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A member asked:

Im on my first dose of the depo-provera shot and ive been bleeding for 2weeks. is this normal? should i be worried? should i see my dr.?

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Very common : breakthrough bleeding is very common with repo provera; it can be improved if you desire. otherwise an office visit is not necessary.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 7/14/2014

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