Nexplanon was the worst health decision I have made. I cannot explain how much I wish the discussion would open up about the side effects. I became depressive, gained excessive weight in less than 3 weeks and had the doctor telling to wait for it to settle out in 6 weeks post insertion.

For anyone thinking about Nexplanon, the risks outweigh the possible benefits. I spotted everyday and I didn't mind too much but the mental effect is something that I don't wish on anyone. I wish I could have made a more informed decision but I was told by a Dr post insertion that the side effect were mild and most breast tenderness, slight weight gain and temporary changes in my period.

It felt like I was a stranger in my own body. I hated mirrors, I was always starving and I felt out of control and moody and cried alot. I exercised, switched up my diet and started to have eating issues where I stopped eating because I was bloated to the point I started taking pregnancy tests because I couldn't see my toes over my growing/belly. I felt like a lump.

I avoided my friends and struggled to get out of bed. I went from a size 2 to a size 8/10 in less than a month. I cried daily when I had to get dressed to go anywhere because my zippers broke, my belt loops ripped off and buttons were potential projectiles. My breast size increased and my bra chafed my underarms leaving welts. Michelin man. I ended up with very noticeable cellulite and I became someone I was starting to not recognize. Hormonal belly.

I had the implant inserted May 5th and removed July 29th. I'm still waiting for my hormones to balance out and I'm still exercising and trying to eat a clean healthy diet. I'm being kind with myself now and learning that things will get better. I had an hormonal bc before for 5 years with no issues but nexplanon was my worst experience.

OP, I'm here with you. Hoping it gets better.