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A member asked:

Currently have nexplanon the weight gain side effects are too much. i have 2 bio kids and 4 step looking for a perm bc so tubal ligation or essure?

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Yes: If you are done having children, then a tubal ligation or Essure would be good options. If you don't want surgery, an IUD would give you very good birth control without side effects.

Answered 5/18/2014

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