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Hello,i've had the nexplanon for. years now. but i keep getting brown discharge or spotting non stop it will mot go away.. is this normal?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Can be: This is a relatively common side effect of the Nexplanon. As long as any other source is ruled out (infection, vaginal irritation) then it is more of an annoyance than a problem

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 5/18/2017

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A member asked:

Hello,i've had the nexplanon for. years now. but i keep getting brown discharge or spotting non stop it will mot go away.. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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