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I had my first depo shot last month while i was on my second day of menstruation. i was meant to go on my periods but i am two days late is this norma?

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Dr. Audrey Lance answered

Yes: It is very normal to have irregular bleeding during the first few months that you use Depo. Most women will eventually stop getting their period altogether after a couple of shots, but in the beginning it can be irregular.

Answered 5/18/2018

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A member asked:

I had my first depo shot last month while i was on my second day of menstruation. i was meant to go on my periods but i am two days late is this norma?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Audrey Lance answered

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