"i had the nexplanon in my arm for the whole 3 years. it has been an emotional roller coaster for me. the worst side effects for me were the hormonal changes! i was very mean and bitchy to everyone. people around me definitely noticed the changes. my periods were heavy &amp; lasted a full 7 days if not longer. i would have to use tampons &amp; pads together. i would go through a whole box each month. it made me gain weight &amp; no matter how clean i ate or how hard i worked out the weight would not go away. i also suffered from depression &amp; slight acne. ladies please pay attention to your bodies when getting this birth control. it has been a rough 3 years but since my removal i have felt so much better!"