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The article was consulted with Specialist Doctor I Truong Thi Phuong - Doctor of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology Department - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.The implant is a modern and scientific method of contraception, which is considered the most effective method of contraception today. However, like other methods of birth control, implantation also has certain advantages and disadvantages.
1. What is the contraceptive stick?
The contraceptive implant is a small plastic tube that contains birth control pills inside. The contraceptive implant is placed under the skin of the woman's non-dominant hand. When entering the body, the contraceptive pill in the IUD will inhibit ovulation, thin the endometrium, thicken the cervical mucus, and prevent sperm from entering the uterine cavity. fertilization process.The contraceptive implant will work very quickly (after 7 days after implantation). This method is highly effective up to 99% without the need to use any other methods of contraception.
The contraceptive implant will be effective for 3 years. Once the contraceptive implant is implanted in the body, a woman does not need to use any other methods of contraception.
Commonly used contraceptives include:
Norplant: a total of 6 sticks, effective for about 5-7 years Jadelle, Sinoplant: a total of 2 sticks, effective for 5 years Implanon: yes 1 single stick, effective for 3 years.
Que tránh thai là ống nhỏ bằng chất dẻo bên trong có chứa thuốc tránh thai
2. Advantages and disadvantages of the contraceptive stick
2.1. Advantages Very high contraceptive effect (99%) Long duration of contraception (3 years with only 1 implant) The process of implantation and removal of the IUD is simple and quick. The location of the implant is the skin under the non-dominant arm is very discreet, difficult to detect, does not affect the aesthetics Can be used for women who are breastfeeding, people with diabetes... Does not affect married life Not related to genital tract infections such as IUD insertion 2.2. Disadvantages There is no effect to prevent sexually transmitted diseases. There may be some complications when implanting the rod such as: skin infection, allergies, implant displacement... however the possibility is very high. Low There may be some side effects in the first few months after implantation such as: menstrual cycle disturbance, acne, weight gain, breast tenderness, headache... The cost of the implant is higher than that of the device. uterus.
Có thể xảy ra một số tác dụng phụ khi cấy que tránh thai
3. Notes when using the contraceptive stick
Contraceptive implant is contraindicated for people with high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, endocrine-related diseases... Before implanting, women need to go to medical facilities for obstetric examination. and get specific advice from your doctor.The time the contraceptive implant begins to work:
In the case of the implant in the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle (from the date of the start of the menstrual period): the implant works immediately. In case the contraceptive implant is not inserted in the first 5 days of the menstrual cycle: the contraceptive implant will work best after 7 days.
4. The process of implanting the contraceptive stick
Preparation before implantation: Before starting the implantation of the IUD, it is necessary to carry out an obstetric examination so that the doctors can assess whether you are eligible for the implant and advise on its effectiveness. of the implant and the possible side effects of your health condition. IUD implantation : Once it has been determined you are eligible for a contraceptive implant. Your doctor will inject a numbing medicine under the skin on the inside of your non-dominant arm. Then, the doctor will insert the contraceptive implant into that skin area with an implant support device and then wrap the hand at the implant site. After 1 day you can remove the bandage. This whole process takes a few minutes.
Cấy que tránh thai vào vùng da phía trong cánh tay không thuận
5. The process of removing the contraceptive stick
When it expires or you want to get pregnant again, you can go to your doctor to have the contraceptive removed. Similar to when implanting, the doctor will inject anesthetic into the lower end of the implant and then make a small incision under the skin to push the implant out. Then proceed to wrap the bandage. The process also takes only a few minutes and is painless.Customers can directly go to Vinmec Health system nationwide to visit or contact the hotline here for support.
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