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The article is consulted by a specialist by Master, Resident Doctor Nguyen Thanh Vinh, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Ha Long International HospitalAlthough it is safe, effective and has many outstanding advantages, the Implanon contraceptive implant cannot be applied to all women. Pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding for less than 6 weeks, abnormal bleeding, or breast cancer,... are typical contraindications of the Implanon contraceptive implant.
1. What is the Implanon contraceptive implant?
The contraceptive implant is a contraceptive product that contains a hormone of the progestogen group. This hormone is released regularly every day, preventing ovulation and conception. Therefore, when using the contraceptive implant, there is no need to use any other methods of contraception while the contraceptive implant is effective.There are many types of contraceptive implants available today, which may include 1 or more implants, with different durations. The most popular and trusted by many medical experts is Implanon - a simple contraceptive implant, effective for preventing pregnancy for up to 3 years with just a single stick.
Mechanism of action of the Implanon contraceptive implant:
The contraceptive implant secretes the hormone Progestin to prevent ovulation. Thickens cervical mucus, preventing sperm from reaching the egg. Inhibiting the growth of the uterine lining, making the lining of the uterus thin, which is not convenient for the egg to implant.
Que cấy tránh thai Implanon
2. Advantages of Implanon contraceptive implant
Implanon is a contraceptive implant chosen by many people because of its outstanding advantages:High contraceptive effectiveness (up to 99.95%.) The contraceptive effect lasts 3 years. This can help overcome the disadvantage of needing to take medication every day (such as the daily oral contraceptive pill) in women who are forgetful and difficult to adhere to treatment. Easy to implant, easy to withdraw, absolutely no scars, ensuring high aesthetics for women. It is effective to prevent pregnancy as soon as 24 hours after implantation if the implant is inserted within a few days of menstruation. It is a safe, highly effective, continuous method of contraception that restores fertility 3 weeks after implantation. Can be used in lactating women starting from the sixth week, without affecting the quality and quantity of lactation. Women who are over the age of 40, people with diseases such as uterine fibroids, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity or high blood pressure... can use contraceptive implants.
3. In which cases is the contraceptive implant suitable?
The Implanon contraceptive implant is suitable for all women of childbearing age who want to prevent pregnancy and have no contraindications to the implant. The rod can be implanted at any time, but there is definitely no pregnancy at the time of implantation. Best after menstrual period.The Implanon contraceptive implant is especially suitable for people who:
Plan to prevent pregnancy for at least 2-3 years, or have had enough children, and are in need of an effective, long-acting method of contraception. Side effects of combined oral contraceptives, older women, smoking or diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure. Forgetting pills when taking oral contraceptives, contraindications or difficulties with IUD insertion.
4. Who shouldn't have a contraceptive implant?
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Some situations when the contraceptive implant should not be used are:
Pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy: Before implantation you may need to have a test to make sure you are not pregnant. Do not want to change your menstrual cycle Women who are breast-feeding for less than 6 weeks Take certain medications that can make birth control less effective, such as medicines for HIV, tuberculosis, epilepsy, some antibiotics such as rifambutin or rifampicin Bleeding, unusual bleeding of unknown cause History or suspicion of breast cancer, stroke, severe liver disease, thromboembolic disease Being treated with anticonvulsants such as (phenytoin, carbamezapine, barbiturates or primidone) ) or with griseofulvin, rifampicin
5. Some problems can be encountered when preventing pregnancy with an implant
Some minor problems that women may experience with implanted contraception:Amenorrhea : Women may experience amenorrhea after 1 year of using Implanon, this period of amenorrhea is not a disease but caused by The endometrium thins out, making it impossible for menstrual bleeding. This is beneficial for the body by preventing iron deficiency anemia during menstruation. Headache, tightness in the chest, dizziness and nausea, these symptoms are usually transient and lessen with time. Abnormal bleeding: This is the most common manifestation for women in the period from 6 -12 months of use Bleeding drops or irregular periods. In many women, this goes away after a few months of use. Most women who use this method report that their periods become "lighter" due to less bleeding. Women who want to implant a contraceptive can be done at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
Implanon implant used at Vinmec Ha Long hospital is Nxt type (with contrast) to help find the implant if it is out of place, difficult to remove the implant.
Currently, Implanon contraceptive implant service is performed by MSc. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Vinh. As a person with many years of experience at major hospitals such as Hue Central Hospital, Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Dr. Nguyen Thanh Vinh is the main doctor who practices medicine at Hanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital.
Doctor Nguyen Thanh Vinh has also been recognized and honored by many domestic and foreign units.
Besides, the system of rooms and equipment, high-class implementation tools, ensuring high quality as well as good sterility helps to minimize possible problems, thereby improving the quality of life. Safe and effective for minor surgery.
Customers who are interested in contraceptive implant services at Vinmec Ha Long Hospital can register here or contact hotline 0203 3828 188 for support.
