Hello, I have an implanon and I can feel it has broken in half. I have been to the doctors and they said I didn't need it removed but I am concerned, I fainted last week for no reason and am now dehydrated and have a swollen throat, is a broken implant dangerous?
We do not know if your symptoms were due to the implant or some other reason without an examination. However since the implant is broken then the contraceptive efficacy becomes questionable. We do not know how much drug it is releasing now as it is not meant to be used when broken. However it mostly releases drugs slowly so there may not be any immediate danger.
So I suggest that you please see a gynecologist and explain your concern as well as get their opinion about it. I am sure they will help in removing it.
So do not worry. Just see your gynecologist.
Hope this was helpful. Thanks for asking us. Feel free for further queries. Dr Madhuri Bagde Consultant Ob gyn.
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Is A Broken Implant Dangerous?
Hello and welcome, I understand your concern well. We do not know if your symptoms were due to the implant or some other reason without an examination. However since the implant is broken then the contraceptive efficacy becomes questionable. We do not know how much drug it is releasing now as it is not meant to be used when broken. However it mostly releases drugs slowly so there may not be any immediate danger. So I suggest that you please see a gynecologist and explain your concern as well as get their opinion about it. I am sure they will help in removing it. So do not worry. Just see your gynecologist. Hope this was helpful. Thanks for asking us. Feel free for further queries. Dr Madhuri Bagde Consultant Ob gyn.