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I have nexplanon in my left arm. ive had it for about two and a half months. i was laying on that arm for a little while and now it feels like its poking my skin. it feels like little pinches and i can see thr ends poking my skin?

Q: i have nexplanon in my left arm. ive had it for about two and a half months. i was laying on that arm for a little while and now it feels like its poking my skin. it feels like little pinches and i can see thr ends poking my skin?

: Just watch it for now, nothing to concern.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Just watch it for now, nothing to concern.

Answered 1/22/2023

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A member asked:

I have nexplanon in my left arm. ive had it for about two and a half months. i was laying on that arm for a little while and now it feels like its poking my skin. it feels like little pinches and i can see thr ends poking my skin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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