Subdermal Implant for Birth ControlThe progestin-only hormone implant (such as Implanon and Nexplanon) The progestin-only hormone implant releases
hormones that prevent pregnancy for 3 years. It must be inserted and removed by
a trained health professional. The actual implant is about the size of a
matchstick and is inserted under the skin on the inside of the upper
arm. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerSarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerRebecca Sue Uranga, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology Current as ofMarch 16, 2017 Current as of:
March 16, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Rebecca Sue Uranga, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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