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I have been on nexplanon for two years and i have never had consistent bleeding patterns. they always change. is this normal?

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Dr. Timothy Brown answered

Yes: You cannot expect regular cycles on Nexplanon. It is not unusual to get no periods at all.

Answered 9/10/2015

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A member asked:

I have been on nexplanon for two years and i have never had consistent bleeding patterns. they always change. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Timothy Brown answered

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