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Iv been bleeding for 2 weeks n im on the birth control shot and it's about time for a new shot in november. is this just my period or could i be prego?

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Dr. Mary David answered

Common: The Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) commonly causes irregular bleeding and it is common to do some bleeding as tha time for the next shot approaches. It is unlikely that you are pregnant but you can always check a pregnancy test to be sure. Good luck

Answered 5/18/2015

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A member asked:

Iv been bleeding for 2 weeks n im on the birth control shot and it's about time for a new shot in november. is this just my period or could i be prego?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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