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What form of contraception is better, the injection or implant?

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Both good.: Implant in us good for 3 years. Quick return to fertility once removed. Requires a minor procedure to place and remove injection in us must get new shot every 12-13 weeks. No other procedure required. Effects may last more than 3 months (rarely up to 18 mos.

Answered 8/24/2013

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