What are the possible risks of using IMPLANON?
Complications of Insertion and Removal Rarely, removal of IMPLANON is difficult or even impossible because IMPLANON is not where it should be. If IMPLANON cannot be removed, then the effects of IMPLANON will continue for a longer period of time. Rarely, IMPLANON is not inserted at all due to a failed insertion, or the implant has fallen out of the needle, and then you may become pregnant. After insertion, and with direction from your healthcare provider, you should be able to feel IMPLANON under your skin. If you cant feel IMPLANON, tell your healthcare provider. Some other problems related to insertion and removal are • Pain, irritation, swelling, or bruising • Scarring, including a thick scar called a keloid • Infection • IMPLANON breaks making it difficult to remove IMPLANON • Thick scar tissue forming around IMPLANON making removal difficult • Rarely, expulsion of the implant • Rarely, need for surgery in the hospital for removal of IMPLANON • Removals of deeply inserted implants c
