♡ Getting a Implant In my Arm! *On Camera* | Amy Lee Fisher ♡

[@eleanorjoanmycrofttowner5348]

The nurse sounded so lovely and polite 💜

[@edwardbronson1101]

sorry to be off topic but does anybody know a way to log back into an instagram account?? I somehow forgot my account password. I appreciate any help you can offer me

[@martinmichael7194]

@Edward Bronson Instablaster =)

[@darknight0dc]

Her primary care doc sounds like the sweetest woman alive! ❤️ With chronic medical issues I feel like it's so important to have a doctor who is kind and considerate every time they see you.

[@berniebrown6554]

She has to be the most loveliest nurse/doctor!! I have an autoimmune disease & chronic pain illness so I've had my fair share & then some, doctors, nurses, etc. She's gotta be the sweetest one. When you find someone like that, you hold onto them!! Amazing that you shared this with us. I've had it done aswel but it's different coz you can't see it like this shows. Also wanna finish this comment off by saying how amazing & inspirering (sp?) you are!! I'm so grateful I came across your channel & have been binge watching all of your videos. Much love, girl!! 💞

[@abigaildoll1760]

When I had a root canal done, the dentist assistant was so nice. Really helps when you get a needle or poked for medication. Had so many great nurses and phlebotomist .

[@Lauren-zi7rg]

When she first moved the rod i felt weak 😅 blood and stuff doesn’t bother me but that was just a bit weird!

[@wewantyourblo0d]

Scrolled down to see if anyone else got queasy watching her move the rod around lol

[@estpst]

reminds me of having an IV, and the tech is fishing around for the vein!

[@marialucy7275]

BLOOD DOSENT BOTHER YOU!

[@blakemama]

I'm so glad you have a doctor who gets you and your EDS. 'I'm going to put heaps in." I have hEDS, stretchy skin, dislocations, dental problems. I always feared the dentist because I always felt pain even after numbing. My new dentist took the material I brought her about how quickly we metabolize local anesthetics. She gave me a stronger one and didn't leave the room to allow the numbness to develop. If she had waited, she'd have to numb me again because it would be gone from my system. When medical providers are willing to change their practices for your comfort, it's a big deal. Congrats on your implant. May it conquer the periods.

[@abigaildoll1760]

I also have hEDS and whenever I get numbing medication for dental work that requires drilling my tooth and other stuff, not only would the pain and burning be more painful, but the numbing stuff would take forever to get out and it would burn as I'm de- numbing Get to experience that today for my root canal. But hopefully the implant works for your heavy periods.

[@Ranaluv77]

She seems like such a lovely person, knowing she passed makes me sad. Rest In Peace Amy lee.

[@OddlyElly]

Same, I am still processing that she's passed on ❤ She was and continues to be through her videos a bright light of compassion and information to everyone suffering with chronic illnesses.

[@TotallyBananasTV]

My 5 yr old is thought to have Ehlers Danlos and is in excruciating pain all of the time with her hips and back and has the super velvety soft skin ..... it is a terrible debilitating disease I wouldnt wish upon anyone. God bless you for making people aware of Ehlers Danlos, keep spreading the word and your experiences because it does help

[@leax7061]

Should had genetic testing for both your partner and you before having kids..basic stuff

[@TotallyBananasTV]

@@leax7061 it’s not something people normally think to do. When you love someone you don’t say hey let’s go get genetics testing done before we start a family. Genetics testing can be extremely expensive and normally they don’t just go ahead and do these tests unless you have specific illnesses that you know about that have already been an issue with prior or previous children or pregnancies..... so little has been known by regular doctors about EDS . Since I fist made the comment myself, my husband, my mother and our kids have all been diagnosed as having hEDS which is the hypermobile ehlers Danlos and the issue is they haven’t yet found the exact genetic marker that points to hypermobile Ehlers Danlos so it’s basically all about the signs, symptoms, and characteristics you have ...... it’s not fun and I wouldn’t wish it upon anyone. I have had weird severe hernias as well as my mother, bad painful dislocations, leg aches and pains, sleep disorders (that go along with the autonomous part) POTS , GI issues and so much more...... I had all these symptoms as a child but i kept getting different diagnosis due to the fact that not much has been known about EDS like I said..... SOOOO..... if you don’t know about something why would you get genetics testing done? When you don’t see any reason to do so?

