Hormone Implant - Cost And Effect

2023 Author: Wallace Forman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 11:04

The hormone implant

The hormone implant is a soft plastic stick. It is about 4 cm long and 2 mm thin. The stick itself is made of a plastic that does not dissolve in the body and does not contain silicone. It protects against unwanted pregnancy for a period of three years. The hormone implant is one of the most modern methods of contraception. It offers well-tolerated long-term protection and can be reversed at any time…

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• This is how the implant works
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• How reliable is the hormone implant?
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This is how the implant works

The hormone implant contains the luteal hormone progestin, which is released into the body in small amounts. This will

• prevents ovulation at the same time
• changes the mucus in the cervical canal, which prevents the sperm from entering the uterus.

The hormone implant protects against unwanted pregnancy for a period of three years. After that, it will gradually become less effective and the implant will have to be removed by a gynecologist. A new implant can then be inserted immediately, protecting the woman against pregnancy without interruption. There is also the option of removing the implanted rod prematurely, for example in the event of intolerance.

Note After removing the implant, fertility is restored relatively quickly and pregnancy is possible.

How is the implant inserted?

The implant may only be used by trained gynecologists directly under the skin on the inside of the upper arm. A special applicator is used for this. Before the gynecologist begins the procedure, the area on the upper arm is anesthetized locally. The hormone implant can be placed between the first and fifth day of your cycle. The insertion itself only takes a few minutes. The implant in the upper arm is not visible. However, it can be felt. This is also important so that the doctor can easily locate it when it is removed.

How reliable is the hormone implant?

The hormone implant is one of the very safe contraceptive methods (Pearl Index 0.05). It can also be removed at any time.

Advantages and disadvantages of the implant

The hormone implant is one of the most modern methods of contraception. It offers well-tolerated long-term protection. As with any drug, however, in addition to the desired effect, undesirable side effects can also occur.

The advantages

• Long-term contraception: The hormone implant offers reliable protection for a period of three years.
• The hormone implant is also suitable during breastfeeding.
• The hormone implant is particularly suitable for women who cannot tolerate estrogen.
• The hormone implant is effective immediately.
• The hormone implant can improve menstrual cramps.

The disadvantages

• The hormone implant does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
• Hormone-related side effects are possible. These include, for example, headaches, weight gain, skin blemishes (e.g. acne), and a feeling of tension in the breasts.
• Prolonged bleeding or intermenstrual bleeding may occur.
• The menstrual period can also stop completely after using the hormone implant for several months.
• Must be inserted and removed again by a doctor as part of a minor procedure under local anesthesia. The procedure can leave a small scar in the upper arm.

Whom can I ask?

The hormone implant is a drug and may only be inserted and removed by a trained gynecologist.

How are the costs going to be covered?

The costs for the hormone implant - including the insertion by the gynecologist - are not covered by social insurance.