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Irregular periods since depo shot last september, two periods with 12 days apart lasting two days, i have been ovulating what does this mean?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Can happen: Irregularly irregular periods are a very common side effect with Depot Provera (medroxyprogesterone). Not sure that your assessment of ovulation is accurate

Answered 11/24/2015

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