Nexplanon and Spotting: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Mor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 4, 2017

For Birth Control "I am 25 and have been on the pill since I was 16 with no breaks. I was on Lo Loestrin 24 FE for over 4 years until I got a job where I was traveling more, with less of a set schedule, in which I was constantly stressing about if I had taken my pill that day or packed my pills. I talked to my gynecologist about other options, and she suggested Nexplanon. It seemed like a great option. I asked her if I would experience any side effects, and she said she thought I would be fine. I set a date to have it put in. I got really freaked out reading reviews on the internet and almost didn't go through with it, but I am SO GLAD I DID! I didn't have any spotting after my normal 3-day period, my mood has been way better, and I have actually lost weight. I love it!"

• ROX...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2014

For Birth Control "I have had a great experience with Nexplanon. I have not experienced any side effects at all. I've actually lost weight since I've been on it. Yes, the arm was bruised for a few days, but that went away fast. It's way better than getting pregnant! I've spotted for a short period of time and did not experience my period the first month. I'm in heaven with it. Painless procedure, didn't feel a thing."

• Ros...
• October 18, 2014

For Birth Control "I've had my Nexplanon for two months now. No weight gain, no mood swings (which is why I switched), no periods. I'm usually extremely sensitive to side effects, and the ONLY thing bad I've encountered is constant spotting... just a little here and there when I wipe. But for not having periods or craziness, I can handle it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 29, 2014

For Birth Control "I'm on the second year of having Nexplanon. At first, I loved having it because I didn't have to remember to take the pill every day, and my periods stopped altogether. Then, the second year, I started getting random spotting, and now I have been having my period for three months on and off, weeks at a time. I thought it would go away, but it continuously happens, so I'm getting it taken out. It's a highly effective birth control, especially since I get my period every week now. I haven't experienced any weight gain or mood swings at all, though!"

• jay...
• March 7, 2021

For Birth Control "I started getting terrible side effects. Ridiculous mood swings, rage, social anxiety (I'm usually a social butterfly), depression, suicidal thoughts. I got a period/bleeding/spotting for 30 days straight, constantly exhausted, fatigued, lost my sex drive, very constipated and bloated, nausea. Because of the way I was reacting, I at times thought I was pregnant, so add in constant pregnancy scares. Hair was shedding like crazy. I have now fallen out of love with my boyfriend, I am unsure if this relationship will survive. He has been nothing but absolutely supportive and caring, but I've tried to break up with him at least 6 times in the last 2 months. I got the implant out after 3 months and now am on nothing. Everyone is different, trust your body and gut. Nothing says 'effective birth control' better than being super gassy, bloated and constantly cramping from not being able to poop around your new significant other, lol – can't get pregnant if you don't want to have sex, lol."

• Dar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2014

For Birth Control "I've had the Nexplanon for about four months. It was annoying for a good month and a half, almost two, from constant bleeding and spotting. But after that, I have not had a period. It's great, only now I sometimes realize it gets itchy, but then the urge to itch goes away. Would definitely recommend to others. If having the bleeding and spotting for long times, I would hang in there. It gets better, just have to wait it out."

• Anonymous
• June 19, 2014

For Birth Control "I went from the pill right to Nexplanon. I've had it for over a month. I have felt literally no difference, no weight gain or crazy cravings. I feel like it's actually helped my acne. It was painless. The only thing was it made my piercings hurt because of the hormones, but that went away in about a week. I started slightly spotting today, like a dark brown, nothing a panty liner can't help. I love it. I've had none of the experiences others have in these other stories, but everyone is different. I recommend this form of birth control. I will update again in a few months if things change."

• Ano...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 7, 2020

For Birth Control "Nexplanon is overall a good birth control. My periods became irregular when I first started Nexplanon, but now they are back to normal. I also get brown spotting, but not too often. But it has caused my hair to thin out, and it sheds easily. So much comes out when I comb or brush it. My hairdresser says the same thing has happened to her daughter, who also has Nexplanon. But it’s better than getting pregnant, so I will be getting it again in December because my three years on it are almost up."

• JSa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 18, 2020

For Birth Control "Daily spotting started about 5 months after the procedure. Some mood swings, gained some weight (but working from home due to COVID-19), casual bad headache, and acne around my chin (never had acne since 2003)."

