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I have been on depo-provera provera where i have already gotten 4 shots and my periods still aren't regulated ....i may have a period and bleed off and on for 2 weeks then it goes away and may come back 2 or 3 weeks later .any suggestions on why my period

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Normal depo effect: Irregular periods are the norm on depoprovera. Many patients have no periods at all. Others will experience irregular menstrual bleeding. This is how Depo-Provera works. If you are not satisfied with the bleeding pattern on Depo-Provera then consider using a different birth control method.

Answered 2/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have been on depo-provera provera where i have already gotten 4 shots and my periods still aren't regulated ....i may have a period and bleed off and on for 2 weeks then it goes away and may come back 2 or 3 weeks later .any suggestions on why my period

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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