Do you still get your period with the implant?

Do you still get your period with the implant?

The most common side effect is irregular bleeding (aka spotting), especially in the first 6-12 months. But most people on the implant get lighter periods, or their periods stop altogether while they have the implant. Other possible side effects that aren’t as common include headaches, breast pain, and nausea.

Why am I not getting my period on the implant?

Some women stop having their menstrual periods after getting a hormonal implant. This is not a reason to worry. It just means that your ovaries are resting and not releasing an egg each month. Your ovaries are making less estrogen, and the lining of your uterus does not get thicker.

How long does it take for your period to regulate after Implanon?

The contraceptive implant doesn’t interfere with fertility once it’s removed – periods usually return to normal within one month.

Is it normal to not bleed on the implant?

For every 10 women who use the implant, one will get it removed because of this irregular bleeding. Not everyone gets spotting, though, and for many people who do it goes away after a few months.

Can Implanon stop periods?

Your periods may become irregular, lighter, heavier or longer. A common side effect is that your periods stop (amenorrhoea). It’s not harmful, but you may want to consider this before deciding to have an implant. Some medicines can make the implant less effective.

What are the disadvantages of Implanon?

What are the disadvantages of Implanon NXT®?

• changes in bleeding frequency (about one in every five women have no bleeding at all)
• irregular light bleeding.
• prolonged and/or frequent light bleeding.
• prolonged and/or frequent heavy bleeding.

What does the implant do to periods?

The hormones in the implant can help with painful or heavy periods. The implant may ease cramps and PMS, and it will usually make your period lighter. 1 in 3 people even stop getting their period altogether after a year on the implant. It’s totally safe to not get a period while you’re on the implant.

Has anyone fallen pregnant on the implant?

Nearly 600 women have become pregnant despite using a popular contraceptive implant, a health watchdog has said. There have also been more than 1,600 reports of adverse reactions to the Implanon device, which is designed to prevent pregnancy for three years.

How would I know if Im pregnant on the implant?

However, on the very rare chance that you become pregnant while using the contraceptive implant, there are a number of signs you could look for. These may include a change in the pattern of your periods (if you still have them), tender breasts, tiredness, or nausea.