Review:
Contraceptive Implants
overall review score: 4.5
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score is between 0 and 5
Contraceptive implants are small, flexible rods that are inserted under the skin of a woman's upper arm to prevent pregnancy by releasing hormones that stop ovulation.
Key Features
- Highly effective at preventing pregnancy
- Long-lasting - can last up to 3-5 years
- Reversible - fertility returns quickly after removal
- Convenient and discreet
Pros
- Extremely effective at preventing pregnancy
- Long-term contraception without daily effort
- Does not interfere with sexual activity
Cons
- Requires a healthcare provider for insertion and removal
- May cause side effects such as irregular bleeding or headaches
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)