period while on Depo???

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Registered: 04-14-2003
period while on Depo???
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Thu, 03-18-2004 - 4:02pm
Hi,

I had the BC shot injection in my hip on mid January, and earlier this week, I started my period. The doctor told me that it should last for 3 months, which would be mid April, can anyone tell me what may have started my period earlier than expected? Should I be worried? Thanks for any help :)

-Savaeigh

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Thu, 03-18-2004 - 7:58pm
Hi savaeigh, welcome!

Irregular bleeding is a common side effect during the first few months on Depo. See: http://www.contraceptiononline.org/contrareport/article01.cfm?art=256 I don't think you have anything to worry about, but you might want to let your doc know what's going on.

Good luck

      Jill