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I am on the depo contraceptive injection. this is my second injection but i am bleeding and also have cramps. is this normal?
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Quite common: Irregularly irregular bleeding is rather common during the first few months of Depot use. Cramps are not so common, so please check with your health care provider
Answered 7/24/2015
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