I got implanon inserted two days ago by my gp, who's trained in it. I followed all her instructions, kept it bandaged, didn't lift anything heavy, etc. But now, I'm still having severe sharp pain around the site, whenever I move my arm or anything touches it. I can feel the implant easily, and there's only minor bruising, but a lot of dried blood in the dressing (bled more than normal according to gp).
Is this something I should be worried about?
Severe pain in arm after implanon insertion?
Question posted by Tinysaur on 7 Jan 2015
Last updated on 6 January 2015 by kaismama
Added 7 Jan 2015:
I feel I should also add that the pain is substantially better when I use a compression bandage.
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If it is still causing it in the morning I'd call my doctor. It might be sore but you shouldn't have severe pain
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