[@emmytato3964]

That nurse is an angel !!!! She was so sweet and caring ! I wish all nurses were that sweet 🥺❤️

[@elysethomas735]

Please keep us updated with how you go! Personally I had a terrible reaction to the Implanon with heavy and constant bleeding, intense mood swings and weight gain so I got it removed after 4 months. Don’t worry though, it affects everyone differently, some people don’t have any of those side effects at all. Best of luck and let us know how it goes ❤️

[@montyk324]

I see you and your life struggles. And I can't help to feel so much compassion for you! I wake up in the morning and think to myself that I have it bad. And then I think about you and how young you are and all the things that you have been through and all the other people out there that have real struggles in life and to be honest your story just brings me to tears! I hope the best for you!!

[@Wheelygamer_]

I doesn't have done that surge, but I have been taken my Uterus and ovaries away because of endometrioses. And that was really painful. But I'm lucky and live in sweden where the Healthcare and medication is almost for free. I have also been in an accident wich ended up in wheelchair and a year later I also get the diagnosis MS, so I'm really glad that the medicine and Healthcare it's for free. I watch all your videos and I think you are a strong person. Love ya// Diana

[@caitlinm170]

The nurse sound so lovely and polite

[@emmagould1373]

That nurse was so lovely I’ve had some rough nurses and having a gentle nurse always makes a world of difference 💖

[@brilliantbutblue]

Emma Gould: Nurses cannot insert Implanon in Australia. It was the Dr doing this procedure.

[@ashleighcarlucci2336]

I recently had my Implanon removed and despite some minor spotting towards the very end of my 3 years, I had no periods whatsoever! I sincerely hope this works out for you! Good luck and keep us updated 💕

[@michellegray9552]

+Amy Lee Fisher I have had the implanon implant for 4 years( I had a new one put in recently after having one in for 3 years) and I absolutely love it. I havent had a period in 4 years and its been a blessing

[@BridgetOPella]

Michelle Gray ive had a period for over 8 months straight lol i hate mine but i’m glad it’s working for u!!

[@lollydyer46]

I hate mine too I have 2 week long periods, no contraceptive seems to work for me but impalanon is the best of a bad bunch I guess 😩

[@michellegray9552]

@@BridgetOPella thank you. Certain things work well for some and not so well for others.

[@OK-hi5ym]

I’ve had mine(nexplanon though) for two years and I get a super light period for about 3 days once every 3 to 4 months! So interesting how it effects each person differently

[@jessielinn9713]

@@BridgetOPella Holy moly girl you need to see a doctor about that! Your blood levels must be whack!

[@minyoongicheonjaejjangjjan1081]

As I’ve been watching your videos I’ve learned more about EDS. I just wanted to say you are such a bad ass for having to deal with all the things you do on a daily. You’re an inspiration to not only people who have EDS but EVERYONE ❤️ i don’t have EDS but I support you and you spreading awareness and letting us learn about your life.

[@fallendroplet]

I had Implanon, and it made things worse for me. My already extremely heavy periods (endometriosis over here) became non-stop horrendous periods. I ended up having to pay $500 to have it removed early. I hope it works for you!!

[@jenjackson613]

So sorry Becky that sucks I have the nexplanon implant in my arm and it has worked for me so far but it has messed with my hormones as all of us women have that problem

[@pninasimmer5723]

I have Nexplanon and I'm having that issue right now

[@shaidraw6864]

Omg same it's been 2 month that I'm on my period but I've had the thing during 2 years, I'm getting it removed :C

[@greeneyes12346]

Shyrell Craft it can take 6 months for the body to adjust to the implant.

[@strawveryberry]

Same here, it was fine at the start but then I was on my period for months straight. Never again!

[@Dee-mc8xy]

I have had mines for 3 years and I have to get it removed next month. It wasn’t bad at all . I will be getting it again.

[@SyntheticGeneration6]

I had the implanon back in 2013 and it worked really well in regards to stopping my periods but I gained A LOT OF WEIGHT. I had it removed a year later and started getting the Depo Provera injections and have been getting them every 10-12 weeks since. Everyone is different. Thanks for the videos Amy!

