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I've been on the depo-provera shot for a little over a month with no cycle then i was a little for my last one and started spotting i got the shot yesterday and still spotting. i was wondering if the spotting would stop? also if i wanted to switch from d

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

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Depo: Hi, it is not unlikely to miss a period and have spotting. this could take up to 4-6 months before you become regular, please ask ur question regarding the switch again, ur question is not complete.

Answered 10/17/2014

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A member asked:

I've been on the depo-provera shot for a little over a month with no cycle then i was a little for my last one and started spotting i got the shot yesterday and still spotting. i was wondering if the spotting would stop? also if i wanted to switch from d

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

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