Coming off Nexplanon Implant after 5 years while on T (Period control, not pregnancy prevention), what were changes you experienced? (TW)

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So I got the Nexplanon Implant when I was 14 due to struggling with constant periods lasting all the time with only few weeks a year without it. I tried many contraceptions and even meds that stops bleeding, to which it just resumed after a few days and Nexplanon helped, but not really, I got a little bit more time without my period but that was it.

Just after I turned 17, at this point still having heavy, longterm periods, i started T and within 3-4 months, my periods completely stopped and I’ve not had it since. I’m 20 now and was told at 17 before T that I could keep it for 5 years, which was November. It’s still “effective” so I’ve not bothered to remove it.

I’m now thinking of getting it removed but not sure if I want to replace it or completely stop. I’ve been on it for so long I don’t know if i even need to completely come off it or not.

Those who were on longterm, what changed/didn’t change for you when you came off, do you regret it or not? I’m not really sure if it’s a good idea to come off or get another. Thanks.

Posted Sep 11, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC

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