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Does the depo-provera shot stop a woman from ovulating? even if i only had one shot? how does the depo-provera shot work

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Dr. Ew Christensen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: The repo injection will stop the ovaries from ovulating - that is how it prevents pregnancy. The injection is usually working after a week of your first injection.

Dr Davis and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/25/2014

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