"i started nexplanon about 2 years ago. at first i thought it was a great option for my lifestyle and my goals, but i just yesterday had it taken out. yes, it is effective in preventing pregnancy, but the side effects snuck up on me and i just realized that a lot of problems i&#039;ve been having emotionally and physically are all due to the implant. i&#039;ve been getting angry at things that don&#039;t even make sense, feeling depressed even though my life is great, eating a lot better than i ever have before and doing thousand calorie workouts five times a week, yet my weight has not gone down at all! i used to be able to lose weight crazy fast, and now it&#039;s impossible. i&#039;m going back to the patch. going through the side effects is not worth it!"