Ladies, have you ever used the contraceptive implants in your arm? If so does it hurt and what side-effects have you suffered.
How long do they last for?
2007-03-05 03:17:06 · 10 answers · asked by Pearl 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
If you're talking about Norplant: the impants (it's six matchstick sized tubes inserted under the skin of your upper arm) are good for five years -- after that time you have to have them removed (of course, you can have them removed earlier).
I did not find insertion painful, it was a short procedure and the local anesthesia did the job. Removal took a little longer and was less comfortable, and it's not unusual for there to be more poking, prodding, and pain with removal. Scarring has been minimal.
Qualitatively, the side effects and risks are about the same as with any hormonal birth control, which of course also means that if you smoke, are over 35, have any kind of clotting issues, etc. you shouldn't use Norplant. (The typical side effects with Norplant include pretty extreme mood swings and depression.) However, women have experienced the side effects generally more severely with Norplant, and more frequently, than with other hormonal birth control. Because of that, and the resultant lawsuits as well, Norplant has fallen out of favor, as it were, and is no longer available in some places -- including the United States. So, if you're in the US, Norplant is no longer an option for birth control.
2007-03-05 03:25:04 · answer #1 · answered by ljb 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
the implant lasts 3 years not 5, i had it in for 2 years got it removed last year due to constant bleeding my periods were a mess my arm was always itchy, i would say give it a try you can always have it removed if you get any unpleasant side effects, some people find there periods stop which would have suited me fine but not much point in having the implant in if i could never have sex due to bleeding all the time
it does not hurt at all to have it put in or taken out but you may get a nasty bruise but thats nothing
the ones that lasted 5 years are no longer used!
2007-03-05 04:47:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had an Implanon last year. They give you an aneasthetic when they put it in and it is a bit bruised for a week or so. Doesn't really hurt much. They are supposed to last 2 years, but I had mine taken out because I was getting 2 periods a month. No other side effects though.
I've switched to the Mirena IUS now which lasts 5 years. I've had some problems with cramping, but I'm told this is because I've got a very small uterus. Who knew?
2007-03-05 03:35:30 · answer #3 · answered by SmartBlonde 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Implant as in the rods in your arm? Or an IUD/coil? You do NOT want to be using both Implanon and birth control pills. That's too many hormones and not the right balance of hormones. Did the doctor who prescribed your pills know you already had the implant? And if you mean an IUD -- while there's no inherant danger is using both, it's probably not necessary. If you don't like your implant, have it removed and switch to another method that better meets your needs.
2016-03-29 00:50:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hello pearl.i have the contraceptive implant and its been successful for 6 months(period free!)Always a bonus.lol.the only part that hurts is when they put the anaesthetic in.hope that helped.(its less painful than childbirth trust me!!)
2007-03-05 03:26:07 · answer #5 · answered by Stevie T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi i had the implant put in 6 months ago.My periods have now stopped but for the last 6 months i have had constant spotting.
i get occasional headaches .it lasts for 3 years. i didn't find it painful being put in.
Not all doctors do this so you may need to go to the family planning clinic.
good luck
2007-03-05 05:42:07 · answer #6 · answered by bagpuss5501 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've tried it. Was fine - other than completely destroying my sex drive! I've heard of this happening with other women too.
Have you tried the contraceptive pill 'Yasmin'? No side effects other than fabulous skin! I've tried many different kinds of pill but this one is best.
Think carefully and best of luck
2007-03-05 03:27:01 · answer #7 · answered by Sam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IMy daughter did and put on a load of weight almost immediately.Just something for you to consider if this would be an issue for you.
2007-03-05 03:31:11 · answer #8 · answered by Niamh 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh... make sure you do some proper research into this. Someone i know used this method and it brought on her menopause at the age of 27!! I dont know the ins and outs of it but .. it almosts stopped her from having kids all but luckily they treated her in time
2007-03-05 03:23:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
got one in now. looks scary but doesn't hurt, no periods since but have got a little acne
2007-03-05 03:28:31 · answer #10 · answered by silvernightthorn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