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I have a blister on my arm after i got the birth control implant and i don't know if it's normal and how do i get rid of it ?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

"blister"?????: See the DR who did the implant. Itch??? Was an antibiotic or bandage applied after? Many people are allergic to these.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/14/2015

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A member asked:

I have a blister on my arm after i got the birth control implant and i don't know if it's normal and how do i get rid of it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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