[@mas4941]

This is the first time I’ve ever seen someone put a warning for needles! THANK YOU! Thank you for realizing this is a problem for some. 😭

[@lowosnoxon]

I've had mine for around four and a half years now, I'm on my second one now and I absolutely love it. I'm one of the very lucky people who've completely stopped getting their period on it, the only time I've had one was around the 3 year mark with my first implant, and it was a very light one with some light cramps. I've got a few friends who've had it not work for them, and make their periods worse, but I'm super fucking happy with mine. I have problems with iron retention, especially in the last few years with having surgeries on my jaw, so not having a period has definitely improved my life in that regard, and hopefully I don't need to worry about infusions anymore. Definitely keep an eye on it, they can be difficult the first couple of months but fingers crossed you're one of the lucky people like me who completely stop getting periods, or that they slow down dramatically.

[@ashlynwatts7526]

I currently have my second implanon in which is due to be removed next year so I've had them for 5 years now and it has worked for me, no periods in that time. No change in weight though which I would have liked but beggars can't be choosers can they. Good luck with it, it's so much easier than having to remember to take the pill every day :)

[@CrazyCatAlien]

I'm on my second implanon now, what's interesting is feeling it throughout the 3 years and feeling it get smaller.(The bumps on the implant fade away, the implant gets skinnier) Definitely check your implant at least once a month to make sure you can still feel it. Try not to play with it when you first get it in, some women have accidentally pushed it back out of their skin. For me, it stops my periods for the first year of the new implant, then I skip every other month for a little while, before getting regular periods after. It all goes along with how small the implant gets. Your first one hurts the most, but the removal & reimplantation of the new implanon is far less painful. Here in America, we can get these implants done at our gynocologist's office, you just make an appointment and Bam, you've got the implant.

[@asem8903]

I’ve had the implant for almost two years now, and it’s been a dream, honestly. Experienced some spotting the first few months, then after that no period or cramps whatsoever. Pretty sure I’ll be getting it again when the three years are up.

[@OK-hi5ym]

In the US I received the Nexplanon implant and I love it! I tried multiple different variations of the pill and had negative side effects but I’ve had the implant for two years with no problems. Best BC ever, and I only get about ~4 periods a year for 3 days or so!

[@JustCakie]

I was told as someone who has heavy painful periods that implanon is the worst option. I got the hormonal iud and not only do I experience almost no period pain now but my periods only last about a day. It was awful for the first month but now it’s changed my life

[@tiffanyliddle3341]

I had the inplant in for almost 2 years it took away all of my period. I got it out about 3 years ago, my periods aren't regular anymore. It is a good birth control, I feel, i just feel if it didnt change so much of my hormorns and periods i would recommend it. But no onss bodys are ever the same. I hope it helps you out more than it helped me, after getting it out.

[@elizasoanes2680]

I just had my implant replaced and it worked perfectly for 3 years! It’s just amazing. I had mine done at the sexual health clinic and got only freeze spray on the area but it was over so quick. My periods have been regular and didn’t change at all! I hope it works for you! ❤️❤️

[@aliciaperkins4291]

I had my first one when I was 18 and I just got it replaced again like two weeks ago, it's one of the best birth controls I've tried. I did gain weighr with it but meh. Ive done the pill, the shot and this and its been my favorite, a few days of pain for 3 years of not worrying

[@sarahschlehlein1421]

I have the implant and so far (it's been just over two months) it has been okay. It is weird at first because, personally, my cycle is all thrown off. However; I had spotting every day after my first cycle on the implant, and that cycle was much lighter than I have ever had before. I know that your body can take up to 6 months to fully adjust to the implant and I am just hoping that my body doesn't take that long to adjust. I really do hope it works for you; I watched your vlog about the heavy periods and it taught me a lot. Thank you for sharing your life with the world.

[@stephaniereed2349]

I’ve had the implant in and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done as I don’t really get my periods and when I do it’s really light and only for a few days so I really do hope it work for you

[@robinsterling3947]

I have had this implant now twice. I really hope it works for you it has been a blessing for me as I can’t take any birth control that has estrogen due to a history of blood clots.

[@ellybear81]

I had the nexplanon and I love it!! I’ve had it for a year now and I spotted for 7 days and no period after that. Although I’m still breastfeeding so I’m not sure if not having a period has to do with the implant or nursing. But yea, it’s my favorite contraceptive method that Ive tried by far. I was so nervous about the procedure but it wasn’t bad at all. The local anesthetic was the worst part. I didn’t feel the implant going in. No pain afterwards. Just felt like a bruise while healing.

