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What Causes Irregular Vaginal Bleeding While On Depo Provera?
Hi, I was on depo provera for a year. I didnt go for my injection in July so I have been of it for 5 months. One month after stopping I had a bleed. I saw my doctor they said it was a hormonal bleed. Last month I had what I thought was my first period. If it was I should of had my next period 2 days ago. I have had no period yet, and I am not pregnant. Was that another hormonal bleed. How do you know the differences? Or is my period going to come later?
Tue, 2 Feb 2016
Hi.
First of all, you need to understand that depo shots are famous for causing menstrual irregularities in women who have discontinued the shot and while I do think the last bleed should have been your period, I do think that your cycle is irregular now. But that does not mean it will continue to be irregular, it can normalize within about 2-3 cycles, but if it doesn't then visit your doctor who shall help guide you to a normal menstrual cycle.
Best wishes.
First of all, you need to understand that depo shots are famous for causing menstrual irregularities in women who have discontinued the shot and while I do think the last bleed should have been your period, I do think that your cycle is irregular now. But that does not mean it will continue to be irregular, it can normalize within about 2-3 cycles, but if it doesn't then visit your doctor who shall help guide you to a normal menstrual cycle.
Best wishes.
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