"i&#039;ve had nexplanon for a little over a year now. the first year was absolutely amazing: no periods, light acne, no mood swings. it made my life a lot easier not dealing with the stress of monthly cycles. however, after the first year, about a month ago, things have started to change drastically. i have been on my period for 2 weeks now, my mood swings are out of control (i feel like a teenager they way i react), my acne is awful, i&#039;ve become quite depressed really over nothing, and i don&#039;t know if it&#039;s just mental but i feel as if i&#039;ve gained some weight. i know everyone is different, but i would highly consider research before you have this implanted. my life is going completely downhill from the sides effects. i am getting it removed."