female only Anyone heard of Implanon?

[Mariah 0]

Has anyone heard of using Implanon (birth control implant) after WLS? Or does anyone have Implanon? It's a small, plastic matchstick-size rod that a doctor implants into the arm, AND it's good for three years! I know birth control pills are out of the question as it isn't properly absorbed after surgery (until 1-2yrs post-op, I hear), and IUDs like Mirena are off limits for those of us who haven't had kids, so I want to know if this is a viable option. Does it have the same issue with absorption as BCPs?

I found a WLS forum that briefly talked about it, but I still don't know if it is appropriate for recent WLS patients:

http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/topic/38453-implanon-the-implant-birth-control/

All input is welcome! Thanks ladies

[ireland 0]

Has anyone heard of using Implanon (birth control implant) after WLS? Or does anyone have Implanon? It's a small, plastic matchstick-size rod that a doctor implants into the arm, AND it's good for three years! I know birth control pills are out of the question as it isn't properly absorbed after surgery (until 1-2yrs post-op, I hear), and IUDs like Mirena are off limits for those of us who haven't had kids, so I want to know if this is a viable option. Does it have the same issue with absorption as BCPs?

I found a WLS forum that briefly talked about it, but I still don't know if it is appropriate for recent WLS patients:

http://www.thinnerti...-birth-control/

All input is welcome! Thanks ladies

I actually run an obgyn office. This is a great option for woman who have not had children. My patients love this product. I have not had anyone have any bad side effects. Ask your physician regarding Implanon and sleeve I'm not sure if there is any contraindications. I will ask my Docs at the office and let you know.

robin aka ireland

[feedyoureye 3,087]

Has anyone heard of using Implanon (birth control implant) after WLS? Or does anyone have Implanon? It's a small, plastic matchstick-size rod that a doctor implants into the arm, AND it's good for three years! I know birth control pills are out of the question as it isn't properly absorbed after surgery (until 1-2yrs post-op, I hear), and IUDs like Mirena are off limits for those of us who haven't had kids, so I want to know if this is a viable option. Does it have the same issue with absorption as BCPs?

I found a WLS forum that briefly talked about it, but I still don't know if it is appropriate for recent WLS patients:

http://www.thinnerti...-birth-control/

All input is welcome! Thanks ladies

I think this is one for the Doc.

[wishes 125]

I read up on Implanon before I made my decision for Mirena. Both have the hormones, so that is not a biggie. But I don't plan on having children for the next ten years and I don't want three more scars on my arm for BC. Definitely, read up on both!

Wishes

Edit: I don't currently have children.

[Mariah 0]

Thanks for your input, everyone. I'm trying to get feedback from others on this so I can decide if I want to approach my doc about it. She's no expert with WLS patients, so I want to be informed before I go to her

[Bryn 3]

I plan on getting implanon after my WLS. no kiddies for me for at least 4 years!!! lol

[new_beginnings_ 16]

I currently have the Implanon, had it now for almost the 3 years. I can say that I thought it was perfect for a long time untill I started noticing that the little bit of stray facial hair that I did have started getting to be more and more. The next year when I went to my OB/GYN, I asked her about it because I thought it was suspicious that it happened after I got the implanon. She told me that it has nothing to do with that and I took her work for it because I thought that she wouldnt lie. Recently, I started researching it because I was having really irregular periods (none for 6 months- a year, then having one for over a month) and I saw alot about the irregular periods (of course) but I also saw that alot of people had difficulty losing weight or weight gain, FACIAL Hair growth, and also a sensitivity to viruses. I can tell you after reading that, I could really see that stuff being true after reviewing my life for the past 3 years. You don't really put two and two together because it seems like such an insignificant thing but I kind believe it has been a source of problems for me. Back when I had it put in I did read on the pamplet that it had not been tested on people over a certain weight so I don't know how much that had to do with my problems. I would definately do as much research as you can online and talk to your doctor before deciding. Hope this helps! Best wishes!

Monica