Safety assurance: If the implant is inserted in a particular place,
it is very much palpable to you
, and it means it is alright. If it is implanted deep, it may require an X-ray or ultrasonography to locate it. Mostly, you can feel the implant just under your skin; however, everyone may not be able to feel it.
What happens if nexplanon is too deep?
When IMPLANON is inserted too deeply (intramuscular or in the fascia) this may cause
neural or vascular damage
. Too deep insertions have been associated with paraesthesia (due to neural damage) and migration of the implant (due to intramuscular or fascial insertion), and in rare cases with intravascular insertion.
Can nexplanon be inserted incorrectly?
Complications. Serious problems with Nexplanon are
rare
but most often occur if the rod is placed incorrectly. Call your doctor if you experience signs of an implantation injury, including persistent pain, numbness, tingling, confusion, vomiting, lethargy, scarring, or disfiguring bruising.
Can nexplanon be inserted too shallow?
The Implanon rod is inserted under the skin in the upper arm, and
it is possible for the implant to be placed improperly
(too deep or too shallow). If this happens the device may not work properly and if placed too deep, the implant may be difficult to remove and may require surgery.
What can mess up nexplanon?
- Aprepitant.
- Barbiturates.
- Bosentan.
- Carbamazepine.
- Felbamate.
- Griseofulvin.
- Oxcarbazepine.
- Phenytoin.
Can Nexplanon hit a nerve?
In conclusion, Nexplanon® related major peripheral nerve injuries
are an uncommon but possible complication
. We recommend documenting the precise location of the implant with careful physical exam after insertion and before extraction.
Why do I bleed everyday on Nexplanon?
The most common side effect of NEXPLANON is
a change in your normal menstrual bleeding pattern
. In studies, 1 in 10 women stopped using NEXPLANON because of an unfavorable change in their bleeding pattern. You may have: Longer or shorter bleeding during your period.
Will I lose weight after removing implant?
After removal, you notice your energy levels return to normal. This increase in energy may leave some people more motivated to exercise, and, within a few months after removal,
they may lose a few pounds
.
How can I stop my period on Nexplanon?
Adding a combined pill, or the patch – You may want to consider coming in and talking to one of our doctors about prescribing you a combined pill like Chatel, or Microgestin. Adding
a monophasic combined pill for a month
can stop the bleeding, and help to regulate your period for the next month.
Which arm does the implant go in?
The contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) is a small flexible plastic rod that’s placed under the
skin in your upper arm
by a doctor or nurse. It releases the hormone progestogen into your bloodstream to prevent pregnancy and lasts for 3 years.
Can anything stop the implant from working?
Implants stop working once they are removed and their hormones do not remain in the woman’s body
. Implant use does not affect a woman’s ability to become pregnant, although fertility decreases with a woman’s age.
How do you tell if you’re pregnant on Nexplanon?
- a missed period.
- implantation spotting or bleeding.
- tenderness or other changes in the breasts.
- fatigue.
- nausea and food aversions.
- backaches.
- headaches.
- a frequent need to urinate.
Can you take Plan B while on Nexplanon?
No interactions were found between Nexplanon and Plan B. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist.
Always consult your healthcare provider
.
What happens if my Nexplanon moved?
The device most frequently only moves a short distance, but if it moves toward the hand, it could potentially cause carpal tunnel symptoms. If it travels upward, it can cause
pain in the axillary area and numbness throughout the arm
. Most seriously, if it enters the blood stream, it can travel to the lungs, Dr.
Does Nexplanon still work if it’s broken?
Pickard and Bacon
4
posit that it is possible that contraceptive effectiveness could be diminished by rod breakage, although
no studies have tested
that hypothesis. Three case reports describe patients with broken Implanon rods associated with a change in vaginal bleeding pattern.
Can the implant make your arm numb?
A doctor or nurse uses a special device to place the implant under the skin of your arm.
Insertion is really fast and they’ll numb your arm
so it won’t hurt.
