I was on the depo-provera shot for about 4 years. i discontinued about a year ago. i recently got my period. now i have heavy bleeding, severe cramps and vomiting. is this normal?

Not normal: You should see your doctor for a pregnancy test and pelvic exam. What contraception are you using now?

Time will tell : After stopping depo-provera it can take a while for periods to get back to normal. Over the next few menstrual cycles you will get a feel for what they are going to be like. If they continue to be heavy then see your doctor to discuss your options.

Maybe: If this is your first period since stopping Depo-Provera then it could be normal. There can be a lot of lining of the uterus to shed. And if the cramping is bad you can get nausea and vomiting. However if you've had periods recently that aren't this bad then there's a chance you have an infection. Then you want to see a doctor.