[@arcane_daydream6933]

Im three months in with my implant ( possible endometriosis ) and it's kinda making things worse for me But giving it a chance since my doctor told me 6 months for change. Next year I get a full genetic testing for danlos and everything else finally after 27 years of different medical issues and pain! I hope ur implant works out of u! Give it time

[@cloverbb24]

[Edit: story order for clarity] I had this done last year, and it went as smoothly as yours as far as I can tell. Can completely agree that the local anesthetic was "worse" than the actual implant itself. For me, it was that they used too short of a needle for it, and that it slightly burned, but once the anesthetic took effect, I felt nothing other than the ladies touching the rest of my arm. I warned them beforehand that I'm ticklish in and around my armpits, so if I flinch, that's likely the culprit LOL! Perhaps it's because you had just finished a period, but for mine they had me take a pregnancy test the day of the procedure before they would start. I have PCOS, so my periods were irregular to begin with -- most often not at all or some spotting. For a long time I used a birth control skin patch, and it worked like a dream with reasonable reliability! However, my gp wanted me to change methods for reasons I didn't think to ask for; possibly that I had been on that type for multiple years is my guess. I read the pamphlet about the implant, and it seemed like a good option that I wouldn't have to think about for a couple of years. Mine was called Nexplanon, which I was told is just the next "type" or "generation" of the Implanon. Also had mine done in my gp's office because someone there was trained to do it, so comforting being in a familiar place to have it done!

[@brandiruby2490]

I’ve had mine for almost 3 years, getting it out soon. I’ve loved it! I haven’t had a period since I got it in!

[@Tobi0baby]

Ive had the implant in my arm unfortunately it didnt work for me but i really hope it works out for you!

[@becalauren607]

In new zeland we have a place that does I for free for youth under 25. We get 2 rods ( with local) that last 5 years interesting how you get just 1. When I got it I had no period at all for a year but I’d get cramping when my period would be but no where near as bad! But unfortunately after the year I got irregular periods which was almost every week so it got taken out. But the jab worked for me better and I only get a small period every now and again. The reason it is that way is because my periods are SOOOO heavy too❤️. I hope it goes well for you. ( I have fibromyalgia and “mild EDS” , post and other things diagnosed and it took forever to heal!)

[@lorileewalters2018]

I hope you have good luck with this, I had very heavy periods and eventually had ablation surgery that completely stopped my periods. Been such a relief. Love, hugs and prayers to you sweetie 💕🎀🌸🙏

[@emilyuleberg-smith3523]

I had my second implant placed a couple of months ago so I'm on my 4th year now and it's worked so well for me! I hope your experience is good also 💕

[@mandystewart3233]

Aww what a lovely doctor. She was so sweet and really cared about making sure you were comfortable

[@91mariet]

I had mine for 2.5 years. The idea of it was fantastic and I wish I could get it again. The first 2 months i bled, very little, but everyday. Then for 1.5 years it worked perfectly. No bleeding. I noticed i gained 30 lbs and depression, but if its the rod or not i cannot tell you. My friend got the same symptoms and had hers removed before a year passed. I removed mine because the last 5 months i had it i bled constantly, and so much. Now im on the patches. Cant skip a period, sadly. It comes even if i try. 1 year without periods is not worth months of bleeding, depression and extreme weighgain. I hope yours work flawlessly and my case isnt happening to everyone ofc. I just wanted you to be aware of symptoms, think about them every couple of months. Wish I could get it again. I would if it wasn't for those sideeffects. Good luck ❤ hope it helps you wonders and im glad you choose to try. If it works, its definitely the best solution for you i agree. :) i cant take the pill either.

[@amandaharris421]

I have the nexplanon and I love it! I’ve struggled with heavy periods due to PCOS and 4 months after my implant I haven’t bled in over a month, and even when I do bleed it’s super light and I had no unpleasant symptoms like headaches, cramps etc. I hope it works for you!

[@leaveitalone]

The doc that did mine was super lovely and gentle too. I told her I would have an anxiety attack. Its not the needle or the pain. Just the lack of control over it all. I love mine. On my 2nd one now.

