Paragard or Nexplanon?

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I am due to get the Paragard IUD implanted March 14th but I keep reading horror stories. I also have heard horror stories about the Nexplanon. These are my only two options for birth control as I have an autoimmune disease that's estrogen sensitive. Can anyone give me advice?

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I love my Paragard IUD!

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I didn't vote because I've never tried an IUD and can't give a reliable response. I have used the nexaplanon.

Pros: It's very effective, don't have to worry about taking medication, lasts for 3 years.

Cons: irregular bleeding and periods (very much!)

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I love love love my paragard! I'm about to start my 5th period with it. I didn't really have cramps before paragard and I still don't now. I don't have any spotting between periods, but my periods are definitely much heavier now and 1-3 days longer. But I've heard you're supposed to give yourself about 6 months to adjust. I'm hoping it goes back to normal but even if it doesn't, for me, a longer/heavier period is a fine trade off for the peace of mind I get with it.

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Do not get nexplanon. My best friend is on it and it's caused her so many problems

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After having a period for 18 weeks straight, I was put on nexplanon. The first year or so the periods were very irregular and bipolar I guess I could say. My cramps and body aches weren't as bad but I could either bleed for 3 days or 3 weeks, with days or months between my "periods". I have now been on it for two years, almost three, and my body has gotten use to it. It did not completely stop my period but my flow has went from a solid 9 to a 3 with no cramps, bloating, head aches, etc. on a much more regular cycle. But it does not react the same for everyone. I have enjoyed it for the most part and plan on getting it put back in when this one runs out.

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I had the paragard on for 2 years and had to remove it because i had no sex drive at all. I took it out and started on loestrin which now i have a tottal uncontrol of my menstrual cycle and how my period comes out. And have not gotten my sex life back 😠😠😠😠

Paragard or Nexplanon?

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