• boo...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 25, 2015

For Birth Control "I have been on the Nexplanon for a year and two months now. Last time I got my period was in June for 6 days. No pregnancies. I did spot for a couple of days when I first got it inserted, but other than that no complaints. I don't get spotting, more periods I guess I am one of those lucky ones. I recommend this!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 26, 2014

For Birth Control "I got Nexplanon in August, it's the end of September and I absolutely love it! First, the bad things: My arm bruised pretty badly when I first got it, I'm allergic to adhesive, and my stitches were butterfly stitches (with the tape), and so I had a pretty bad allergic reaction on my arm. That was not due to the Nexplanon itself. I didn't have my period the first two weeks, and then all I had was spotting. The weird thing is it's pretty inconsistent, like sometimes every other day there's spotting. But I really don't mind, no cramps, no acne, no mood swings, I actually lost a little bit of weight without trying to. I just use a panty liner every day, usually there's nothing but just in case. I'm really happy with it."

• ash...
• September 21, 2014

For Birth Control "I got the Nexplanon implant at the beginning of August, and in a couple of weeks, I will have had it for 2 months. I actually love this form of birth control because I can't get into the routine of a pill or Depo shot. There have been a few ups and downs, though. For about the first few weeks, I was spotting, and now I have nonexistent periods. My moods were wacky at first. I do have a little more acne than before, but nothing that doesn't disappear within a few days. I'm a lot more tired now. I've experienced loss of appetite. I weighed 127 lbs when I got it, and now I weigh 113 lbs. Other than the occasional crying, I'm completely okay with this implant. My sex drive is strong, and I'm not pregnant."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 21, 2018

For Birth Control "I got the implant about three months ago, and I have loved this birth control so far. There's something to be said for the convenience of it, because it's a great feeling to know I'm covered for the next three years. I haven't experienced any of the bad side effects, maybe a little spotting my first two months. I was previously on Depo-Provera, which always had me starving (I gained 30 pounds over the course of two years), but I've actually lost 20 pounds since I started Nexplanon. I would recommend it to anyone who's looking for a one-and-done birth control. Not sure why there are so many negative reviews out there, I've been really impressed by it."

• tyl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2015

For Birth Control "I have had the Nexplanon for about 3 months now, and it is great. No pregnancies, even after direct ejaculation. The only downside is the constant spotting. It's annoying, like I almost never get to have sex. But other than that, great!"

• aba...
• March 1, 2014

For Birth Control "I love Nexplanon. I got it in November of 2013. They made sure to numb my arm, so insertion was painless. My arm was sore for about a day, but no worse than a harsh workout. I did have mood swings in the first few weeks, but nothing out of control. Then I had my period for about 4 weeks, which I'm told is normal. Since then, I've only had a few days of spotting and nothing else. I'm on a nutritionist-guided weight loss plan and have managed to lose 40 lbs. So far, while on Nexplanon, so no problems with weight gain. I get the occasional acne here and there, but again, nothing too bad. Overall, I rate Nexplanon high, and it's so great to no longer have the responsibility of taking a pill every day."

• 12y...
• March 16, 2017

For Birth Control "I have been using Nexplanon for 12 years with no breaks, and I'm about to receive my 5th implant. As you can probably tell from my continued commitment, I find that the pros of the implant strongly outweigh the cons. Firstly, there are side effects (like most medication). I did receive a little weight gain, I can be a little moody sometimes, and my breasts and tummy get very tender once a month, but although I have the hormonal effect of a monthly period, I very rarely (once every 3 months) receive very light bleeding/spotting. What's most important to me is that I have never had a child or been pregnant, which is the purpose of the contraception. Everyone will react differently. You know what is best for your body."

• ely...
• November 23, 2015

For Birth Control "I got Nexplanon inserted in Feb 2015. At first, I didn't have any problems with it. I was spotting unexpectedly, but I didn't really find that a huge issue. Now we are in November: 9 months later, and I hate my life. I am always upset, angry, depressed, bitchy, unhappy, etc. Everything bothers me. I have put on some weight, but I'm not sure if it's the lack of exercise or the birth control. I am always tired. I have a toddler, which can explain the exhaustion, but even if I get a good night's sleep, I am always sleepy and tired and don't want to do anything. The worst side effect thus far has been my sex drive. It's on the floor. It's ruining my relationship and my life. This Nexplanon is a devil from the grips of Dante's Inferno."

