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I am on the depo-provera shot and i have been on my period for four weeks now and it is heave what can i do to make the bleading stop or even slow down?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Normal depo effect: Irregular periods are the norm on depoprovera. Many patients have no periods at all. Others will experience irregular menstrual bleeding. This is how Depo-Provera works. If you are not satisfied with the bleeding pattern on Depo-Provera then consider using a different birth control method.

Answered 2/19/2015

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