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Medical Conditions - Contraceptive Injection

The contraceptive injection is a birth control method that involves the injection of a progestin hormone into the body. It is an effective form of contraception, with a typical failure rate of less than 1%. The injection works by preventing ovulation, thickening the cervical mucus to block sperm, and thinning the uterus lining to make it less receptive to implantation. It is usually administered every 12 to 13 weeks, providing long-lasting contraception. One should note that the contraceptive injection does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and it is advised to use additional barrier methods for STI prevention.

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What could be the reason for bleeding after taking contraceptives?

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Would it be safe for to start using the contraceptive injection?

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Answered By
Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Can missing a second dose of contraceptive injection lead to pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you mentioned in your query, can happen after a deposit shot, as it contains a high amount of hormones.

Did I lose protection if my Depo shot was delayed?

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Answered By
Dr. Usaid Yousuf

Dr. Usaid Yousuf

Is post-coital bleeding a side effect of contraceptive shots?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is understandable to be concerned about bleeding after sex.

Does contraceptive injection cause longer periods than usual?

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How long should a woman continue using oral or intrauterine contraceptives?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Hormonal contraceptives have sex hormones that affect not only the reproductive system but also the whole body.

Answered By
Dr. Uzma Arqam

Dr. Uzma Arqam

Can a woman get pregnant if she has unprotected sex after taking a contraceptive injection?

Hello, Welcoem to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It would be better if you provide your drug and medical history as well.

Answered By
Dr. Uzma Arqam

Dr. Uzma Arqam

Does everyone under injectable contraceptives experience withdrawal symptoms?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A hormonal contraceptive can have a bit different effects on each individual. It depends on the body's physiology as well as how it reacts.

Answered By
Dr. Uzma Arqam

Dr. Uzma Arqam

How to get pregnant after stopping the contraceptive injections?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is common for a person to take several months to conceive after discontinuing hormonal contraception, such as contraceptive injection.

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