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A member asked:

I've recently have had problems with spotting on the depo-provera shot. been on it for 4 years. happens around 2 weeks before my next shot. what's wrong?

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Nothing: Spotting and irregular bleeding is very common on depoprovera. It means nothing and you still have quality contraception.

Dr Rehman agreed

Answered 6/22/2017

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