25/06/2019

I don't know/can't remember

Implant

 3/5

About the reviewer

Age

18-25

Time used

3 - 6 months

Had children

Height

5'3"/160cm

Weight

55kg - 60kg / 8st 9lb - 9st 6lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Best contraception used as the pill did not work for me at all, mood swings, forgetting to take it, loosing the packets. I was hesitant with the implant as it does cause injections to have it fitted but apart from the irregular periods/ discharge I find it the best contraction method.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Neutral - no change

Weight

No change

Periods

Irregular periods

Sex drive

No change

Side effects whilst taking

No effects

Spots or acne

Increased sweating

Enlarged breasts

Back pain

Thrush

Womb cramps

Vaginal discharge

Pelvic infection

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