Del Rey, CA
A 22-year-old female asked:
just turned 2 years on nexplanon birthcontrol this month and missed a period can this be normal ?
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Dr. John Berryman answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 54 years experience
Nexplanon: Nexplanon is a progestin implant form of birth control, and ovultation may occasionally be delayed, with a consequent "missed period". If you are concerned about pregnancy, wait 10-14 days and if you have not had your period, obtain a serum HCG test to make certain about pregnancy.
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Del Rey, CA
A 22-year-old female asked:
Can nexplanon birthcontrol cause a missed period after 2 years of being on it?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. John Berryman answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 54 years experience
Nexplanon: Nexplanon may cause a delay in ovulation which will delay the onset of a period. Progestin implants like Nexplanon can cause very irregular cycles, but pregnancy is about 99% avoided in any case.
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