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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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