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What Causes Prolonged Vaginal Bleeding While On Nexplanon?

I have been On the Nexplanon Birth Control I have it in my arm My removal date is 03/31/16 exactly 3 years from when i got it. I had my period for 8 days and then stopped for 1 the next day started spotting and for the last 11 days ive beenn heavy bleeding with blood clots about the size of a quarter some are big some are small why is this?
Tue, 12 Apr 2016
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Hello dear
Understand your concern.

Nexplanon is type of long-acting reversible contraception, the most effective form of birth control.
It inhibits the ovulation and implantation..

Common side effects of are below:
Irregular bleeding and spotting
Delayed period/prolonged period
dysmenorrhoea
weight gain
Ovarian cysts
Acne

So I think it may be withdrawal side effects.
It is generally due to hormonal imbalance

If not resolved
You can consult the gynecologist:
Do the full hormonal profile like E2, FSH, LH, pogesterone, HCG, Prolactin, Thyroidprofile.
If necessary endometrial biopsy, follicle study and USG.
Hope this may help you.
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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What Causes Prolonged Vaginal Bleeding While On Nexplanon?

Hello dear Understand your concern. Nexplanon is type of long-acting reversible contraception, the most effective form of birth control. It inhibits the ovulation and implantation.. Common side effects of are below: Irregular bleeding and spotting Delayed period/prolonged period dysmenorrhoea weight gain Ovarian cysts Acne So I think it may be withdrawal side effects. It is generally due to hormonal imbalance If not resolved You can consult the gynecologist: Do the full hormonal profile like E2, FSH, LH, pogesterone, HCG, Prolactin, Thyroidprofile. If necessary endometrial biopsy, follicle study and USG. Hope this may help you. Best regards Dr. Sagar