birth controll...how does norplant work?

Question

how does norplant the birth control work? my friend had one put in, but im not sure what it does, or how it works?

Answer 1

THIS IS THE WAY I THINK THAT THE NORPLANT WORKS THEY INSERT THE BIRTH CONTROLL IN YOUR ARM AND IT TAKES ABOUT A DAY FOR IT TO START TO WORK LIKE ANY OHTER BIRTH CONTROLL PILLS WORK EXCEPT THIS WORKS FASTER AND MORE EFECTIVE IS MORE BETTER THEN THE PILLS IF YOU MISS ONE PILL YOU HAVE TO TAKE ANOTHER ONE A LITTLE AFTER THE ONE YOU TOOK BEFORE JUST TO BE SURE YOU DONT MISS ANY SO YOU DONT GET PREGNANT

Answer 2

Norplant is a birth control that will last about 5 years. it is inserted into the arm surgically. It is six small l sticks (that you can see containing progestin, that slowly released into the blood stream . Within the first 1 1/2 years, a high dose of progestin is released. After that, the level drops down to the level of what a Pill might contain, for the remaining time. After the 5 year period, the Norplants has to be removed. Because this method requires surgery, the cost may seem a little pricey compare to other methods. This procedure can cost up to about $400. However, one has to keep in mind that this lasts for up to 5 years .Don't do it ask for a IUD.

Answer 3

Norplant is a contraceptive method in which 6 plastic, flexible rods are implanted under the skin of a woman's upper arm. The rods contain a synthetic progesterone hormone that is released in small doses continuously over a 5 year period. While Norplant is a relatively new contraceptive method in the US, it has been studied for more than 20 years in 44 different countries.

The implanted rods release a small amount of hormone regularly, which prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation, making the cervical mucus thicker and harder to be penetrated by sperm, and making the lining of the uterus unreceptive to a fertilized egg.

Norplant is 99.9% effective at preventing pregnancy, an effectiveness rate that is higher than birth control pills and most IUDs and is comparable to female sterilization. Norplant does not provide any protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

The insertion procedure is a minor one, performed in a medical office in 15 to 30 minutes. To assure that you are not pregnant, Norplant is inserted within 7 days after the onset of your period. After administering a local anesthetic, the capsules are implanted through a small incision that does not require stitches. Though the capsules are not visible, their outline under the skin can be felt and sometimes seen.

Norplant becomes effective within 24 hours of insertion if placed within 7 days of the onset of a woman's menstruation. If placed at other times in a woman's cycle, an alternate form of contraception (for example, foam and condoms) must be used for the remainder of that cycle. Norplant provides contraceptive protection for 5 years.

At the end of 5 years, Norplant needs to be removed because the remaining hormones may cause irregular periods and will not be as effective in preventing pregnancy. A woman can also choose to have Norplant removed anytime earlier. Because the implants may have shifted or moved, removal is more difficult than insertion and takes a longer visit or perhaps multiple visits. Once the implants are removed, a woman will immediately return to previous levels of fertility and if she does not want to become pregnant, she should use another form of birth control.

As far as I know Norplant is not available in the US anymore, but there might be a rod system similar to Norplant that's now available.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

I belive that it slowly gives you a male hormone. It is inplanted under the skin of your arm. This dose cause facial growth that never goes away, even after they are removed. Removal is hard and sometimes the muscle tissue getts tangled into the devices.

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Answer 9

What is Norplant?
Norplant is a contraceptive method in which 6 plastic, flexible rods are implanted under the skin of a woman's upper arm. The rods contain a synthetic progesterone hormone that is released in small doses continuously over a 5 year period. While Norplant is a relatively new contraceptive method in the US, it has been studied for more than 20 years in 44 different countries.

How does Norplant work?
The implanted rods release a small amount of hormone regularly, which prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation, making the cervical mucus thicker and harder to be penetrated by sperm, and making the lining of the uterus unreceptive to a fertilized egg.

How effective is Norplant in preventing pregnancy and STIs?
Norplant is 99.9% effective at preventing pregnancy, an effectiveness rate that is higher than birth control pills and most IUDs and is comparable to female sterilization. Norplant does not provide any protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

How is Norplant inserted?
The insertion procedure is a minor one, performed in a medical office in 15 to 30 minutes. To assure that you are not pregnant, Norplant is inserted within 7 days after the onset of your period. After administering a local anesthetic, the capsules are implanted through a small incision that does not require stitches. Though the capsules are not visible, their outline under the skin can be felt and sometimes seen.