[@Redtreasureforever]

I've had a number of Implanons over the last 10years. Always have worked well. Stopped my periods. However on this last one I've had spotting off and on for months. I've had to take the Mini Pill as well to make sure my periods stop altogether. It has something to do with me putting on a heap of weight and the implant moving. So it is no longer in the same spot that it was originally placed. I cannot feel it, so I need to get it surgically removed. All the best. I hope that it works well for you. If you would like more in depth information about my experiences feel free to contact me. Always happy to share. Sending lots of love Xx

[@RandomDancer117]

I've had the implant since May 2018, and I've had light bleeding pretty much every day since then. If I get a break from bleeding at all it will happen on a rare occasion for a few days but the last time it stopped was two months ago. When I first got it I think I remember having a few months with no bleeding at all and I thought it was great but then it changed to all the time... Having to wear a pantyliner every day used to bother me, but it's routine now and at least I never get any period cramps.

[@babybluecheeks]

Oh my gosh, youre such a sweetheart! Honestly you will be the best mum xx. I adore you and Tom xx so excited for your house to start being buuuilt!!

[@emmahodgson7951]

I had the implant, incursion was fine but I reacted badly to the synthetic hormones it releases & so was constantly actling like I was on my period all the time/terrible mood swings. So I chose to have it out after about 6 months of it being in. However, having it out was a bit of a palaver: it had imbedded itself in my muscle & when it was eventually cut loose it came out bent/wonky. My nurse did keep giving me extra local anaesthetic to try help numb the pain whilst she had to dig around & cut it loose but thanks to EDS I found it all just ended up being pretty painful & I had right shiner of a bruise afterwards! xxx

[@redheadlady41]

This is like the NORPLANT in the USA. I never knew how it's inserted. Thanks Amy for showing and sharing. LOVE YA!

[@lauradale5106]

I have had the implant for 3years and it has helped me loads

[@cheyenneshaw7942]

I got mine a few weeks ago. So far so good! Havent had my first period yet hoping it works well for both of us

[@marianealonso202]

I just removed my implant yesterday, it unfortunately didn't work for me, my periods became twice as long and were very irregular. I really hope it works for you!

[@veronicanunez7503]

same for me, I actually have it and unfortunaly I have very irregular periods.

[@ILoveAustin1514]

ive had Nexplanon which is another brand of the implant, gets placed the same way. I had mine for basically the full 3 years just got mine out on Tuesday actually. I never had really any problems while on it expect a random period here and there and some weight gain. I chose not to get another implant put in but thats mostly cuz im not currently sexually active and i dont have heavy periods. i would honestly recommend the implant for anyone who cant take the pills.

[@andreafrost9814]

YES please do updates on how things go with the implant Amy! Love you xxoo

[@Jeffe143]

I suffer from Endometriosis and PCOS and I've decided to get the implant to see if that will help. Ur video is fantastic coz I now know what it will be like and I'm not freaked out anymore tbh. Please keep up with the vids, they r great!

[@cassidybrown3303]

As someone who also suffers from heavy periods I found that it worked for me. I first had it when I was 16 it lightened my period and the cramps, I had a few side affects but none of the serious ones. I've got it again had it for almost 3 months and it seems to be going the same as last time. But I hope it works for you! ♥️

[@eilishschoemaker9761]

I also have the implanon in my arm. I have now had one put there for the 3rd time and it works great for me. I find removing it and putting it in your arm as annoying. I also always suffer from the bruises afterwards. But I think it is worth it because I am so satisfied with it. I myself am very bad at taking pills. I forget or I don't get them swallowed. with this data I chose this solution 6.5 years ago and would never want anything else again.

[@milenaxpotter]

I also got the implanon and it works really well for me. I‘ve had like zero pain when the doctor put it under my skin. This was a year ago or so and I still think that I did the right thing. So I‘m really happy with it. :)

[@abrcrmbiegrl11]

I’m from the US and I got the arm implant too although it’s called Nexplanon. Im gonna be honest the local anesthetic shot hurt so bad; that was the only thing that hurt out of the process. Didn’t feel the implant at all when they put it in. I am now a year in with it, it’s nice to not worry about pills.

