Used for 6 - 12 mo
Lowdown76930
🇺🇸 US
• 9th Oct 24
I didn't even want the IUD but my doctor kept pushing it so I just gave in and then after my surgery to get rid of my fibroids, I got constant night sweats EVERY NIGHT. I reported the side effects but they only suggested that I have diabetes or a thyroid problem. I did the tests, negative. Then they said they would give me a lower dose. I told them to take it out. Had to have another doctor to remove it.
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17 years old
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• 4th Jan 26
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21 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 27th Dec 25
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• 1st Dec 25
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47 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 23rd Nov 25
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Used for 5 - 8 yr
34 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 3rd Nov 25
I got on the birth control on the same day I had a surgical abortion due to abnormal ultrasound 14 weeks into pregnancy in 2019. My body was going through a lot of hormonal changes as expected. Severe bleeding for several weeks occurred yet once my body adjusted to the birth control, I have not had any issues. Lighter regular periods with no side effects or unexpected pregnancies. I kept the first implant 5 years to the date of insertion and had a new one inserted in 2024. No heavy bleeding, side effects, or changes occurred. Highly recommended for those who wish to avoid pregnancy until the time is right and do not want the responsibility of taking the pill daily. Give patience to the implant as it may be slightly overwhelming at first but rest assured I have had absolutely no problems, pains, or poor side effects!
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41 years old
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• 1 month ago
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18 years old
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• 23rd Jan 26
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17 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 4th Jan 26
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• 27th Dec 25
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• 1st Dec 25
Worse skin
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🇺🇸 US
• 23rd Nov 25
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34 years old
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• 3rd Nov 25
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• 22nd Oct 25
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