If anyone was asking me for advice on Nexplanon as a potential form of contraception I would say "DONT DO IT!"
I have had 2 in now, but not even thinking the symptoms I was experiencing was a side effect of the implant... but after a lot of thought, and process of elimination, really I can confirm the implant has ****ed my body up.
I have put on at least 2 stone in the last 3 years. The skin on my face has went to ****. It is overly overly dry to the point where my makeup doesn't even blend on my face.. And constant spots ALL over my face, like acne. And I've bled non stop for about 3 months now... It's actually ridiculous. (Getting it out next week by the way)
I have never felt worse about myself or my looks. I've went from being attractive and confident to depressed and, quite frankly, not so attractive. I'm not saying this is 100% the implant as it's not been confirmed to me by a professional, but to me it's the ONLY explanation... as beforehand, I never had a problem with my weight, my skin was perfect and my self confidence was at an all time high.
I can't warn anyone new enough about this product.
Not everyone reacts in the same way to these things obviously, but the hormones being released are clearly having a serious negative effect on my body and I just think anything that's powerful enough to have these kinds of effects on anyone is not beneficial full stop.
I have no idea why I've waited this long to have it removed!!!