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A member asked:

My implanon expired 9mth ago but i have no money for removal. now i am having pregnant symptoms and spotting could i be pregnant while the implant is in.

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: The hormone levels released from your implant do decrease over time. After 3 years the hormone level maintained in your blood by the implant may not be enough to prevent pregnancy. You can still conceive even with an expired implanon.

Dr Balin agreed

Answered 9/20/2013

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