• Cri...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 30, 2015

For Birth Control "I got the Nexplanon in Nov 2013. It is definitely the most effective and easiest form of birth control I have experienced. The first 3 months I had some spotting and breakthrough bleeding. Then after 3 months I quit having periods. I have to admit that part is nice! However, I have gained about 25 pounds, averaging 10 pounds per year. I work out on weekends, eat healthy and do what I can to control it, but it seems to have minimal impact. I have always been thin. I'm 5'9.5 and had been approximately 130-135 for the past 8 years. Now I'm between 155-160. Also, the weight I have put on makes me look pregnant. I have been more mellow, and my sex drive has drastically lowered."

• M A...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 18, 2017

For Birth Control "I'm 20, and I got Nexplanon 8 months ago. The first 6 months, I bled constantly (although it was light, it was still a huge pain in the ass), but I stuck it out because my GP said it would take 4-6 months for my body to fully adjust. I've gained about 30 lbs. I have terrible mood swings, I get angry very easily, and I also have a very low sex drive, so my relationship is suffering. Since the initial 4-6 month period, I've had terrible acne, which I've never suffered from before, and I've had discharge and regular spotting. At least it has been effective, since the weight gain, low sex drive, and acne have pretty much made me never want to have sex again, but I cannot wait to get it taken out of my arm... although I hear that's the worst bit!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 1, 2014

For Birth Control "It either works for you, or it doesn't. It seems like you get mostly all the side effects or just spotting. I have been on Nex for about a month and a half, and I started spotting about 10 days ago. It is pretty annoying because I got it for birth control. Now I don't even have sex. I cry a lot now, and I'm always hungry, although I haven't gained any weight. I'm waiting for my period to end! So many panty liners!"

• lym...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 22, 2014

For Birth Control "I know it protects me from having babies, but the first month I was spotting every day. Now, in my fourth month, it's the same, spotting every single day. No change in my libido, nor is my hair falling, nor have acne. I just hate that I'm bleeding, even though my doctor said there might be none. I was expecting more out of this."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 25, 2014

For Birth Control "I got my Nexplanon approximately 6 weeks ago and have had no side effects so far! I had a nasty bruise from where the implant was inserted for about a week, but now there is no pain where the rod is, and I can easily feel it under the skin. I was on my period when I got the Nexplanon inserted, but have not had a period since. No spotting or anything! Also have not noticed any particular weight gain or moodiness so far. I would definitely recommend this."

• Si1...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 13, 2016

For Birth Control "I had Nexplanon placed a month ago, and so far it's been good. The procedure was quick and painless, lasted about 2 minutes, and I was done. It's not at all noticeable in the arm it's placed, and as far as side effects, I've experienced the light spotting that started a week ago to date, but it only requires a thin panty liner. During the first two weeks, I was very moody and emotional with no libido, but that has gone, and my body feels its regular normalcy. Once the spotting finally goes, I'll be able to say it's great (hate the spotting), but rather spot than be pregnant, and not having to remember to take a pill or suffer weight gain is a plus with Nexplanon. I've actually lost weight while on it, so all in all, I'm loving this contraceptive choice."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 24, 2017

For Birth Control "I used Nexplanon for about 10 months and got it removed. While on this method, I had bleeding for months straight with little breaks. I tried to wait it out to see if my body would eventually adjust, but my period never got itself to be on a cycle. It got to the point where it wasn't worth it because even when I did have sex, I had bleeding/spotting, so it took away my sexual confidence. It definitely was effective and did its job, but the side effects were getting in the way of my life as well as my wallet, as I was always at the store buying tampons and pads (and we know how expensive this can be). I decided to get the implant removed, which was a bit of a difficult experience as well. Nexplanon is effective but still needs improvement."

• Anonymous
• May 15, 2020

For Birth Control "I've had mine for 3 years. The first year was good, no spotting, no nothing. I had my regular periods, everything was peachy. My 2nd year, eh, I spot almost every day, so that kind of upset me, and my periods last longer, a total of 7+ days."