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This is my 3rd year on nexplanon. replacing it in august. i was on my period last week, got off, then yesterday it's basically like i started again?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Can cause bleeding: Irregular bleeding is a common and normal side effect of nexplanon. For some bleeding occurs less frequently than your normal cycle. For others more frequently.

Answered 3/23/2016

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A member asked:

This is my 3rd year on nexplanon. replacing it in august. i was on my period last week, got off, then yesterday it's basically like i started again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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