A thin, flexible, and small contraceptive can be over 99% effective, just like a contraceptive pill. This contraceptive implant prevents pregnancy when it releases hormones that can thicken cervical mucus and prevent the ovary from releasing eggs.
Can Nexplanon change your discharge?
The most common birth control implant side effect is spotting (light bleeding or brown discharge), especially in the first 6-12 months. Sometimes the implant causes long-term spotting, or periods can get longer and heavier. But for most people, the implant makes their periods way lighter.
Does Nexplanon stop discharge?
This discharge is common as your body adjusts to the hormone medicine in the implant, which can take one or more months to stop. Every woman has her own unique vaginal odor.
Does the implant cause smelly discharge?
Getting the implant can cause side effects, one of which is brown discharge. The smell of the discharge varies between people, while the color is because it contains old blood. The brown discharge typically appears over the first 6–12 months as the body adjusts to the implant.
Can nexplanon cause weird discharge?
The most common birth control implant side effect is spotting (light bleeding or brown discharge), especially in the first 6-12 months. Sometimes the implant causes long-term spotting, or periods can get longer and heavier.
Does the implant cause bacterial vaginosis?
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How do I know if my nexplanon is infected?
Signs or symptoms of an infection at the insertion site, such as tenderness, redness, swelling or discharge.
What happens when Nexplanon runs out?
Once it expires, it no longer protects against pregnancy. To continue having effective birth control, you can have a new Nexplanon device implanted or begin using another form of birth control.
When does Nexplanon wear off?
Nexplanon works for 5 years, and a nurse or doctor must remove it once it expires. You can also get your implant taken out any time before then if you want to get pregnant or stop using it.
Is it possible for Nexplanon to stop working?
Nexplanon® can be used for up to 3 years. After 3 years the hormone supply runs out and the implant stops working, which means it must be removed. If you would like to continue using this method of birth control, you have to get a new implant.