Does getting the contraceptive implant hurt?

Are you tired of using condoms or remembering to take a pill every day, only to be caught up in the heat of the moment without any protection? Well, fear not! The contraceptive implant is here, and it’s taking the world by storm. But before you jump on board with this revolutionary method of birth control, there’s something that’s been bugging many people – does getting a contraceptive implant hurt?

What is a Contraceptive Implant?

First things first – let’s dive into what exactly a contraceptive implant is. It’s essentially a small rod-shaped device which releases hormones to prevent pregnancy for up to three years. To put things even more simply (because seriously who has time for medical jargon), it stops your ovaries from releasing eggs so that sperm can’t fertilize them. Voila! No baby magic.

How Does It Work?

The implant, made mostly out of plastic and duct tape—just kidding—is inserted under the skin in your upper arm via an injection. If we’re talking technicalities here: once inserted,it releases progestin hormoneto thicken mucus at your cervix opening,so sperm cannot enter. As if stopping ovulation wasn’t enough!? You might wonder where those hormones go after they do their job ? Don’t worry; they are eventually absorbed into your body over time!

This all sounds great but now comes our real question- does it actually hurt while being implanted?

Pain & Discomfort

Ok, let me paint you a picture- imagine someone stabbing you with two horse needles while playing “hit-the-jackpot” in Vegas (Messed Up Metaphor Alert!). Ok none of that happens…at least as far as needles are concerned anyway (pheww) . Your doctor may numb your arm area prior to inserting the implant so this can shield you from maximum discomfort.

But hold on,numbing is not a guarantee. If your doctor misses the correct spot, or if you have squeezed your muscle too tightly, it can still be very painful! Alongside that, most women complain of swelling and bruising around the insertion area for about a week or so which can be really uncomfortable. Don’t worry though; these conditions should improve within a matter of days as they are mild to moderate in nature.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Contraceptive Implant?

While we’re on this topic let’s go a bit more into detail regarding side effects since it’s not just pain and discomfort during implantation.

Let me first clarify that every body is unique, SO there’s no telling whether hormones will wreak havoc on your bodily functions or simply cruise by like Murphy in “Bojack Horseman.” There might be many weird effects at play with hormonal birth control but rest assured- Very few people experience them long term!

Common side effects that women experience when using an implant includes:

  • Acne
  • Mood swings
  • Irregular periods
  • Weight gain
  • Fret Not,Research shows that only 1/5th of women actually gain weight[1] because their eating patterns get altered.(Oh god,did we say research? Ugh sorry)

How To Prepare For Getting A Contraception Implant Insertion?

Good question! It’s essential to give yourself enough time to understand what may take place beforehand/during/after putting in the contraceptive implant. Below are some recommendations worth considering:

  1. Schedule An Appointment With Your Doctor: Go ahead and book an appointment with your gynecologist well before you plan on getting the insertion done so he/she has ample time to explain how everything works.
  2. Think About Your Timing : Most doctors recommend for patients schedule this insertion right after their period commences or take contraceptive pills for a specific week before the procedure.
  3. Prepare Yourself For Future Sex : Once implanted, you’re fully protected against pregnancies – but, like with everything in life, there needs to be ground rules! Make sure your partner(whoever that may be) know’s about the implant and exactly where it’s placed so they can avoid hitting that area during intercourse.

Conclusion

In summary getting an implant is not always painful but depending on how one receives this needle stick- the experience can range from minimal discomfort to what feels like someone inserting a pencil into their arm(Alright That might’ve been taking it too far). Some other mild side effects occur when getting these implants but again everyone responds differently. Nonetheless, with all things considered- The trade-off of being baby-free for up-to 3 years without having to forget any pills or condoms is truly game-changing!!

So if you’re looking for something long-term and effective (in preventing pregnancy), consider giving the contraceptive implant a try!

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