Can implanon fail?

Have you ever heard of the contraceptive implant called “Implanon”? If not, where have you been living? Under a rock?! Well, let me fill you in on this little wonder. Implanon is a small plastic rod that’s inserted under the skin of your upper arm and blocks your ovaries from releasing an egg. Sounds like magic, right? But can it fail? Let’s find out!

What is Implanon?

Implanon, also known as Nexplanon, is one of the most reliable forms of birth control available today. It’s a tiny plastic rod – about the size of a matchstick – that contains etonogestrel, a hormone that prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation.

The procedure to insert implanon typically takes just minutes and involves numbing the insertion site with local anesthesia before inserting it using an applicator. Once implanted correctly, Implanon lasts for up to three years! That sounds pretty amazing but what happens if it fails?

What are some reasons why Implanons may fail?

As reliable as impanon can be (no method is 100%) there are few extreme scenarios where it could fail;
– incorrect insertion
– migration
– forgotten removal date

Incorrect insertion

This shouldn’t happen anyway since only trained medical professionals should handle implants but pay attention while getting yours done because if not done properly they may not stay in place or worse still pierce through somewhere else other than your arm!

Migration

It’s highly unlikely for Impanons to migrate (move) from their original site but such scenario amounts to failure since its effectiveness would have tremendously reduced at this point.

Forgotten Removal Date

Unlike pills which women take daily without interruption till desired period passes active ingredients through them constantly keeping them clear off unwanted event(s), once implanted however after 3 years imanpon will cease being effective and should be removed. Issues may arise when either you forget your implant removal date or unable to get it removed by a medical professional.

Contraception and Failure Rate

It is paramount that one has an open discussion with their doctor to identify the best contraceptive option for them based on factors like age, marital status, desire for future pregnancy , personal choice etc. Despite suggestions of up to a 99% success rate with Implanon use there are instances where it may not work as expected- unwanted pregnancies could happen

Contrast in failure rates

There’s actually another familiar contraceptive device called the IUD which can also prevent pregnancy by hindering sperm movement from reaching its destination (ovaries). There are two types; hormonal and non-hormonal .When comparing it’s failure rate (@3% ) – three out of every hundred woman per year who use this will become pregnant compared to Impanons failure chances at only <1%.

Given those digits does this even question whether one should prefer imanpon over IUC?

Is it dangerous if Implanon fails?

As mentioned earlier no method is completely fool-proof but examples abound that suggest occurrences such event exist: If the improbable happens and you conceive while still having Impanon in place, Does this indicate danger? Not really…

However if during removal procedure pieces got broken then yes certain risks do apply e.g nerve damage …this isn’t usual anyway so don’t fret!

Another instance could relate more specifically to women undergoing fertility treatments requiring high-dose hormone therapy drugs hence advising them against using implants since these drug targets primarily eggs which would have already been blocked due implant effectiveness furthermore these hormones enhance mesntrual fluidity increasing risk factor of accidental expelling embedded implants

Despite all controls failures still persist yet experts recommend they shouldn’t supersede benefits associated with methods… Don’t abandon ship just yet there are several positives making these contraceptive devices such an innovative healthcare solution.

Benefits of Implanon

Even with the meager negatives, Implanons usefulness thereof remains indisputable as it boasts:
– long term effectiveness
– decreased menstrual cramps
– reduces risk of both uterine cancer & pelvic inflammatory diseases in addition providing a convenient alternative to daily medication regimens

Aren’t those points all great? Who wants to be reminded everyday anyways that they have 15 minutes left before they need to take another birth control pill!? Not this writer!

In conclusion

Pregnancy is never solely the woman’s responsibility hence taking advantage of available resources is needed when trying either plan or prevent one. With technology advances like imanpon and iuc emergencies resulting from unwanted pregnancies have become half resolved if not halted thoroughly.

That being said any choice picked by individuals should align with their preferences no pressure! So go ahead; seize your power(s)!

Ps! while on this topic don’t forget the essential private discussion(s) you must have doctor regarding best contraceptive options for you based on factors like age, marital status etc.

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