birth control
"I have suffered from extremely heavy periods my whole life along with PMDD. My
Husband and I are not planning on having children and Nexplanon seemed like the best fit for us and also a way to help with the PMDD. I was told by my OB that my periods would most likely disappear but it was possible there may be some spotting... Not a big deal, right?? Welp, I had the implant for 10 months (FINALLY had it removed yesterday). My periods are consistently heavy, lasting 2 weeks to a month with clotting. By heavy, I mean leaking through super absorbent tampons doubled up with pads. My sex drive had dwindled down to nothing. I gained 30 lbs (while still working out mon-fri and watching my diet). My face broke out, I developed a rash on my hands....."