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Contraceptive implant

A small rod under the skin of the arm that releases hormone for 3 to 5 years.

By LoveLust1 min readUpdated October 21, 2026

Pair it with a condom if STIs are a concern.

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Sources

  1. NHS. What is the contraceptive implant?
  2. WHO and Johns Hopkins CCP (2022). Family planning: a global handbook for providers

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