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Expert: Allison - 5/13/2009


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I recently had the implantion bar removed from my arm. It's been two weeks and I still have not got a period.
I'm just wondering when your cycle should return to normal and how long it takes for the side effects to stop

Answer
Dear Georgia,

Once the implant is removed the hormones are gone very quickly, and most women have a normal period within a month. This also means that your body will re-adjust and other side-effects should be gone within a month or so. If you are still having side-effects after 5 or 6 weeks I would recommend talking to your doctor about it.

Regards,

Allison

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I can answer questions on birth control including how they work, the pros and cons of different methods, why you might choose one over the other, how to correct mistakes you may have made in using the device and more. As well, I can help with general knowledge on STIs, symptoms, incubation, transmission, and treatment.

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