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Is it normal to miss 4 periods on nexplanon?

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Yes: One of the more commons side effects for Nexplanon is menstrual irregularities. Monitor for other symptoms assocaited with pregnancy- if you have these, contact you physician immediately.

Dr Askew agreed

Answered 5/2/2016

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I have had nexplanon implant since may and didnt have a period until November now I am having one every four weeks. If Im having a regular period could that mean the implant is not working and I am ovulating or is it normal?

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Missed period in March. Implanon was taken out in October.. could it be a hormonal Imbalance maybe?

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I have had the nexplanon since January and my periods have been pretty normal. I am going on 4 weeks menstruating. Should I be concerned?

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Is it normal if i've had the nexplanon in for the first time to have a long first period?

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I'm 17, I've been on nexplanon for almost six months I don't really get periods anymore but I get a brownish discharge, what is this, is it normal,ok?

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