Can you get pregnant on birth control implant?

Are you considering getting a birth control implant? Are you worried that even with it, there is still a chance of getting pregnant? Fear not! This hilarious article will provide all the hilarious facts about birth control implants, so you can make an informed decision on whether or not it’s the right choice for your funny self.

The Basics

So what exactly is a birth control implant? It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie. Is it going to turn me into an alien or give me superpowers? Unfortunately not – sorry folks, no spider-bites here.

A birth control implant is literally just that – an implanted device designed to prevent pregnancy. Commonly known as Nexplanon™ in the US and Implanon™ elsewhere,(1) it is inserted under the skin of your arm and lasts for up to four years. Sounds simple enough, but does this tiny insert pack enough power to stop sperm dead in its tracks?

How Does It Work?

Good question! One assumption people make when they hear “birth control” and “implant” used in the same sentence is that this small thingy majiggy prevents fertilization from ever even happening. Well dear reader, let us put your doubts to rest because that’s actually true!

The implant works by gradually releasing hormones (specifically etonogestrel) that stop ovulation (the release of an egg) from happening altogether. No egg = no baby potential. Easy peasy surgery-free contraception!

But wait… There’s more!

Not only does our little friend stop ovulation in its tracks; it also thickens cervical mucus – making it extremely difficult for sperm looking for love (a.k.a., eggs) to hang around and get busy.(2)

This 99% percent effective method reduces the risk almost instantly (if inserted correctly, within the first five days of your period(3)). But, you’re not here to read about the molecular composition of hormones or how cervical mucus works. Let’s get onto what we know everyone is actually worried about.

Can You Get Pregnant On A Birth Control Implant?

The short answer is YES! Yes, it’s possible! Before panic sets in and you start constructing birth control walls around yourself akin to those massive sumo inflatable suits – let us explain…

What Are The Chances Of Getting Pregnant With A Birth Control Implant

We all want certainty when it comes to preventing unwanted pregnancy. Though this level of assurance might be impossible with any method but sterilization; some methods provide more security than others, and the implant just so happens to fall into that category.(4)

Okay cool… But exactly what are my chances? Well dear reader,contraceptive implants only have a 1% failure rate(5), meaning for every hundred people using them as their sole contraceptive method for one year- one person will end up pregnant.That sounds insane but opens plenty of contraceptive options for interested women.

A couple other things can play a role such as medication interactions (Hey Jen decide btw much wine with peanuts…) and/or irregular bleeding patterns(6) – which could lead someone who thinks they’re safe down a dangerous rabbit hole where they don’t snag condoms consistently while assuming eggs were never dropped off in the uterine neighborhood., Uterus is its own funball.

So there are always exceptions,

…and outliers,

Happenstance

But overall these numbers hold true making nexplanon™ an incredibly reliable source for Females trying NOT to create life inside themselves!

What if that less-than-one-percent chance becomes reality?- Don’t fret too much because there’s no proof Nexplanon begins developing side effects if their implant malfunctions.(7)

Don’t go rushing out to erect that pregnancy wall quite yet; we’ve got a few more things to discuss.

What Are The Risks Of Getting Pregnant On Birth Control Implant?

Getting pregnant whilst having contraception inserted into your arm may sound like something from a horror movie. Like Kristen Stewart’s character in “Twilight” all of a sudden sprouting clear cell sarcoma on her face, but much worse. Fortunately, it is not actually that extreme (thank God).

So what can happen if you get pregnant with a birth control implant?

Two words: ectopic pregnancy.
Yup! It doesn’t always have to be sunshine and rainbows because there’s no one-sized fits all birth control method for everyone while an intrauterine device (IUD) or Nexplanon are both Extremely reliable forms of BC – There still EXISTS VERY RARE evidence showing pregnancies occurring outside the uterus when this type of contraceptive fails.

Okay…so what does this mean though exactly?
An ectopic pregnancy is when an egg fertilizes outside our two favorite spots: ‘In’ utero & The uteruii/(That upcoming elective looks ominous). These types of pregnancies often occur within Fallopian tubes, ovaries or even other parts around 1-2% chance,(8)(9) little xXx adventure movies will always find new ways for babies under unsuspecting dumpsters!

So should I avoid getting an injection altogether?!

Well….Hold up Missy! Don’t go running towards the hills just yet!
While the risk may exist for possible side effects associated both methods mentioned earlier remain some of THE most effective options about which women needn’t forget^. 

But Is It Safe To Get Pregnant With A Birth Control Implant?

It seems almost counterintuitive asking such as question – after all, isn’t the point of contraceptives to prevent pregnancies? What would happen if you become pregnant on birth control implants? Would the tiny implanted thingamajig have any lasting impacts on your potential offspring?

Well, we can’t predict individual cases but for the majority (by vast weight)– unlikely. Research has indicated that while ‘some discomfort and initial bleeding’ may occur associated with implant removal. The earlier pregnancy happens within implant duration- the VERY likely outcome occurs^.(10)

It’s crucial though, If a female changes her mind about being sexually active or becomes unhappy with hormone level side effects, removing it is a painless process(11) that takes less than five minutes during which numbing solution is such applied to alleviate soreness that occurs in other few hours remain happy mornings!(if anyone

Conclusion

In conclusion…you could indeed get pregnant whilst having an intrauterine device inserted – but it remains far from common (borderline miraculous!) Whilst contraceptive methods are never 100% effective-speaking overall Nexplanon™ seems as trustworthy when compared to other means very much so.

Always consult your OB-GYN doctor before making choices regarding contraception; most importantly: don’t let the fear of failure make us do without protection.
It’s impossible for life not spread- but every precaution we take inevitably helps carve out better reproductive freedoms!

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