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I have terrible back pain around my ribs, and vaginal bleeding. what's wrong? (i'm on depo-provera shot, so i don't have a period)

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hmmm: The bleeding is likely related to the depo. The pain needs to be evaluated and is not likely related to depo.

Dr Staley agreed

Answered 3/1/2016

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A member asked:

I have terrible back pain around my ribs, and vaginal bleeding. what's wrong? (i'm on depo-provera shot, so i don't have a period)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Dr Staley agreed

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