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I just started the birth control nexplanon, a week ago and last night i started have chest pain, sharp left leg pain and a headache.

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Dr. Martin Morell answered

One: Serious concern would be a blood clot from the medicine, causing emboli to your lung. See your doctor right away. Good luck.

Answered 2/12/2014

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A member asked:

I just started the birth control nexplanon, a week ago and last night i started have chest pain, sharp left leg pain and a headache.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Morell answered

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