Contraception Reviews

Lowdown62586

Joined at December 2023

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28th Dec 23
Nexplanon implant

I decided to give the implant a try after having my 3rd child. Almost immediately after I got it I noticed my body changing. My mood swings were so unpredictable! One minute I was normal then the next I'm screaming and reading over something so miniscule. I hoped it would stabilize or get better over time, but it hasn't. My periods are extremely long and seem to overlap. They're not always heavy though, so that's a good thing, but I can "spot" or bleed lightly for WEEKS! I've went to my OB about this and explained to her my concerns. She heard my concerns and advised I take birth control pills to help stabilize my hormones and help stop the bleeding. My implants expiration date is QuickTime approaching in March and I couldn't be more excited! I may even have it removed early. It's giving me soooo many problems since I got it put in my arm. I'll never have the implant again.

 

Time used

18 months - 3 years

Still using

Impact whilst using

Mood

Very negative

Skin

No change

Sex drive

Reduced

Weight

Gained weight

Bleeds

Irregular

Heavier

Spotting

Other side effects whilst using
 Vaginal dryness
 Hair loss
 High blood pressure
 Body hair increase
 Discomfort wearing contact lenses
Experiences coming off Nexplanon implant

No experience provided

Impact after using

Mood

Don't know

Skin

Don't know

Sex drive

Don't know

Weight

Don't know

Cycle return to normal

18 months - 3 years

Other side effects after using

No side effects provided

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