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What Causes Vaginal Spotting And Abdominal Cramps While On Depo Shots?

I ve been on the depo shot for 7 months and have had no bleeding at all. I ve been lighting spotting and having mild cramps for the last 3 days. Is this normal? Should I go see my doctor? Im on the depo because i had 2 miscarriges, the last i had to have blood tranfusion because i lost so much, then stated bleeding really heavily a month later. Im extremly worried about spotting. Are there tests they can do to find out if something is wrong? Also I read that nsaids could help stop the spotting. Does it matter which nsaids I use? I have some medicine that has aspirin and acetaminophen. Would that help?
Thu, 24 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

When bleeding occurs for longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance. While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options. Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam. Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommended.

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What Causes Vaginal Spotting And Abdominal Cramps While On Depo Shots?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. When bleeding occurs for longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance. While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options. Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam. Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommended. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Wish you a good health.