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I have had the implanon and haven't had a period since i got it. i starting to have pain in my left lower stomach, is it because of the birth control?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Probably OK: The number one side effect of Implanon is irregular and unpredictable bleeding, but many women do not have any bleeding at all - that is still very normal. The abdomenal pain is probably not due to the implanon.

Dr Kobasa agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

I have had the implanon and haven't had a period since i got it. i starting to have pain in my left lower stomach, is it because of the birth control?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr Kobasa agreed

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