01/07/2020

Nexplanon

Implant

 3/5

About the reviewer

Age

26-30

Time used

12 - 18 months

Had children

Height

5'5"/165cm

Weight

80kg - 85kg / 12st 8lb - 13st 5lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

I’m waiting to get the implant removed, I’ve given it nearly two years which the doctor advised but it just doesn’t agree with my body. I bleed every month and it is typically light but lasts longer than a normal period.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Somewhat negatively

Weight

I gained weight

Periods

Irregular periods

Sex drive

Loss of sex drive

Side effects whilst taking

Headaches

Dizziness

Aura symptoms

Spots or acne

Tender breasts

Increased body hair

Enlarged breasts

Nausea or vomiting

Back pain

Dark body hair

High blood pressure

Increased sweating

Womb cramps

Cystitus

Thrush

Vaginal discharge

Pelvic infection

Vaginal dryness

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