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Have hypothyroidism and on nexplanon. have been spotting off and on for a week. it is barely enough to even get a panty liner specked all day,?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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Nexplanon: Nexplanon is a progesterone and it is not uncommon with progesterone ( or any birth control pill) to have spotting). it may go away after 1-3 months as your system adjusts. Check you TSH/T4 make sure they are within normal limits. f/u wiht doc /urgent care

Answered 7/29/2015

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A member asked:

Have hypothyroidism and on nexplanon. have been spotting off and on for a week. it is barely enough to even get a panty liner specked all day,?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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