[@zoecallaghan7801]

I’ve had mine in for a year now and I’m starting to get irregular bleeding which is annoying! But previously I’ve not had a period at all since I’ve got it in which is great considering I did have quite painful/ Heavy periods before. I hope this works well for you!

[@katiemarie418]

I had the implant called Implanon which is the one that looks that you got and I had a period straight- for 7 ENTIRE MONTHS!!! I did however - Have it taken out at month 4, BUT I CONTINUED TO BLEED FOR 3 MORE ROUGH, MONTHS! Infact, I had to have a numerous blood transfusions - every.single.month, Due to the volume of blood I was losing. I was soaking an overnight pad in less than 45 minutes

[@daizy7831]

Rest easy ❤️

[@96mashy]

I got mine done but the nurse preferred to use a freeze spray instead of local anaesthetic, she took too long between spraying and inserting so it hurt like mad!! Definitely getting the anaesthetic next time!!

[@sonja8644]

I had an Implanon for about a year, my doctor had to remove it because I had my period for 3 MONTHS straight and other problems like migraine and mood swings. Now I use the nuva ring, thank god there are no complications.

[@abbyperez4924]

I have the same birth control / rod. I’ve loved it had it for a 2 years. Only down fall was my weight gain! Sucks buttttt nothing to complain about it. Works great for me but yet again everyone is different and it truly won’t be worth it for some people’s but others will

[@sadiex23x]

There are loads of negative comments on here so I figured I’d add my positive experience, just in case someone is trying to make an educated decision. I have the nexplanon (the implanon is no longer used in my country) and I’ve had it for 2 years now and *touch wood* it’s been great! I spotted for about 6 months after insertion but 6 months to the day of having it all spotting stopped, I’ve not had a period since and it’s been great and the best decision I’ve made!

[@fernivv]

yay! You're uploading again!!

[@brooke8124]

I've had the implanon for 3 years now (replaced once) no problems apart from a few random cramps and spotting every few months but it has helped me lots.

[@sophiemoore1491]

I dont have EDS, but i do have issues with Anesthetics working for me, both local and general. I felt everything when i had my implant fitted

[@guardiansanimalrescuestate7289]

Amy, I hope more then anything that this works for you. You go through so so much with your body and your chronic illnesses. You deserve a break. I have epilepsy, gastroperesis, diabetes, and heart issues. I'm in my 30's and have a pacemaker. U r a true example to me as positive and inspirational u r. I honestly feel so so alone. I've lost so many friends because they got upset I would have to cancel plans because it was a bad day, or I had had a bad grand mal seizure and just couldn't get with it when it was time to leave or get ready to leave. I've vomited on clothes on the way and turned around to go back home. So the only place I now go is to the doctors, hospital, or pharmacy. And I walk my dogs down the road (we live way out in the country in Kentucky so it's all horse farms where I'm at) I have a medical service dog, as well as a few other dogs and a kitty. Honestly there's been days I've not killed myself because of them. How do u stay so positive. I'm sure Tom helps a lot. He's amazing. I'm so happy for u that u have him. If anyone with chronic illness would like to email with me to support one another, u can email me at [e-mail].

[@jessicamcdonald4316]

💜 I just got an IUD and I thought that was bad, I don’t know if I could do the arm implant! You are so brave

[@gardenrose1038]

Jessica McDonald was the IUD painful ?

[@KCKITTEN]

@@gardenrose1038 for me the iud was easily the most painful thing ive done, however that level of pain literally lasted like 10 seconds. Then its just like really sore period cramps. Ive had mine in for over a year and love it

[@gardenrose1038]

K C I’ve been thinking about getting it. 10 seconds doesn’t sound too bad.

[@sarahschlehlein1421]

I got the implant and the numbing made the insertion completely painless. I was able to workout later that day with little to no problems. (I was cautious though to not pop open the scar) I have heard IUDs knock your body out for a little while?

[@KCKITTEN]

@@sarahschlehlein1421 i had about 2 weeks if that sore period like cramp but it wasnt anything advil couldnt fix. I didnt take any time off work and was out running errands all day after the procedure. Definitely bearable once you get past that initial pain while they are actually doing it

[@taylorlehman6561]

thank you so much for making these videos- they are such a great help to see how everything works and your real experiences. it really does help make it less scary- as you said.

