 2008 1:36 PM |
| Sorry this is long, but may be helpful. What is Depo-Provera? Depo-Provera is a long-acting progestin (hormone) form of birth control. It is injected into the muscle every 11 weeks. It is effective 24 hours after your first injection if given in the first 5 days of a normal menstrual period. You will need to receive your injection promptly every 11 weeks in order to continue your contraceptive protection. How does it work to prevent pregnancy? It inhibits the secretion of hormones that stimulate the ovaries. This prevents ovulation. It also thickens your cervical mucus to prevent the entrance of sperm into the uterus. How effective is Depo-Provera in preventing pregnancy and STIs? With continuous use, there is less than a 1% chance of experiencing an accidental pregnancy. This rate assumes that no shots are missed. This rate is also comparable to tubal ligation. However, Depo-Provera does not offer any protection against STIs. What are some reasons to use Depo-Provera? * You find it difficult to remember to take medicine every day. * You are on long-term antibiotics or Accutane. * You would be comfortable with having your menstrual periods stop (also known as amenorrhea). * You have valvular heart disease. What are some reasons NOT to use it? * Prolonged use may result in significant loss of bone density. The FDA suggests that Depo-Provera should only be used as a long-term birth control method (longer than 2 years) if other birth control methods are inadequate. * You are pregnant or suspect you might be pregnant. * You have abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been evaluated. * You have had a stroke. * You have serious liver disease. * You are being treated for or have a history of breast cancer. * You have or have had blood clots in legs, lungs or eyes. * You are allergic to Depo-Provera. If you have or have had anorexia nervosa, migraine headaches, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, liver disease, asthma or a seizure problem, please tell your medical provider. Depo-Provera may make these problems worse. Since it is unclear whether smoking while using Depo-Provera increases the risks of heart attack and stroke, it is recommended that women who use Depo-Provera should not smoke. What are the side effects? The side effects are usually not serious, but it is important to realize that once Depo-Provera is injected, it cannot be reversed or neutralized. You will have to live with the side effects until the medicine wears off in 3 months. Menstrual irregularities Bleeding, spotting and amenorrhea (not having periods) are common. After a year of Depo-Provera injections, 57% of women are not menstruating. After 2 years, 68% of women are not menstruating. If you stop getting Depo-Provera injections, your period usually returns within 3 to 10 months. Pregnancy-like symptoms These symptoms include sore breasts, nausea, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort. They may occur after the first 4 injections but usually go away. If you experience a spotty darkening of the skin (usually on the face), this symptom may not go away completely. Weight changes Weight changes may occur due to increased appetite. Average weight gain is 3 pounds by the end of the 1st year and 5 to 7 pounds, total, by the end of the 2nd year. * 33.5% of women on Depo-Provera gain weight * 20% of women on Depo-Provera lose weight * 10% of women on Depo-Provera have no change in their weight. Depression Depression may occur but the cause is unclear. It does go away if you stop using Depo-Provera. Other symptoms Other symptoms can include headache, dizziness, nervousness, some loss of scalp hair, some increase in body hair, a decrease in sex drive, leg cramps, and bloating. They may or may not be caused by Depo-Provera. Report any of these side effects to your medical provider immediately. What are other medical drawbacks and risks? Delay in ability to become pregnant After the last injection of Depo-Provera, it takes an average of 9 to 12 months to become pregnant: * 68% of women conceive within 12 months. * 83% of women conceive within 15 months. * 93% of women conceive within 18 months. These rates are not related to the length of time you were taking Depo-Provera. Cancer One study found a slightly increased risk of breast cancer, especially for women under age 35. There is no increased risk of ovarian, uterine, cervical or liver cancer. Osteoporosis Use of Depo-Provera has been associated with a decrease in the amount of calcium in your bones, which can increase your chance of bone fractures. The rate of calcium loss is greatest in the early years of use. Regular exercise, calcium in the diet or a calcium supplement, and not smoking can help prevent osteoporosis in all women. Sexually transmitted infections Depo-Provera does not protect you from sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is important to discuss STI protection with your partner and to use a condom every time you have sex. Call your medical provider immediately if you experience any of the following: * Prolonged, very heavy vaginal bleeding * Unusual swelling or pain in the legs * Severe chest pain, sudden shortness of breath or coughing up blood * Bad headaches or blurred vision * A lump in your breast * Persistent pain, redness or bleeding at the injection site ↑ |
| Name: hizwifey21 | Date: May 1st, 2009 3:14 AM |
| hi im 20 years old soon to be 21 in June, i have cyst on both of my ovaries and im on the depo provera. well a couple weeks ago i quit smoking cold turkey an a few days after i quit i started feeling "pregnant" symptoms so to rule it out i smoked a cigarette well now im really started to think im pregnant i have pretty much all the symtoms its just very frustrating b.c cyst symptoms are similar to pregnant ones however i never had the urge to urinate so much an feel so nautious to the point i feel like im going to actually thow up. so if anyone has any advice or has cysts please let me know. ↑ |
| Name: joanna67 | Date: May 5th, 2009 12:23 PM |
| hello im joanna, im on the depo ive been on it for 4-5 years,i went for my injection over xmas, but i was 2 weeks late having it, got delayed beause of xmas and working, since then i have gained nearly half a stone i spent 3 weeks constantly feeling and being sick and im allways so tierd and warn out, im 41 and sum years since i woz last pregnant, well 18 lol... and scared incase i am coz my symtoms are like b4 and my daughter in law as just fell pregnant on depo, wot do u think//im not scared but im worreid incase i am, and wot the pills mite be doing 2 a baby. ↑ |
| Name: Bounty2009 | Date: May 12th, 2009 12:48 PM |
| There is always a chance! - nothing is 100% I'm afraid thats all i know really..... Try asking at http://my.bounty.com/forums/ for more info too! x ↑ |
| Name: jessyyy | Date: Oct 5th, 2009 1:11 PM |
| im on the injestion for the pill and the second time i had it my belly started getting big i have had bad cravings i cant fit in to my jeans and my boobs have grown whats going on? ↑ |
