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Implanon .... advice please

whatsername72 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:41:23 GMT

Having seen the doctor today, he recommended the Implanon implant as the better form of contraception for me, happily wrote me a prescription and made an appointment for me to have it put in later in the week. So, as always, I went home sat down and googled it. OMG! Is there no one who has had a good experience with this? I am seriously considering telling him at the appointment to forget it and give me a script for the pill instead. I am about to move town, start a new job and move in with my partner. Mood swings, weight gain and constant bleeding don't fit so well with those plans! I am wondering if any one who is/has using Implanon can give me some advice. Thanks!

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purple_haize — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:54:51 GMT

My daughter had it done and didnt have any problems with it.

Like most things, they always list side affects that are associated with these things, doesnt mean that you will have them, they list them as a guide to what some people have found.

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donnashuggy — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:57:01 GMT

Yes, after my last child. I could not take the pill. It made me sick.

The bleeding will settle down, my doctor put patches on me to help with that.

I personally would recommend it, I was 37 and didn't want any more babies.

I didn't gain weight or have mood swings.

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azureline** — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:57:12 GMT

no idea...but who would post comments about it if they have no problem with it?

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purple_haize — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 04:04:45 GMT

The OP asked for some info about it, I said my dd had it done didnt have any side affects, like is listed on google.

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whatsername72 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 04:05:57 GMT

Very true purple_haize! Thanks everyone for the comments ... I think it is the idea of not knowing when I am going to get my period that is putting me off. I am a control freak!

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*elizabeths-mum* — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 05:41:46 GMT

A couple of friends have had it and the side effects they had (like those listed) only lasted a couple of months, so don't panic until your body has time to get used to the extra hormones. (I have a mirena which is an IUD with hormones included and get similar effects)

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twinkles**stars — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 05:53:21 GMT

My daughters friend fell pregnant 18 months after having it inserted after her second baby was born.

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the_great_she_elephant — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 05:54:54 GMT

@purple_haize wrote:
The OP asked for some info about it, I said my dd had it done didnt have any side affects, like is listed on google.

I think Az was replying to the OP, Purple, not to your post,

I agree with Az, Googling a product is a bit like looking for info on the eBay buying board. - people tend not to post there unless they have a problem.

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punch*drunk — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:16:13 GMT

I had it and suffered no side effects. Only issue for me is the doctor put it in too deep and they havent been able to remove it. Its still in my arm 12 years later.

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purple_haize — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:21:47 GMT

@the_great_she_elephant wrote:
@purple_haize wrote:
The OP asked for some info about it, I said my dd had it done didnt have any side affects, like is listed on google.
I think Az was replying to the OP, Purple, not to your post,
I agree with Az, Googling a product is a bit like looking for info on the eBay buying board. - people tend not to post there unless they have a problem.

Oh okay..........sorry AZ, thought you were referring to my post.

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lis351 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:25:11 GMT

but who would post comments about it if they have no problem with it?

I think Az is probably correct, those suffering side effects are possibly the minority, but would be more vocal than those who did not, perhaps that is why the google search looks so bad.

My sister and I have both tried to use it but had problems but I dont think I know personally anyone else who has. As an aside, a friend of mine absolutely swears by the Mirena (I think its called) IUD and could be something else for you to look into.

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whatsername72 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:35:11 GMT

Thanks everyone for your input. I have filled the prescription, but still haven't made up my mind. Appointment is next week so a few days to stew on it!

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punch*drunk — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:58:11 GMT

@lis351 wrote:
but who would post comments about it if they have no problem with it?
I think Az is probably correct, those suffering side effects are possibly the minority, but would be more vocal than those who did not, perhaps that is why the google search looks so bad.

My sister and I have both tried to use it but had problems but I dont think I know personally anyone else who has. As an aside, a friend of mine absolutely swears by the Mirena (I think its called) IUD and could be something else for you to look into.

I friend of mine has the Mirena and thinks its the best think since sliced bread. No periods at all apparently.

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*elizabeths-mum* — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 07:58:45 GMT

I havent had a period for over 10 years thanks to (2 consecutive) Mirenas - much savings on feminine hygiene products as well as convenience but a bit of a nuisance now I am in the menopausal age range and have nothing to tell me whether its happening or I am just a moody cow!

I did put on weight with it, but suspect I would have anyway and it has a lot of bad press when you google as well.

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lis351 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 08:30:59 GMT

Thats what my friend says, Im a bit paranoid, Id be doing monthly pregnancy tests I think. LOL.

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kennedia_nigricans — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 11:28:35 GMT

i had my first shot of depo-ralovsomething (3-monthly). i am as happy as a pig in poo.

no weekly excruciating pain, nothing.

no thinking of the pill every day, no angst when i forgot it for the rest of the month....

i was contemplating the implant but i don't want another scar and what if i hit a pole/doorframe (will it shatter) as i am not very careful with my limbs?

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kennedia_nigricans — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 11:57:59 GMT

how long does an implanon last?

i am over 30. would i have to get a new one in 5 or 10 years time?

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chinchuckchick — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 12:21:44 GMT

I don't know how old you are, but if you are finished with making babies and in a long term relationship i would be thinking about more permanent methods. I really don't understand why older women who have no intention of having more babies continue to pump hormones into their bodies.

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buzzlightyearsgirlfriend — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 12:42:23 GMT

@purple_haize wrote:
The OP asked for some info about it, I said my dd had it done didnt have any side affects, like is listed on google.

LOL, for a second there I thought you wrote that your dad had it done and I was like OMG!

The I realised it was your daughter.