Is it normal to have irregular periods after stopping the depo shot?

Is it normal to have irregular periods after stopping the depo shot?

According to the NHS, it is normal to have late or irregular periods after stopping hormonal birth control. It can take several weeks, or sometimes months, for periods to resume as normal. Some doctors call this postpill amenorrhea.

Does your cycle change after Depo?

Most women experience breakthrough bleeding or spotting for the first several months after they begin getting the shot. It may take six months to a year before the side effects end and your periods return to normal. For some women, their period may go away entirely.

How long does it take to get pregnant after depo?

You can become pregnant after taking Depo-Provera®. You could become pregnant as soon as 12 to 14 weeks after your last shot. It could also take up to a year or two to conceive after stopping this type of contraception.

How long does bleeding last after Depo?

Bleeding after the Depo-Provera shot wears off. The hormone from the birth control shot stays in your body for at least three months. Side effects, such as bleeding, may continue for several weeks beyond the shot’s effectiveness window. These side effects may last for several more weeks or months after stopping.

What are the side effects of stopping Depo?

Studies also show that the decline in bone density significantly reverses after stopping Depo-Provera. The most serious side effect is a loss of bone density that can occur over a prolonged period of use.

What happens after stopping Depo?

After stopping Depo-Provera, you might experience irregular cycles for several months as the level of MPA continues to fall and your own hormones kick back in. A delay in resuming your period, irregular timing between periods, prolonged and/or heavy bleeding and spotting between periods are possible.

What can cause irregular menstruation?

One of the most common causes of irregular menstrual periods is related to stress, anxiety or emotional problems. Excess physical or emotional stress can influence menstruation, causing irregular cycles and even their temporary absence.