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Hi i haven't had a period in 3 years and my last child was 2 and a half years ago .iv been on the depo-provera injection a few times.also im still lactating.y?

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Dr. Melissa Yates answered

Amenorrhea: It is certainly possible that the combination of Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) and lactation may be preventing your period. It would depend when your last Depo-Provera dose was and how often you are breast feeding. It might be a good idea to discuss the situation with your ob.

Answered 2/19/2015

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A member asked:

Hi i haven't had a period in 3 years and my last child was 2 and a half years ago .iv been on the depo-provera injection a few times.also im still lactating.y?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Melissa Yates answered

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