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A member asked:

I had the depo-provera 2 weeks after my surgery in oct. i want to know if something could b wrong or if a pregnancy is possible. due to spotting, discomfort. ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Take a test : If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available at any pharmacy. It takes a wild to resume normal cycles after stopping depo-provera. See your doctor to evaluate the pain.

Answered 3/21/2014

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