The Implant
What it is: A small plastic rod that goes in your arm and works for three years
How to use it: A medical provider will insert the implant in your upper arm
Side Effects:
Changes in menstrual period:
- Periods can become unpredictable
- Can have prolonged spotting
- Longer of shorter period
- No periods at all
- Headaches, breast pain, mood changes
Pros:
You don't have to think about birth control for 3 years
No one can tell you're using it
Can stop periods
Cons:
It must be put in and taken out by a medical provider
Changes in period
May leave a tiny scar on your arm
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