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I haven't had period for 6 months. will taking progesterone induce my period? will i ovulate after?

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Dr. Giuseppe Barbesino answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Maybe and no: A course of Progesterone (5-7 days) may cause menstruation in certain situations and it is actually a test to troubleshoot lack of menstruation. However Progesterone cannot cause ovulation.

Answered 6/30/2014

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