Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
145 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Abdominal Pain Post Insertion Of Nexplanon?

I recently had the nexplanon put in October 30th. Since then i have been experiencing pain around my right side under my ribcage and left side around kidneys. I experience pains at random times during the day and last about 5 to 10 mins. Any ideas? Thank you!
posted on Fri, 13 Nov 2015
Twitter Wed, 16 Dec 2015 Answered on
Twitter Thu, 17 Dec 2015 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Some of these symptoms like experiencing pain in abdomen and pain in the rib cage could happen as side effects due to implantation of birth control devices like Nexplanon. They could be caused by muscle spasams.
These symptoms can be overcome by taking analgesic medications like Ibuprofen. Also drink good quantity of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
Such symptoms should subide gradually. In case it doesn't and fresh symptoms occur, then you need to consult Gynecologist for change in birth control measures.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Abdominal Pain Post Insertion Of Nexplanon?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Some of these symptoms like experiencing pain in abdomen and pain in the rib cage could happen as side effects due to implantation of birth control devices like Nexplanon. They could be caused by muscle spasams. These symptoms can be overcome by taking analgesic medications like Ibuprofen. Also drink good quantity of fluids to keep yourself hydrated. Such symptoms should subide gradually. In case it doesn t and fresh symptoms occur, then you need to consult Gynecologist for change in birth control measures. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.