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Suggest Treatment For Delay In Period Post Nexplanon Implantation
Hi, In January I was on my period and got my Nexplanon implanted during. Doctor did a blood pregnancy test that day as well to rule out pregnancy before the implant. I haven t had a period since but heard that it could be normal. I took a pregnancy test and it was positive. What should I do?
Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I have read your description and understand your concern. Nexplanon contraceptive implant could cause delay in getting periods and menstrual irregularities are known side effects during the first few months after the implant. It is advised to use other mode of contraception like condoms and spermicides in the first few weeks after the implant, as it carries a risk of pregnancy, till the implant is fully functional. Since your are experiencing delay in periods as well as your pregnancy test is indicating positive, you need to undergo ultrasound scan and consult Gynaecologist with the report for clinical examination and further assistance without any delay. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.
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Suggest Treatment For Delay In Period Post Nexplanon Implantation
Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I have read your description and understand your concern. Nexplanon contraceptive implant could cause delay in getting periods and menstrual irregularities are known side effects during the first few months after the implant. It is advised to use other mode of contraception like condoms and spermicides in the first few weeks after the implant, as it carries a risk of pregnancy, till the implant is fully functional. Since your are experiencing delay in periods as well as your pregnancy test is indicating positive, you need to undergo ultrasound scan and consult Gynaecologist with the report for clinical examination and further assistance without any delay. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.