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| frogger2013
- Mon Mar 23, 2009 3:50 am |
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About three years ago, I was on depo for about one year. I had very irregular periods throughout the whole year so I switched to an oral contraceptive, which regulated my menstrual cycle with no problem. It has been almost two years since I have used any kind of contraception. Now my cycle is irregular again. On Feb. 1, I started my period as expected and it lasted for about a week as it usually does. Then about a week later I bled for another five days or so. What could be the cause of this and could I still be having some effects from the depo? So, since about the 18th of feb. I have not had my period or any sign of it.
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| Debbie Miller, RN
- Tue Mar 24, 2009 11:23 am |
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 Hello,
It is considered normal to sometimes experience unexpected bleeding, whether the period is missed or as in this case, extra. If you are sexually active and worry about a missed period, take a home pregnancy test. Otherwise, don't worry and see how things work out on their own. Chances are your body will regulate itself hormonally.
Best wishes.
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| frogger2013
- Tue Mar 24, 2009 5:10 pm |
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But is this normal 3 years after stopping the depo, and almost two years of absolutely no contraception?
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| Debbie Miller, RN
- Fri Mar 27, 2009 4:53 am |
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It can be normal regardless of depo use. I would not say it is because of the depo. Most women experience this at times.
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