[@sierralynn5315]

The nurse seems so sweet

[@jasmineadams4488]

I have had the implant for the last 4years and half years. And I have never had a problem with it. I think the worst part was having my old one removed and a new one re-Inserted as my arm was so sore after! It has worked so well as a contraceptive for me but it hasn’t exactly stopped my periods, I probably get 4-6 a year now and they are heavier and more painful than they were before I got the implant. Also when I got it done, both times the Insertion if it was so quick, but watching yours she seemed to take her time and jiggle the applicator around quite a lot, was she doing this to be careful because of your EDS? I really hope the implant works well for you, I honestly recommend to everyone😂

[@ashleeduncan4053]

Thank you for addressing the menstrual cup question 😁 I've had the Implanon, but I'm an oddity with BC in general. The first tear was awesome, but then my oddity kicked in... Good luck to you (I genuinely mean it, I wish I didn't need to have mine removed) I really hope this helps you!

[@ebonylowe8083]

i had to use the Nexplanon which is progesterone only because of my risk of blood clots.

[@mrsclairemoose]

I had the implant in the past and having it in was fine. It was ok for the first few months and then I started getting irregular bleeding although it wasn’t very heavy. I kept it in for 6 months but the bleeding got more and more often and I felt dizzy and really emotional. So I had it out and went back to the pill. So I’m not a fan! I guess it works for some people

[@emmalinewarnshuis8804]

I am in the united states and I had the implant mine was called nexplanon. It was great it worked the full three years for me, the last 6 months on it I started to get more frequent and heavier than "normal" periods. I have light to normal periods so my period basically went away after the first couple months and didn't have one besides once a year for 2 years. Just like you said the numbing is the worst part. I just had mine removed because it was time and it was also very quick I think the whole process of numbing and removal was less than 20 minutes, very small cut on my arm. I was sore for a few days after both the insertion and the removal but other than that it was great.

[@maryreynolds5310]

Wow Amy, this is awesome, especially if it helps you. My daughter struggles so very bad when she has her periods, BAD! I think this might be an older video, not sure but I’m sure glad you posted it! I must let her know! Thank you so much for sharing! Amy, do you know if this is something they do here in the states too? Thanks again hun... I’ve been meaning to tell you that you look so pretty with your hair back like that. It brings out your pretty features. You and Tom have a wonderful weekend xoxo

[@GeorginasJourney]

Woah Amy, I don’t know if that was normal how they did it- mine was genuinely about 10 times quicker than that!! The local anaesthetic didn’t really work for me, but mine was done in about 3 seconds so it didn’t matter too much anyway, I’m sorry that yours took so long 😧

[@J20Lover]

I had it around 9 years ago for about 5 month before i had to get it taken out.. it caused me to have migranes.. i hope it works out better for you x

[@caitlyn7343]

I so desperately wants this. But Canada doesn’t do it. I have a ton of gynaecological issues and I have tried numerous methods of birth control to deal with these issues. I was actually in the hospital yesterday due to anemia due to blood loss because menorrhagia. I’m glad it was a good outcome for you!

[@gogeeks09]

I had my BARD power port placed with nothing but lidocaine, no fentanyl, propofol or versed. Pretty fascinating experience!

[@Livingtheinvisiblelife]

I’ve got the nexplanon (sane thing different brand I think) and my periods have lightened significantly I could almost get by without even a panty liner, my last period which just ended had been my first one since May (had it placed in April) my numbing worked great and it’s been so nice not having my cycle as often. Hope it works as well for you as it has for me.

[@vibing93]

in my experience it was terrible for me, i ended up getting really bad side effects. when i went to get it removed the rod had moved places so they could not find it where they first put the incision to remove it. they then made another incision and still couldnt find it so they referred me to to another place which made another incision and they found it but it was too close to a main artery so then i got sent to the hospital where they made another incision put local in and it took them 2 hours to remove it and local had worn off and there was blood everywhere on tissues all around me so now i have all these big incision scars on my arm which it is what it is it was more just the experience that was painful and not fun for me. in saying this i dont want to freak you out what works for some people doesnt work for others this was just my experience and i hope yours works well for you :)

[@berniebrown6554]

