25/06/2019

Nexplanon

Implant

 4/5

About the reviewer

Age

18-25

Time used

12 - 18 months

Had children

Height

5'8"/172.5cm

Weight

115kg - 120kg / 18st 1lb - 18st 12lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

Using the implant has lessened the worry of taking the pill daily and is an easy way of not having to worry about contraception but it has reduced my sex drive which makes the whole idea of taking contraception pointless!

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Somewhat negatively

Weight

I gained weight

Periods

Stopped periods

Sex drive

Loss of sex drive

Side effects whilst taking

Headaches

Dizziness

Migraines

Enlarged breasts

Increased sweating

Back pain

Tender breasts

Better skin

Spots or acne

Nausea or vomiting

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal discharge

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