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xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 03:37 AM

OK. I'm 19 on the 21st July, I'm in a serious relationship with my boyfriend ( 22 in august). I'm currently on the depo injection and have been for about 2 yrs now. I don't have periods my doctor told me this was a common side effect. I gained quite a lot of wait last year when I became depressed and have been slowly losing it. I'm due to get my next injection on the 25th July.

My question is, is it likely I am pregnant even though I'm on the injection. I have had stomach cramps, feeling sick (mainly in the morning but at occasional times during the day as well, however I am not actually sick), I'm tired practically 24/7, I have been getting headaches, my stomach feel swollen and I seem to be gaining abit of weight again. I am worried now and would like any advice as I do not want to worry my boyfriend if I am not.

jross820 · Jul 17, 2007, 06:22 AM

Yes you can still get PG on the shot there should be free clinics in your area to have the test done that way you'll know for sure before telling your boyfriend

curlybenswife · Jul 17, 2007, 06:31 AM

Honestly, its extreamly unikely that stuffs lethal it takes a year if not more for your body to start ovulating again when you stop the jab.
I would make an appointment though and discuss the side effects you are obviously having you need to seriously think about changing your contraception, go see your dr tell them your feelings and ask for help that's what they are there for.

J_9 · Jul 17, 2007, 06:36 AM

While it is highly unlikely that you are since Depo is so strong, it is possible. No birth control is 100% effective.

With that said, only your doctor can give you a definite answer.

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 09:03 AM

Thanks for the advice. I'm going to get a hpt asap. I was told the side effects and am unable to take the pill etc so the depo was best option for me. Will a test be affected by the depo injection and will it be accurate. I have been told it will take approximatly 3 months after stopping the depo injection for it all to go back to normal.

Myth · Jul 17, 2007, 09:07 AM

Chances are you have only heard about the "common" side effects of the shot. Look at this site for some of the less common side effects. Drugs and Treatments - Depo-Provera Contraceptive IM - Side Effects from WebMD

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 09:12 AM

Originally Posted by Myth

Chances are you have only heard about the "common" side effects of the shot. ]

I have heard of the side effects mentioned as I was tested for DVT awhile back as they thought it may be connected and they have asked me about many others with each visit. I have not been feeling like this the rest of the time I have been on the injection.

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:01 AM

It honestly sounds to me like you might be getting ready to have a period. I was on Depo, and would go a long time without a period, and then I would have one. Eventually the blood and mucus lining in your uterus is going to build up so much, it has to go somewhere, so it exits stage right, so to speak.

But... like everyone else said above, it is possible to get pregnant while on birth control. I have heard of it happen before. You can take an HPT to rule out that possibility.

And might I make a suggestion? Speak with your doctor about getting another form of birth control. Depo is really hard on your body, and the side effects are insane. When I was on it, I weighed 190 lbs. and when I got off it, I dropped down to 160 lbs.!

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:06 AM

Yeah maybe. Can you suggest any other method. I am unable to take tablets of any form. The injection was told to be as the best option but I am worried that if I was planning to become pregnant that I would be unable to or it would take me a long time. I have gained weight while on the depo however that was also while I was depressed. Lol was losing weight easier after coming off the injection, I can't seem to get rid of any. Thanks for the help

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:09 AM

For me when I quit taking the Depo most of the weight just kind of fell off. Anything that was left over was taken care of with diet and exercise.

Here is a list of different methods of birth control for you : Birth control gallery

You can find one that is right for you and speak with your doctor about it. I am getting the IUD tomorrow. It is inserted into your uterus and that's it, you don't have to worry about it for five or ten years, depending on which version you get. I'm getting the five year version, because I may want to have another child after five years :)

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:11 AM

Also, if you do plan to get pregnant within the next one or two years, get off the Depo now, and switch to something else. Some females take 1 or 2 years before the Depo is fully out of their body. For some it takes less time, but others can actually have it in their bodies for this long.

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:15 AM

OK. Unfortuantly none of the other (other than condoms) would be suitable and that's why I went straight onto that. I would like to get pregnant within 2 yrs but at the same time now is too soon and I would want it to be suitable for when me and my boyfriend choose to try for a baby. Any other suggestions of contraceptive.

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:18 AM

You can try combining methods of birth control. For example he can use condoms, you can use a cervical cap. Condoms and spermicides. Condoms and diaphragm. Condoms and withdrawl. And you can always talk to your doctor about getting Emergency Contraceptives too. :)

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:22 AM

I am unable to take any oral contraceptive (emergency, the pill, etc) and do not want anything too long term such as caps, diaphragms. I think il have to stay with the shot as I have not been able to find any alternative that would be suitable.

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:23 AM

Caps and diaphragms are not long term. They are inserted into your vagina before intercourse, and can then be removed. Like the female version of a condom. :)

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:27 AM

Lol that's not really my thing. I couldn't do it. Same with the implant things in the arm.

jross820 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:27 AM

The first thing is to find out if you are. You can check webmd and see what else is offered there are a lot of methods out there. You may even fine some info. On a planned parenthood website

nauticalstar420 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:31 AM

Have you considered the patch? It sounds like Depo actually might be right up your alley if you are queazy with inserting things in your vagina. Why are you not able to take birth control in pill form?

Also, another thing about the IUD, you don't HAVE to leave it in for 5 years. It can be easily removed if you decide you want to have children :)

xxsamxx110 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:35 AM

First what is webmd? Yeah I'm guna have to find out, I'm prob not and just over reacting but best to check. Second I am unable to take any tablet as I have problems swollowing them. What is done for the iud. I went with the method that was told was approprate for myself as doctors could not suggest any other method. Would have a break from the shot help or would it cause more problems?

jross820 · Jul 17, 2007, 11:37 AM

2 of the side effects to the patch is latex and adhesive reactions but if you can use them it is a great idea