I had the rod about 10yrs ago, Gosh, that makes me sound hella old. 😂 I found I got a badass bruise the following days. I think you can have it in for 3yrs, Max. Correct me if I'm wrong. (My doctors believe it may have been what triggered my condition but that's just me & everyone's different.) The whole time I had it, I didn't get any periods. 😅 I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. I've heard of women getting spotting non stop, irregular periods or ladies who just bleed the whole time they have it. If you got yours to hopefully stop your periods, I really hope you're one of the lucky ones like I was, and don't get your period until it's removed. Not to scare you. Just fun fact. Lol One of my friends mum had it done. She was leaning on her elbow, doing something and it full on, popped out of her arm!!! 😮😆😐😂 Oh... And they do move. So don't be freaked out by that. Some people have to had scans done just to find out where the heck it's gone. I've heard of many horror stories of where they've found it.

[@hopeleann1668]

Bernie Brown nexaplanon now works for 5 years max, and I’m one of the unfortunate ones that gets irregular heavy periods. 💀 I just had my replacement a few months ago cause I was feeling strange about it, it felt odd in my arm. Turns out, I had bent it and it had made estrogen levels skyrocket for the 3 years I had my first one. Now I feel better, but I still have the crap periods

[@jessicaclark4570]

If it works for you. You can get it replaced and it will last for three more years. I've had mine for almost 7 years

[@danielle6228]

Ive had the implanon and it was a indeed quick insert. Even faster actually. I had no problems like nauciousch stuff or anything, but it just didnt work for me. Still had bleeding and spotting. So i called to take it out, which was a struggle if im honest. Now I have the injections and those work perfectly

[@MancIsSo4YearsAgo]

I got an IUD because i'm terrified of needles and no other birth control method made a dent on my super awful periods, I hope this works for you!!

[@RogueShadowAngel]

i have a version of it nexplnion is mine. i've had it since 2017 and it's helped me a lot. i don't have periods at all during that time. i have endometrosis and PCOS as well. i've heard that it's a catch 22 with stuff. i wish you the best of luck with yours.

[@ServiceDogRosie]

In the USA we have Nexplanon/implanon and I had it for 2 years they think it contributed to my autoimmune clotting disorder Antiphospholipid syndrome

[@rainweeks374]

Her skin is so beautiful

[@piercetheveil5]

Omg I truly hope it works for you!!!!i dont have my period anymore maybe just 1-3 times a year and it’s VERY like but the cramps do suck

[@geeinahence5479]

I've had the implant for 2 years nearly now and it's not been the best for me but it has been a good contraception for me.. but my mood swings are a joke. I cry so so much!!x

[@annapotts2568]

I actually got my implant done 2 days after this video (was already planned), on the 19th. I got the variant here in New Zealand called Jadelle. The Implanon lasts 3 years, but Jadelle lasts 5 years. So that was on the Monday. By the Saturday, I was bawling at KZbin videos of kittens, so I figured the hormones had started working LOL! Now i'm fine :) Took a bit longer to heal than the first one I got, as I had rods removed, then inserted again, but I have found it the best thing ever. Totally stops my periods. Top notch. So I would recommend this to anyone :)

[@alanahr5]

I've had it for 1 year. It's caused some major depression and anger problems. People call it the devil's stick (here its called Nexplanon). But its my only option for birth control

[@chrissy_crumbles]

I just had mine removed. I loved it but had a lot of scar tissue development and acne that persisted so I didn't get a new one to replace it. I'm currently using the NuvaRing. It's okay but I do miss my implant.

[@xMylittlestory]

I have the implanon also because the is no other option for me. Mij gp give me also an local anesthetic but he make a little cut before he put the implanon in my arm. I'm happy that he did this looks painful

[@AngelHernandez-qk4ev]

It worked really well for me I never had any problems with it and I’ve never had a period for 3 years.I just removed mine the nurses were very friendly and gentle with my arm I would definitely would get the implant again.

[@astridnaim4396]

I have the implanon and it's heaven for Me, wish you the best experience! I have a year using it and now i don't have my period anymore.

[@Tarimara101]

I have nexplanon, which is the same thing,for 3 years now. I need to get it replaced next month and the first two years were rough I started with periods that lasted months but were mostly light and spotting then I had some estrogen tablets i took with it, i had to do i three times before my periods evened out, and now my periods are back to how they were one week long with pretty bad cramps but at least I have days that my underwear is clear