A member asked:

I read up on side effects for implanon birth control it says side effets are sinus iffection itching pain in stomach severe mental issue an i been havin the promblems since i been on it but doc says it aint from implanon need help?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Agree w doctor: Although those may be listed as side effects those are certainly not typical side effects. I agree with your doctor that they are unlikely to be related to your implanon. If you're still unsure though you can have it removed and try another method to see if your symptoms resolve.

Dr Enriquez agreed

Answered 9/17/2012

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A member asked:

I read up on side effects for implanon birth control it says side effets are sinus iffection itching pain in stomach severe mental issue an i been havin the promblems since i been on it but doc says it aint from implanon need help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Enriquez agreed

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