Implant bleeding

[Jess_Blank]

I have had the contraceptive implant now for around six months, and I’ve being having a lot of brown blood/discharge since.

The first few months I had a lot of headaches but they seemed to have calmed down now.

I did a std/sti test and it came back clear, so I’m worried as to what is causing this.

My periods seem to be getting more painful to, as well as heavier and longer and it’s really taking a toll on me now.

I was on the combined pill before I switched to the implant and I had normal, regular periods, but now I’m basically always wearing pads.

Another worrying thing is I seem to bleed after I orgasm. Not necessarily from penetration, but just from an orgasm which is also causing concern.

I also was diagnosed with IBS, however I didn’t have many tests for it, I only had a blood and stool test.

(I’m 20 btw) Any help/advice would be great,

Thank you xx

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

🤔 For total peace of mind make an appointment with your GP. Discharge/abnormal bleeding may need further investigation, or you may be asked to consider a change in contraception.

The implant can have negative side effects.

Like all medicines, there can be side effects with the implant. But many people adjust to the implant with no problems. Negative side effects usually go away after a few months, once your body gets used to your implant. You can use our birth control app to keep track of the side effects you may be having.

The most common side effect is irregular bleeding (aka spotting), especially in the first 6-12 months. But most people on the implant get lighter periods, or their periods stop altogether while they have the implant. Other possible side effects that aren’t as common include headaches, breast pain, and nausea. There may also be temporary pain, bruising, or an infection on your arm where you got the implant.

Birth control shouldn’t make you feel bad. Luckily, there are many different types of birth control, so you’ve got options. If you keep having side effects that bother you, talk with your nurse or doctor about trying another birth control method.

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I just saw this (three months later). I had an IUD in the 70s and it caused me to have a low grade infection that no one could diagnose for three years. I finally had it removed (what a relief physically!!!) but it caused irreparable damage to my fallopian tubes and sterility. I also felt it caused me to feel irritated the entire time I had it in place. I still remember the euphoric feeling I had for hours after it was removed. I do not recommend that anyone use one, they are too dangerous. Mine gave me chronic infections and no children. I did have irregular bleeding (light) throughout the time I had it in place. These things are not natural and irritate your uterus a lot.