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Expert: Lyndsay Mercier - 6/28/2008


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 I'm on my 2nd shot of depo and I've had my period for 3 weeks now is this normal. when i got my 1 shot my period stopped right away. but this time it wont stop. is it normal??

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Desiree,

Yes, it is normal. When beginning any new form of hormonal birth control it is normal to have long, heavy periods, or no period at all. Every body is different. I would say that if it lasts 4 weeks, and is very heavy, then you should talk to your doctor just to be on the safe side. Typically, these side effects can last as long as 3 months. Many women actually don't have a period at all when they are on the depo shot; maybe you won't either after this passes.


Hope I could help,

Lyndsay

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I can answer questions regarding birth control options and their effectiveness, which one might be right for you, where you can get birth control,possible side effects, insurance and pharmacy issues, and any other question you may have!

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I am trained in Sexual Health Peer Education, and have extensive training regarding birth control and STIs. I am also a volunteer for Planned Parenthood, a leading provider of low-cost birth control. On a more personal note, I got pregnant at the age of 15 so I can tell you which methods do not work. I am also a current user of birth control and have had personal experience with a number of different methods.

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