4 long-acting birth control options to consider if the Supreme Court limits contraception and abortion access
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Oct 12 2020 at 7:15 PM GMT
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- The implant is more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
- Some Nexplanon users complain of spotting, or a small amount of vaginal bleeding between periods, during the first few months of use, but Minkin said that's the method's only drawback.
- After continued use, some users stop getting their periods altogether.
- And if you prefer not to have a device inserted up your vagina into your cervix, the arm implant could be a good alternative.
- Vaginal ring Though not as long-lasting as the above options, the vaginal ring could be a welcome option for birth control users who prefer to take things into their own hands, according to Minkin.
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