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A member asked:

Does depo-provera shrink or get rid of ovarian cysts?

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Yes: This is one of the uses for provera (medroxyprogesterone).

Answered 10/12/2012

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not really : The depoprovera shot will not really shrink or get rid of cyst. Most ovarian cysts simply resolve on their own within 6-8 weeks. The shot may help prevent other cysts from forming though by essentially turning the ovaries off during the 3 months that it works.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/18/2022

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