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I was supposed to get my implanon taken out this past june but due to insurance problems i still have it. is this a health risk?

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Dr. Elizebeth HARMON answered

No risk : No health risk but you are not protected from pregnancy. You can usually get birth control treatments at your local family planning clinic at reduced cost. Usually based on income.

Answered 9/24/2013

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A member asked:

I was supposed to get my implanon taken out this past june but due to insurance problems i still have it. is this a health risk?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizebeth HARMON answered

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