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I have had implanon inserted 7 days ago and now my arm is hot swollen and very itchy around the site. what is the reason for this?
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Possible infection: You need to contact the inserting MD/clinic and have the area evaluated for infection and if needed treatment.
Answered 11/17/2017
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