Girlies need some help......the implant

Emma_Problema

I really wanted to switch to an IUD, but can't because I get really bad hormonal acne and the pill clears all that up for me. I've definitely heard of problems with IUDs but it's also a very individual thing and you won't know if it works for you until you try it. Don't worry until there's something to be worried about. Worst case scenario, you gain some weight and get it removed and lose the weight. It happens, but for long-term birth control, I'd say the risk is worth it.

morielia

Ladies

I have a two questions.

Q1. Does it take longer to orgasm.

Q2. Does your orgasm feel different after you have had the mirena inserted

No and no.

limesublime

I had the arm implant (Nexplanon) put in last August so I've only had it for 4ish months, but so far so good. The pill (even low dose) made me nauseous every single morning so my gyno convinced me to try this or an IUD. I decided against the IUD as I haven't had children and am a wuss about pain =P

Pros of the arm implant: Really not that bad to put in (the numbing shot was the worst part and that wasn't bad), no need to refill a month Rx or take daily pills, and lower hormone level = less hormone side effects (for me this was nausea, which has complete gone away).

Cons of the arm implant: Made my skin greasy (I almost went back to teenager skin!) and my period is unpredictable. For the first month after I got the implant, no period. The second and third month I spotted for about 3 weeks with 3 days of actual period. It isn't terrible, just annoying to not know when it's going to arrive, especially when it comes to sex.

I was concerned about having it removed if I didn't like it (more involved than simply ceasing to take a pill that sucks), but overall I'd say it's worth it, just requires a bit of adjustment. Now that I've reverted to my teenage facial care routine (hello blotting papers, goodbye oil-based moisturizer!) my skin is fine, and like I said the spotting seems to have calmed down. Still better than unplanned pregnancy.

Edit to add: PM me if you'd like! I was really curious before I got mine, especially about how it would effect weight loss, and was frustrated I didn't find much about it on here.

OnionMomma

Not sure if you all's DRs tell you this but if you have had a tubal pregnancy in the past, you are not a candidate for any kind of IUD.

IUDs can *cause* tubals once they are in place. I personally know someone who almost died because of her IUD due to a tubal and she had never had a previous tubal.

Just thought I'd throw that out there.

e_trexler

I have Implanon and absolutely LOVE it.

I've had it since April and it was such an easy insertion. They numb your bicep and put it in after checking that it's in the needle. Beware, the needle is HUGE. But, you won't feel a thing, other than some pressure.

My arm bruised a lot and looked like I had been beaten, but that only lasted about a week.

I bled for a month straight, but haven't had any bleeding since.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me.

Emma_Problema

Oh. It's about the arm implant now? For frak's sake, lady.

Here yah go : http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control-4211.htm Knock yourself out.

ABetterJayme

I had the Nexplanon put in the week of Thanksgiving. I was scared to death, so I know what you're talking about! My arm was pretty swollen afterward, but that was just the huge pressure bandage they put on, and it was a little painful for a while after that. I still feel it sometimes, like today when I was working out, it started feeling uncomfortable. Haven't had a period since I had it put in, though. I had a lot of headaches and some nausea, which are side effects.Only issue I really had was after I went through them shoving it in my arm, they mentioned that there are cases of ppl over 28 BMI not having the same level of effectiveness. That would have been nice to know before hand! I'm sure it will go fine and I hope you enjoy not having to worry for quite a few years!

Lucassvg

Ladies

I have a two questions.

Q1. Does it take longer to orgasm.

Q2. Does your orgasm feel different after you have had the mirena inserted

Any answers

WTF7

And just one more thing - I personally know 3 people who got pregnant with an IUD in place. 2 had an early miscarriage and 1 carried the baby full term!

veggieshark

I have it! It may sound odd but I laughed the whole time the doctors were putting it in. Going with a funny friend, parent, or boyfriend might help ease your nerves. It didn't hurt, it just felt like strange tugging. I've had zero problems whatsoever. Some people claim weight gain because of it but that never happened to me, ever. No mood swings. Though I haven't had a period in forever.

***I HAVE THE ARM INPLANT, NEXPLANON***

TheConsciousFoody

I hated mine. Spotty periods. Horrible ovarian cysts. Migraines. Couldn't lose weight no matter what I did, those two years taught me 1 thing..that I'll never get an IUD ever again. There were days i wanted to lkterally ripmit put.
Some people like them and some people have bad experiences. A friend at school can no longer have kids because of the problems caused by her IUD. Another friend thinks it is amazing.

But in the end do what feels right for you.

TheConsciousFoody

And just one more thing - I personally know 3 people who got pregnant with an IUD in place. 2 had an early miscarriage and 1 carried the baby full term!

A girl at my moms work got pregnant with an IUD in. Baby was born healthy though. Talk about a miracle!