Lowdown52448
Joined at July 2023
21st Jul 23
Nexplanon implant
It’s better than the pill in many ways, but it’s definitely not perfect. Nexplanon has stopped my periods with the exception of one 7+ day long HEAVY period. I also pour sweat like it’s what I do for a living. My sex drive has greatly suffered too. The higher risk of ectopic pregnancy is scary as someone who lives in a pro-life state. However, IUD insertion scares me and I’m bad at taking pills consistently. So implant it is! I wish I could give it 4.5 stars.
Time used
3 - 5 years
Still using
Impact whilst using
Mood
No change
Skin
Don't know
Sex drive
Reduced
Weight
Don't know
Bleeds
Stopped
Other side effects whilst using
Nausea or vomiting
Period like cramps
Vaginal discharge
Vaginal dryness
Body hair getting darker
Breast enlargement
Hair loss
Sweating more than usual
Tender breasts
Cystitis
Thrush
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