QUESTION – Is it true that Depo Provera contraception is not good for women health? What are Depo Provera benefits and health risks?

Depo Provera benefits and health risks – ANSWER from experts

Depo Provera is hormonal lon-term (3 months) contraception and it has indications, contra-indications and side effects as all other methods of contraception. If Depo Provera is used correctly, it usually have no negative influence at women health.

Depo Provera users have several benefits which include the following:

red check mark very small  Decreased risk of endometrial cancer;

red check mark very small  Decreased risk of ovarian cancer;

red check mark very small  Decreased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID);

red check mark very small  Decreased incidents of menstrual cramping and pain;

red check mark very small  Rare or absent periods (after Depo Provera injections);

red check mark very small  Decreased chances for anemia.

Depo Provera benefits

Depo Provera benefits

Depo Provera possible health risks

red check mark very small  Osteoporosis,

red check mark very small  Allergic reactions,

red check mark very small  Premature delivery (if get pregnant during use of Depo Provera),

red check mark very small  Breast cancer (contradicting opinions).