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I am on the depo shot birth control but i get my period every other week and spot in between.. why?

Q: i am on the depo shot birth control but i get my period every other week and spot in between.. why?

: Irregular bleeding is annoying but not unusual on the Depo shot, especially if you have recently started it or are getting close to your next dose. If the bleeding is sufficiently disruptive you may need to discuss alternatives with your doctor.

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Dr. Timothy Brown answered

Irregular bleeding is annoying but not unusual on the Depo shot, especially if you have recently started it or are getting close to your next dose. If the bleeding is sufficiently disruptive you may need to discuss alternatives with your doctor.

Answered 9/13/2022

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A member asked:

I am on the depo shot birth control but i get my period every other week and spot in between.. why?

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