Question 1

is it normal to always be in pain on implanon?

Accepted Answer

No: Implanon should not cause pain  (except a small amount at the placement site)

Question 2

implanon side effects, cost?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Irregular vaginal bleeding is most notorious side effect. Cost can be checked online.

Question 3

what are implanon side effects?

Accepted Answer

Most common: side effect of IMPLANON® is a change in normal menstrual bleeding pattern. It is not unusual to have shorter and/or lighter periods, or to skip period. Implanon is very safe for almost all women.  Other commonly reported side effects include: emotional lability/mood changes, headache, breast discomfort, and acne; however, more women reported improvement in acne than worsening.

Question 4

why does implanon cause spotting?

Accepted Answer

CPU override: Your Central Processing Unit is being overridden by the implanon's hormone "feedback" to your pituitary gland. As a result, it's "keystrokes" to the endometrium are often sporadic, resulting in the computer to "freeze" (spotting). This in no way, will prevent the overall computer (body) from functioning,. Implanon will just continue to prevent a "virus"(pregnancy) but the keyboard may "freeze".

Question 5

how soon do the implanon runs out?

Accepted Answer

3 years: Implanon lasts for three years after it was inserted. After that, you are no longer protected from pregnancy. At that point you can have it removed and another one inserted or start a different form of birth control.

Question 6

dealing with implanon side effects?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Irregular bleeding is an almost universal side effect of implanon. There is no normal time for your period on this birth control  method. If you have other questions regarding specific side effects then please specify in a future question. Hope this helps.

Question 7

how is implanon inserted in the body?

Accepted Answer

Under the skin: Implanon is a matchstick-like contraceptive that is placed under the skin next to the biceps muscle.  Local anesthesia (like novacaine) is used and a 1/4 inch incision may take a week to heal. Implanon lasts for 3 years and has a great pregnancy protect rate; however, the most common complaint from its users is a high rate of unexpected spotting and bleeding.

Question 8

implanon removal, will i lose weight?

Accepted Answer

You would still need: to do the work to lose it. Eat healthfully &amp; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed.  Do both cardio &amp; weight training.

Question 9

is conception possible while on implanon?

Accepted Answer

Yes always but raref: Unlikely but possible. After onset period of 30-45days after starting, contraception, pregnancy would be rare. Check pregnancy tests to make sure.

Question 10

what side effects will the implanon have?

Accepted Answer

Many: Nexplanon/Implanon is a highly effective implantable contraceptive. Effective for 3 years. most common side effect is irregular periods in about 25% of users. can range from no periods to daily bleeding or spotting. Breakthrough bleeding can be treated with birth control pills or estrogen but the bleeding often recurs. Weight changes, usually gain, can occur.  Mood changes are not uncommon.

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