Why am I so bloated on the implant?

One theory is that the hormone progestin may increase body fat. A 2015 study found a 2 percent increase in body fat among women who used the implant for 12 months. Another possibility is that progestin causes water retention, making women feel bloated and slightly heavier, without changing their body fat percentage.

Can the implant make your stomach swell?

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, headache, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, weight gain, and vaginal irritation/discharge may occur.

How long does Implanon side effects last?

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.

Will removing Implanon help lose weight?

After removal, you notice your energy levels return to normal. This increase in energy may leave some people more motivated to exercise, and, within a few months after removal, they may lose a few pounds.

Does Implanon cause belly fat?

To date, there isn’t any evidence suggesting that the implant actually causes weight gain. In fact, many studies have concluded the opposite. For example, a 2016 study concluded that women using the implant didn’t gain weight, though they felt they had.

What are the side effects of the implant?

Side effects associated with contraceptive implants include:

• Abdominal or back pain.
• An increased risk of noncancerous ovarian cysts.
• Changes in vaginal bleeding patterns, including absence of menstruation (amenorrhea)
• Decreased sex drive.
• Dizziness.
• Headaches.
• Mild insulin resistance.
• Mood swings and depression.

Can nexplanon cause stomach problems?

nausea, stomach pain; breast pain; headache, dizziness; or. flu-like symptoms, sore throat.

Does nexplanon cause bloating?

Nausea, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, headache, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, weight gain, and vaginal irritation/discharge may occur. Pain, bruising, numbness, infection, and scarring may occur at the site where the rod is placed.

Does nexplanon make you bloated?

Can I be pregnant on Implanon?

The implant is one of the most effective birth control methods out there — it’s more than 99\% effective. That means fewer than 1 out of 100 people who use the implant get pregnant each year.

Does implant cause stomachache?

Side effects associated with contraceptive implants include: Abdominal or back pain. An increased risk of noncancerous ovarian cysts. Changes in vaginal bleeding patterns, including absence of menstruation (amenorrhea)

What are the possible side effects of Implanon?

Common side effects of Implanon include: irregular menses and weight gain. Other side effects include: depression and pain. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.

Can Implanon be taken while pregnant or breast-feeding?

Implanon passes into breast milk in small amounts. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Our Implanon Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Why is my birth control making me bloated?

This is because the Pill works to trick the body into thinking it’s pregnant, and one of the effects of pregnancy is bloating. However, there are ways to beat birth control bloat. A visit to the gynecologist is a must. Keep a daily diary of the bloating for a month.

What happens if you get pregnant on Nexplanon without birth control?

Ectopic pregnancy If you become pregnant while using NEXPLANON, you have a slightly higher chance that the pregnancy will be ectopic (occurring outside the womb) than do women who do not use birth control. Unusual vaginal bleeding or lower stomach (abdominal) pain may be a sign of ectopic pregnancy.