PROGESTOGEN-ONLY INJECTIONS (DMPA)

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Why would I want to choose DMPA?

You may want to use DMPA if you definitely don’t want to become pregnant and you have tried the Pill, but you keep forgetting to take it You may want to use DMPA if you have already had an unplanned pregnancy after forgetting to take the Pill. You may want to use DMPA if you think that you will find it hard to take the Pill every day, and you really don’t want to risk an unplanned pregnancy. Perhaps you just don’t want to have to remember to use contraception all the time, and you think having an injection every three months would be easier. You might think about trying DMPA if you cannot use contraception containing oestrogen for health reasons or if you get problem side effects from it. You can use DMPA safely when you are breastfeeding.

Are there any reasons why I could not use DMPA? You cannot use DMPA if mere is any chance you could to pregnant. You may be advised not to use it if you have breast cancer, or any breast problems that have not yet If you have a medical problem that means you cannot have an injection into your muscles, you will not be able to have DMPA. If you have any medical conditions, you should let your doctor know before you use DMPA, just to make sure it will not cause problems.

Does DMPA have any side effects? The main side effect of DMPA is that women’s periods usually change. Periods are more likely to get lighter, but they occasionally get heavier and they can become quite irregular. You may have a bit of spotting between periods. You may stop bleeding altogether after a few injections. This is okay and will not harm you. Some women also gain weight, or have headaches or feel depressed. If this happens to you, see your doctor.