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Can i go swimming while spotting? im on the depo-provera shot, and i recently started spotting

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Dr. Carol Peters-tanksley answered

Sure you can: Spotting on the depo-provera shot is not uncommon. And there should be no problem in swimming: enjoy the exercise!

Dr Mays agreed

Answered 6/22/2017

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A member asked:

Can i go swimming while spotting? im on the depo-provera shot, and i recently started spotting

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carol Peters-tanksley answered

Dr Mays agreed

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