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Expert: Drea Jean H. - 4/25/2006


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is it possible to get preganat on the the depo shot? I heard that you can get pregnant on the pills but what bout the shot?

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Hi Yesenia,

Yes, it's possible to get pregnant on the depo shot. NOTHING is 100% effective against pregnancy, except not having sex at all. The depo shot is 97-99% effective, basically the same statistic as the pill.

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Drea Jean :)

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Drea Jean H.

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I offer an unbiased view on all birth control methods, and the pros and cons of each. I have personally tried many forms, and am always willing to do research on the topic to become more informed, as I have 3 growing daughters to educate.

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I have tried many diffrent pill forms over the last 10 years, practiced the rethom method, and also utilised many over the counter products.

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