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Is Pregnancy Possible While On Expired Nexplanon?

Hi, I have been on nexplanon for 3 yrs it expired on 5/14/17, I have not yet had it removed as of 6/15/17 and am wondering if there is a possibility I could be pregnant, considering that I ve nerve missed a period while on nexplanon, I ve had irregularity but never a missed period, and as of now I have yet to have a cycle for the month of June 17.
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Expired Nexplanon can cause contraceptive failure and may end up in an accidental pregnancy. It is better to get it removed and reinserted.

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Is Pregnancy Possible While On Expired Nexplanon?

Hi, Expired Nexplanon can cause contraceptive failure and may end up in an accidental pregnancy. It is better to get it removed and reinserted. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.