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How Long Will Depo Shot Have Effect?

HI, its been a year since ive gotten off of the depo shot an I have not had a consistent menstrual cycle since. Ive been back an forth on the shot for at least 3 years lasting one consecutive. For the entire 8 months after getting off the depo I spottted. The colors changed from bright red to a very dark brown. This last month an a half I have not been spotting at all a week ago I started noticing a thick milky like white discharge when I use the bathroom an wipe. For the entire year an a half ive been with my boyfriend we have not used protection an I have never been pregnant. Could you please help me
posted on Sat, 31 May 2014
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Hello,

Return of ovulation is observed in a couple of months after the effect of the Depo shot wears off. In your case, this doesn't seem to have happened. I would ask you to see a specialist for a proper evaluation and plan further management. Hormone assay, a sonogram and pregnancy test are needed. Maintenance of a healthy lifestyle is also important.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Shanti Vennam, OBGYN
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How Long Will Depo Shot Have Effect?

Hello, Return of ovulation is observed in a couple of months after the effect of the Depo shot wears off. In your case, this doesn t seem to have happened. I would ask you to see a specialist for a proper evaluation and plan further management. Hormone assay, a sonogram and pregnancy test are needed. Maintenance of a healthy lifestyle is also important. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Shanti Vennam, OBGYN