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Is a pelvic exam required prior to prescribing Depo-Provera?

April 26, 2017depo-provera exam pelvic prescribing prior

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Is a pelvic exam required prior to prescribing Depo-Provera?

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A pelvic examination is not mandatory prior to prescribing Depo-Provera, and may be postponed until a follow-up visit. The pap smear should also be discussed at the first visit as an expectation during future follow-up visits.