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A GLOBAL HANDBOOK FOR PROVIDERS

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Correcting Misunderstandings (see also Questions and Answers)

Implants:

  • Stop working once they are removed. Their hormones do not remain in a woman’s body.
  • Can stop monthly bleeding, but this is not harmful. It is similar to not having monthly bleeding during pregnancy. Blood is not building up inside the woman.
  • Do not make women infertile.
  • Do not move to other parts of the body.
  • Substantially reduce the risk of ectopic pregnancy.

Jamelle with Package

Why Some Women Say They Like Implants
  • Do not require the user to do anything once they are inserted
  • Prevent pregnancy very effectively
  • Are long-lasting
  • Do not interfere with sex
 

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