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A member asked:
Does the depo-provera shot stop a woman from ovulating? even if i only had one shot? how does the depo-provera shot work
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Yes: The repo injection will stop the ovaries from ovulating - that is how it prevents pregnancy. The injection is usually working after a week of your first injection.
Answered 7/25/2014
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