The Implant

What it is: A small plastic rod that goes in your arm and works for three years

How to use it: A medical provider will insert the implant in your upper arm

Side Effects:

Changes in menstrual period:

• Periods can become unpredictable
• Can have prolonged spotting
• Longer of shorter period
• No periods at all
• Headaches, breast pain, mood changes

Pros:

‍You don't have to think about birth control for 3 years

No one can tell you're using it

Can stop periods

Cons:

‍It must be put in and taken out by a medical provider 

Changes in period

May leave a tiny scar on your arm

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