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Is it normal for my period to last 7 weeks and not stop so far i take the birthcontrol depo?

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Dr. Richard Wallner answered

No: Depo is commonly associated with abnormal bleeding, but pregnancy and infection need to be ruled out by your doctor.

Answered 12/24/2012

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A member asked:

Is it normal for my period to last 7 weeks and not stop so far i take the birthcontrol depo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Wallner answered

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