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Is it normal to have irregular spotting while on the depo-provera shot?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Yes: Irregular spotting is very common on Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) especially the first 3 months of use.

Dr Namey and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 6/11/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have irregular spotting while on the depo-provera shot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dr Namey and 6 doctors agreed

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