"i got the nexplanon july of 2014 due to my previous iud (mirena) getting lodged into one of my ovaries and needing to get it removed. before that, i had tried all different kinds of birth control pills, ending up either getting sick, forgetting to take them, or too expensive.
the first six months were great; periods regular and no noticeable side effects. after six months, though, i began experiencing drastic mood swings and waves of depression. my period disappeared for about a year, and i began gaining weight rapidly. now 2 years in, i have visible acne for the first time and have been bleeding for over 2 weeks with painful cramps. also having insomnia, lower sex drive, and more intense anxiety. i plan on removing it when i can afford to."