"i had implanon inserted in may 2009. the procedure was quick and painless. the only difficulty at that time was finding a practitioner trained in the insertion method.  the first two years on implanon were wonderful, no periods, cramping, or other symptoms. very worry free and effective.  starting the 3rd year-when the dosage is decreased, i began having my period every other week for nearly 6 months now.  they are not light or spotty but full periods with all the symptoms.  i&#039;m now deciding to remove implanon early because of this. "