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I have had nexplanon in for 8 months and had spotting so im on 1 mg of estradiol/day. my bleeding has only gotten heavier and im getting 2-3 heavy periods/month. whats wrong with me? how do i completely stop bleeding?

Q: i have had nexplanon in for 8 months and had spotting so im on 1 mg of estradiol/day. my bleeding has only gotten heavier and im getting 2-3 heavy periods/month. whats wrong with me? how do i completely stop bleeding?

: You should visit your GYN doctor for a reevaluation. Your hormone medications should be reconciled, more risk then benefit. Take care.

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You should visit your GYN doctor for a reevaluation. Your hormone medications should be reconciled, more risk then benefit. Take care.

Answered 9/17/2023

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A member asked:

I have had nexplanon in for 8 months and had spotting so im on 1 mg of estradiol/day. my bleeding has only gotten heavier and im getting 2-3 heavy periods/month. whats wrong with me? how do i completely stop bleeding?

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