Norplant becomes effective within 24 hours of insertion if placed within 7 days of the onset of a woman's menstruation. If placed at other times in a woman's cycle, an alternate form of contraception (for example, foam and condoms) must be used for the remainder of that cycle. Norplant provides contraceptive protection for 5 years.

How is Norplant removed?
At the end of 5 years, Norplant needs to be removed because the remaining hormones may cause irregular periods and will not be as effective in preventing pregnancy. A woman can also choose to have Norplant removed anytime earlier. Because the implants may have shifted or moved, removal is more difficult than insertion and takes a longer visit or perhaps multiple visits. Once the implants are removed, a woman will immediately return to previous levels of fertility and if she does not want to become pregnant, she should use another form of birth control.

Who is a candidate for Norplant?
Norplant is an ideal contraceptive method for women who:

Want continuous, long-acting birth control

Do not want to take a pill daily or put a contraceptive in place before having sex

Do not want to use a method that contains estrogen

Can put up with some irregular bleeding and spotting.
Women who have a medical history that includes any of the following conditions may be able to use Norplant, but will need to regularly check in with their medical provider:

Breast nodules, fibrocystic breasts, abnormal breast x-ray or mammogram

Diabetes

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides

High blood pressure

Severe headaches, migraines or epilepsy

Depression

Gall bladder, heart or kidney disease

Light or infrequent periods.
If a woman becomes pregnant, the Norplant implants must be removed immediately. It is harmful to expose the fetus to additional hormones.

Who should not use Norplant?
Norplant is not a suitable method if you have:


A known or suspected pregnancy

Acute liver disease or liver tumors

Unexplained vaginal bleeding (until a diagnosis is made by your medical provider)

History of breast cancer

History of blood clots in legs, lungs, or eyes

History of heart attack, chest pain due to diagnosed heart disease, or stroke.
Are there risks associated with using Norplant?
Norplant users are strongly advised not to smoke. The use of hormones combined with cigarette smoking increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes, especially if you are over the age of 35. Another risk to be aware of is that certain drugs may interact with the hormone delivered by Norplant, making the method less effective at preventing pregnancy. Notify your medical provider if you take any of the following medications:

Antibiotics for infection or acne

Antibiotics for tuberculosis

Seizure medications.
What are the side effects of Norplant?
Most side effects of Norplant are not medically serious, such as feeling bloated or minor weight gain. Since Norplant does not contain estrogen, you can expect to avoid some of the side effects of many birth control pills such as mood swings, decreased libido, etc. The most frequently reported side effect of Norplant is a change in menstrual patterns; however, side effects vary from woman to woman and cannot be predicted. Bleeding patterns may become more regular after 9 to 12 months of use, but this does not always happen.

Women may experience the following menstrual patterns when using Norplant:

Prolonged bleeding (having a period for more days than you usually experience) is most common during the first months of use

More frequent periods

Unexpected bleeding or spotting between periods

No bleeding at all (although there may be no harm to your health if you do not get your period, there may be a need for a pregnancy test in certain circumstances)

A combination of the above patterns.
Despite the increased frequency of bleeding for some women, total blood loss during one month is usually less than that of normal periods and is unlikely to cause anemia.

Where can I get Norplant?
Norplant is no longer available in the U.S.

Does my insurance cover the cost of Norplant?
The entire procedure (insertion, the Norplant rods themselves and removal) costs between $500 to $750. It may sound expensive at first, but if you divide the expense over a 5 year period it amounts to no more than $150 per year, an amount that is comparable to the cost for birth control pills.

If you have the University-sponsored health insurance plan, you can contact the Office of Risk Management at 863-1703 to find out what costs are covered. If you have another health insurance plan, you should check to determine if it will pay for part or all of the Norplant procedures. You might also want to ask what the insurance company's procedures are regarding notification of the plan subscriber (the person who pays for the insurance plan, whether it's you or your parents) about services covered. If you don't know the name of your health insurance company, check with Health Services at 863-3953 to determine which insurance carrier you have

Answer 10

slow release hormones under the skin in an implanted release mechanism. i cant imagine putting that under my skin.