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I started spotting red w/ brown again on depo. whats a estimate of how long it lasts? it comes with back pain, headaches, and of course spotting ..

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Normal side effects: Unfortunately, your symtoms are normal side effects of the Depo-Provera injection: Please consult your GYN. Not all women can tolerate this form of injectable birth control.

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Answered 4/14/2015

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A member asked:

I started spotting red w/ brown again on depo. whats a estimate of how long it lasts? it comes with back pain, headaches, and of course spotting ..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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