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question about the shot
| Thu, 11-30-2006 - 4:05pm |
About 5 weeks ago I had sex with my boyfriend and we didn't use a condom.
I am on the shot, and have been for about 5 months now. I used to get somewhat of a period with the shot, even though it was different from before I started getting it.
I've now missed a period and I'm a little worried even though a common side effect of the shot is irregular or no period at all.
I've also noticed that I've been having to urinate more than usual, every 2-3 hours.
should I go take a pregnancy test? Am i being ridiculous? I feel like I'm being ridiculous but at the same time I'm still worried. What do people think?
Does anyone know if it's common to have a period for a while on the shot, and then stop?

Hi phoenix88kl, welcome!
Jill
I was on the shots for several years and did not have any periods with them. If your shots are are time, you should not be pregnant. But, since nothing is 100% effective except abstinance, you could test. If it's negative, take a few good deep breaths and relax. It's probably going to be negative, and so try not to worry.
HTH
Sallie