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Medical Conditions - Etonogestrel Contraceptive Implant

Etonogestrel contraceptive implant is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy in women. This implant is available as a small plastic rod, and it is placed under the skin of the upper rm. Hormones are released slowly in the body by thickening the cervical mucus and lining of the uterus, suppressing ovulation. It is effective in preventing pregnancy for up to three years. It has several benefits.

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How can one manage spotting with black discharge postpartum?

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Ever since I got the Nexplanon implant, I have two periods every month. What to do?

Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. Implanon is associated with altered bleeding patterns.

Can Lamictal reduce the efficiency of Nexplanon?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Lamictal (Lamotrigine) does not decrease the effectiveness of Nexplanon.

Does Topiramate make Nexplanon ineffective?

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What can a 24-year-old female do to control the bleeding and spotting that she has been having after the placement of a contraceptive implant?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can see that you have breakthrough spotting from the attached images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

How common is bleeding with Nexplanon?

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Does Nexplanon cause an irregular menstrual cycle?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nexplanon is a progesterone having implant (Etonogestrel). After insertion, the menses can be irregular or even stopped for 6 months to almost 1 year.

How to manage heavy bleeding in the postpartum period?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please get yourself checked by a gynecologist internally and get a pelvic scan done to rule out the exact cause.

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Are Ovral pills reliable to avoid pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ovral pills (combination of Ethinyl estradiol and Levonorgestrel are 100% reliable if taken regularly.

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