A major side effect of Depo Provera is irregular bleeding. You need to see your health care provider for a pregnancy test and pending results, your provider can provide the needed care.

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Depo Provera generally does not affect vaginal lubrication but for some women, this might be a side effect. There are water soluble vaginal lubricants that can be purchased over the counter and without a prescription! We reccommend : Astro Glide or KY Jelly.

Vaginal dryness is NOT permanent and once you are off of a hormonal method of birth control – such as : birth control pills, patches, and vaginal rings, as well as Depo Provera – your normal vaginal mucus will return. Be aware that your ability to get pregnant will also return!

Never use an oil-based product, such as Vaseline because it can actually hurt vaginal tissue and cannot be used with condoms.  Additionally, you should avoid products that contain oils or fragrances because they can cause vaginal irritation and increase the chances of getting a vaginal infection, like a yeast infection. Douching is NOT effective for moisturizing and will also increase the risk of infection.

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What is the shot?

The shot, also known as Depo-Provera, is birth control in the form of a hormone shot. It is effective at helping prevent pregnancy, and must be given once every three months by your doctor.

How does it work?

The shot contains a hormone called progestin that prevents a woman’s ovaries from releasing its eggs. It also thickens the substances within a woman’s cervix to block sperm from entering.

How effective is it?

The shot is incredibly effective in preventing pregnancy (94-99%) – IF it is taken consistently every three months.

Where can I find it?

The shot can be found in most health clinics, so talk to your doctor for information on how you can begin using the Depo-Provera shot.

If you are sexually active, make sure that you are protecting yourself with some form of birth control.

Check out The Bedsider for more information on the shot and other methods. If you need birth control, or to speak with a physician, visit our website for help locating a Mississippi clinic near you: https://www.factnotfictionms.com/clinics.

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