Can the implant make you infertile? The short answer: The contraceptive implant (Implanon NXT®)
does not affect long-term future fertility
. The long answer: The hormonal contraceptive implant, Implanon, is a small plastic rod inserted into the upper arm that remains effective for three years.
Can you become infertile from Nexplanon?
Implants such as Nexplanon and shots such as Depo Provera are considered long acting, with the implant lasting up to three years and the shot three months. These methods, which can also be used to help control heavy, painful, or irregular periods,
should not affect long-term fertility
.
How long does it take for your fertility to come back after the implant?
After removing an implant, it takes an average of
3 to 8 months
to get pregnant (1). 77% to 86% of people conceive within 12 months (17–20).
How often does Nexplanon cause infertility?
It has a
0.1% failure rate
, meaning that 1 in 1,000 people using the birth control implant will become pregnant in a year. The implant prevents pregnancy better than male sterilization (vasectomy), which has a 0.15% failure rate and is often irreversible.
What problems can the implant cause?
Side effects associated with contraceptive implants include:
Abdominal or back pain
. An increased risk of noncancerous ovarian cysts. Changes in vaginal bleeding patterns, including absence of menstruation (amenorrhea)
What causes female infertility?
The most common overall cause of female infertility is the
failure to ovulate
, which occurs in 40% of women with infertility issues. Not ovulating can result from several causes, such as: Ovarian or gynecological conditions, such as primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
What are the disadvantages of the implant?
Disadvantages:
you may experience temporary side effects during the first few months, like headaches, nausea, breast tenderness and mood swings
. your periods may be irregular or stop altogether. you may get acne or your acne might get worse.
How can I remove my implant at home?
What are the pros and cons of birth control implant?
The birth control implant is
a highly effective form of contraception that is easy to fit and remove and is long lasting
. Using a birth control implant does come with a few risks, such as infection and changes to the menstrual cycle, and it does not protect against STIs or HIV.
Why is it hard to get pregnant after birth control?
But if you’ve been using birth control, you might be worried about whether it will affect your ability to get pregnant. In some cases,
it can take a little longer to conceive after you stop using a method that has the hormones estrogen or progestin
. But in the long run, there’s no negative effect on your fertility.
How quickly can I get pregnant after removing Nexplanon?
You may become pregnant
as early as the first week
after removal of the implant. If you do not want to get pregnant after your healthcare provider removes the NEXPLANON implant, you should start another birth control method immediately.
Can birth control cause infertility long term?
Many women wonder if years of birth control will cause fertility problems later in life. The good news is that
long-term use of birth control pills should not impact your ability to get pregnant
.
Does the implant make you dry?
The main mechanism of action of the DMPA, Implanon and Cerazette is inhibition of ovulation, which leads to decrease in the estrogen level, which causes a drop in blood flow in uterine artery and accordingly the vagina artery. That
can affect vaginal lubrication, causing the vagina to be too dry for comfortable sex
.
Is the implant better than the pill?
Both the pill and the implant are highly effective forms of birth control, with a 99 percent effectiveness rate when used correctly. However, in real life conditions,
the implant is usually a more effective form of birth control than the pill
.
How do I know if I’m infertile?
The main symptom of infertility is the
inability to get pregnant
. A menstrual cycle that’s too long (35 days or more), too short (less than 21 days), irregular or absent can mean that you’re not ovulating. There might be no other signs or symptoms.
How can I check my fertility?
Your doctor will give you a pelvic exam. They may also use an ultrasound to look at your ovaries and uterus, and give you a blood test to check your hormones
. Sometimes you’ll need to start tracking your ovulation patterns by checking your cervical mucus, taking your temperature, or using home ovulation tests.
What are the signs that you are infertile?
The main symptom of infertility is
not getting pregnant
. There may be no other obvious symptoms. Sometimes, women with infertility may have irregular or absent menstrual periods. In some cases, men with infertility may have some signs of hormonal problems, such as changes in hair growth or sexual function.
What is the best birth control?
The kinds of birth control that work the best to prevent pregnancy are the
implant and IUDs
— they’re also the most convenient to use, and the most foolproof. Other birth control methods, like the pill, ring, patch, and shot, are also really good at preventing pregnancy if you use them perfectly.
Which is better implant or injection?
The biggest difference between these methods is how long they’re effective. The Depo-Provera shot needs to be administered every three months.
The birth control implant works for three years
. Hormonal IUDs are effective for 3 to 5 years, depending on the brand.
What happens to your body after implant removal?
Your arm may swell a little. There could be some bruising in the area that might last a couple weeks
. But generally, you should feel fine after they remove your implant. Any side effects that you had with Nexplanon — like weight gain, headache, acne, and mood swings — might ease once the implant is gone.
Has anyone got pregnant on Nexplanon?
It’s now available under the brand name Nexplanon. The implant is one of the most effective birth control methods out there — it’s more than 99% effective. That means
fewer than 1 out of 100 people who use the implant get pregnant each year
.
How can I easily get pregnant?
The highest pregnancy rates occur in couples who have sex every day or every other day.
Have sex near the time of ovulation
. If having sex every day isn’t possible — or enjoyable — have sex every 2 to 3 days a week starting soon after the end of your period.
How long should I be off birth control before trying to get pregnant?
A: It’s a myth that you should wait
at least three months
to try to conceive after you stop taking the pill. Once you stop taking the pill, the hormones will be out of your system in a matter of days and you could start ovulating and conceive right away.
Can I remove Nexplanon myself?
Make an appointment with your healthcare provider.
Call your doctor’s office and make an appointment to have the implant removed. Warning:
Never attempt to remove Nexplanon on your own
! Attempting to remove it yourself could result in heavy bleeding, infection, and scarring.
What happens to your eggs when you’re on birth control?
Birth control pills make eggs look old, but they do not affect a woman’s fertility.
Taking birth control pills may make women’s eggs seem old
, at least as measured by two tests of fertility, a new study has found.
Do you lose eggs while on birth control?
So technically,
birth control makes a woman keep her eggs
. There’s no evidence that using hormonal birth control – like the pill, the ring, or the Mirena IUD – will have any negative effect on a woman’s ability to get pregnant in the future.
Can implant stop periods?
Sometimes the implant causes long-term spotting, or periods can get longer and heavier. But for most people, the implant makes their periods way lighter. And
some people even stop getting a period at all while they’re on the implant
(don’t worry, this is totally safe).
Does implant cause acne?
Progestin-only contraceptives such as an implant or IUD
may worsen acne for some individuals due to the androgen effect of progestins
.
Can birth control cause infertility in the future?
Can birth control cause infertility long-term?
Many women wonder if years of birth control will cause fertility problems later in life. The good news is that
long-term use of birth control pills should not impact your ability to get pregnant
.
Does birth control make it harder to get pregnant?
No, this is not true
. Birth control prevents you from getting pregnant while you’re using it. If you’re not using birth control, you can get pregnant. It doesn’t matter if you’ve used birth control in the past.
