A 19-year-old college student initiates depot medroxyprogest…
A 19-year-old college student initiates depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injections for contraception. She is healthy, BMI 21, non-smoker, with regular calcium and vitamin D intake. At her 18-month follow-up visit, she reports no adverse symptoms and is pleased with the convenience of DMPA. She asks about long-term safety. Which risk should the NP specifically address with prolonged use?
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