The impact of adolescents ’ expectations and experiences of irregular bleeding on continuation of the contraceptive implant

The implant has become an increasingly popular form of contraception. However, its use among adolescents and young adults remains understudied, particularly around how knowledge and expectations of irregular bleeding, the most commonly seen side effect, affect use in this population.

Source: Contraception - October 10, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: L Goodman, G Carter, RG Simmons Source Type: research