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I was wondering does the depo-provera cause unexplained bleeding after or around your period?

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Yes: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) can cause unexplained bleeding. Its one of the most common side-effects. The good news is that after a year of use around 45% of women on Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) don't bleed at all. After 2 years, up to 75% have no periods at all. Best wishes!

Answered 6/30/2014

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Ive had a period for a year because of Depo-Provera I stopped taking the shot 4months ago and im still bleeding I was on the Depo-Provera for a whole two years can so?

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I am on the injection Depo-Provera in September it has stop my period and now I'm bleeding in October is that normal ?

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