Can i still get pregnant on nexplanon

A similar procedure will take place for removal of Nexplanon. The provider will clean and numb your arm. He or she will then use a scalpel to make a small incision near the site of the implant. Procedural instruments are then used to locate and remove the implant. A new Nexplanon can be inserted at this time if you want to continue using this form of contraception. Nexplanon must be removed on or before the 3-year mark.

What are the risks?

• Bruising and swelling where the Nexplanon was placed
• Pain or discomfort at the site of placement
• Scarring of the skin
• A small risk of infection
• Difficulty retrieving the Nexplanon at time of removal

What should I do to prepare for the procedure?

• Do not have unprotected sex for 2 weeks before you get the Nexplanon placed as we will not be able to confirm a negative pregnancy test and will be unable to perform the procedure.  
• If you are using a different type of contraception, like the Pill or Nuva Ring, continue to use it as prescribed by your doctor for one week after the Nexplanon has been placed.
• Come to your appointment with a full bladder so you can take a pregnancy test before the procedure

What should I expect after the procedure?
You will be able to drive yourself home after this procedure. You may bring someone to drive you if you would like.

Your provider will place a bandage over the insertion site, which may be removed at the end of the day.

You may experience pain, irritation, or bruising at the injection site. You may take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, like Advil or Tylenol.

You will need to abstain from sex or use a back-up method, like a condom, for 7 days after the procedure. This gives the implant time to start working properly.

• If you were taking a different form of birth control before getting Nexplanon you can continue to take it for the 7 days or as recommended by your doctor.
• Nexplanon, and other contraceptives, do not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Only condoms can protect against STIs.

You may experience irregular menstrual bleeding, especially for the first few months after insertion. Some patients eventually have no menstrual bleeding

Call your provider if you experience:

• Bleeding that fills a pad or more in an hour
• Pain that is not relieved with an OTC pain reliever
• Redness or a large amount of swelling at the injection site
• Fever greater than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit
• Any signs of pregnancy

Office number: (404) 778-3401, Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM

• For emergencies after hours, calling this number will connect you to the operator, who will page the OBGYN physician on call.

If your pain becomes severe, or your fever rises above 102oF in the 3 days following the procedure you should go to the emergency room.

The Nexplanon arm implant is a small, flexible plastic rod (about the size of a toothpick) implanted by your doctor inside of your non-dominant upper arm. It is impregnated with 68 mg of the progestin hormone called etonogestrel.

The implant procedure is easy and fast. Your doctor will use a numbing agent to numb the area on your arm. Using a special applicator designed to ensure proper placement of the device, your doctor will insert the device subdermally on the inside of your arm.

Once implanted in your arm, Nexplanon releases enough etonogestrel into your body each day to prevent pregnancy. Etonogestrel is a hormone that is similar to a natural hormone made in your body. It prevents pregnancy in three ways: 1) it stops your ovaries from releasing one of your eggs, 2) it thickens the mucus of your cervix to help prevent any sperm from reaching an egg, and 3) it changes the lining of your uterus to prevent attachment by a fertilized egg.

The Nexplanon implant also contains a small amount of barium sulfate. Barium sulfate makes the implant visible with an X-ray or other imaging tool. This feature allows doctors and other health care providers to ensure it was inserted correctly and pinpoint the implant location after insertion if needed.

The Effectiveness of Nexplanon

Can Any Factors Affect Nexplanon’s Effectiveness?

Certain medications can impair Nexplanon’s efficacy. Some of these medicines include bosentan, barbiturates, carbamazepine, rifampin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, and cyclosporine, hepatitis C medications, and certain HIV medications and seizure medications. For that reason, if you are taking any prescription medications for any health condition, your health care provider needs to know about it.
Non-prescription medications may also affect Nexplanon’s effectiveness. Inform your health care provider if you are taking any non-prescription remedies, herbal supplements, and vitamins, such as St. John’s wort.

Also, before giving you the Nexplanon implant, your doctor will want to know if you have any health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or triglycerides, headaches, gallbladder or kidney issues, or if you have a history of cancer, depression or have any allergies to medications including anesthetics or antiseptics.

The Benefits of The Nexplanon Implant

Immediate and Long-Term Effectiveness

Nexplanon is immediately effective if you get it during the first five days of your period. If you get it during any other time of the month, it will be effective within one week. After that, you don’t have to worry about getting pregnant for three years.

At the end of the three years, the implant loses its effectiveness. You must have it removed, but you can have a fresh device implanted and be protected for another three years.

Easily Reversible

If you decide to become pregnant during the three-year period, you can have Nexplanon removed. You will become fertile within one month.

Hassle Free Contraceptive

As noted earlier, a big benefit of Nexplanon is you do not have to do anything else once the device is implanted. You are protected against pregnancy without having to take pills.

Very Safe to Use

The hormones in the Nexplanon implant have been in use for many, many years, and millions of women have used them with no health problems.

Nexplanon is very safe—so safe it can be used while you are breastfeeding. It will not affect how much milk you produce, and it will not harm your baby.

It also has few negative side effects for most women. Some women do experience irregular bleeding with Nexplanon, but In fact, many women have lighter periods than normal, and some have no periods at all.

Contact The Experts At Raleigh Gynecology And Wellness For More Information

It is not unusual for a woman to try a few different types of contraception methods before finding the one that works best for her. If the Nexplanon implant sounds appealing to you, contact the experts at Raleigh Gynecology and Wellness. They can discuss the advantages of the Nexplanon implant option, along with other birth control options. They are available to answer your questions and schedule your appointment.

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