"i would never recommend implanon (the rod) as a form of contraception to anybody, i have had mine in almost for the full 3 year term as i was on the pill and kept forgetting to take it, as i was only 18 at the time i needed some form of contraception so i came across implanon. it all sounded well and good but the whole time its given me nothing but grief. i have put on 10kgs, sometimes i don&#039;t have my period for 2 months then other times it will be every week on and off heavy bleeding, i am so lethargic and never feel like going anywhere or doing anything and i&#039;ve also been diagnosed with anxiety since being on this.  the headaches are constant! i can not wait to get it out! wouldnt reccomend to anybody! especially young girls!"