Implanon is the implant which is inserted into the upper inner arm. Mirena is an intra-uterine device which secretes progesterone. Implanon is active for 3 years, Mirena for 5 years.
Leanne.
From: "Kim Stead" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [email protected] To: <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] implanon and breastfeeding Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2005 16:20:41 +1100 (AUS Eastern Daylight Time)
Just out of curiosity........ Is implanon the one you get inserted in your arm? What is it's recommended life? Has this replaced the Mireana (IUD)?
Kiwi Kim
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From: [email protected] Date: 03/22/05 15:55:09 To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] implanon and breastfeeding
>>BTW is implanon now approved in Australia for breastfeeding mothers??
I was told it was. It didn't affect my milk supply. I had it inserted at 8 weeks, and removed after a year (due to intolerable side-effects!)
Kate
Leanne Wynne Midwife in charge of "Women's Business" Mildura Aboriginal Health Service Mob 0418 371862
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