Nexplanon Implant

SHCS Service Announcement

Due to scheduled union action on 
Tuesday, April 1st, 
there may be a reduction in services at SHCS. 

We are taking necessary precautions to assure your visit to SHCS during that timeframe goes smoothly. 

Anytime, including when SHCS has reduced services, students can call the following resources: 

Medical:  

Medical Advice Nurse at 530-752-2349 

Counseling:  

Counseling Services 24 Hour Consultation Line: 530-752-0871  or

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: at 988

Additional support is available:  LiveHealth Online for SHIP students (virtual medical and mental health care) and UWill (virtual mental health care).

Overview of Nexplanon (implant)

Nexplanon is a progestin hormone-containing rod (about the size of a toothpick) that is inserted under the skin in the arm. It provides contraception for 3 years and can be removed at any time.

How It Works

Nexplanon releases progestin in the blood stream to prevent pregnancy by thickening cervical mucus, and thinning the endometrium to prevent implantation. It inhibits ovulation in most cycles.

Efficacy

99.95% (Typical and Perfect)

Advantages

  • Highly effective
  • Easy to use
  • Does not interfere with sex
  • Contains no estrogen
  • Discreet

Disadvantages

  • Unscheduled and irregular bleeding (may decline after 3 months of use)
  • Needs to be inserted by a health care provider
  • Offers no protection against sexually transmitted infections
  • Possible complications with placement, though rare

Return of Fertility

After Nexplanon removal, most users ovulate within 6 weeks.

Availability

Available at Student Health and Counseling Services for insertion and removal, please make an appointment with your provider if you are interested.

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