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I havnt had a period in almost two years due to the depo-provera shot how do i know when i'm ovulating?

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Probably not: If you are on Depo-Provera you may not be ovulating. It is also common for women to take a long time for cycles to return after Depo-Provera is stopped.

Answered 2/19/2015

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