Medically reviewed by Khadeja Haye, MDKey TakeawaysBirth control pills can take up to a week to start working if not taken on ...

Your story is still unfolding, with new chapters full of romance and adventure. You’re already busy with the life you’ve planned. It may be time to talk with your doctor about b irth control. When you ...

You’re probably well aware of the pill and how it works—but long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), including the birth control implant (a.k.a. Nexplanon), don’t require a daily check on your ...

Nexplanon (etonogestrel) is a brand-name birth control implant prescribed to help prevent pregnancy. The cost of the device with and without insurance can depend on several factors. Nexplanon belongs ...

Clinical data support a 5-year duration for the Nexplanon implant, with no reported pregnancies during the extended 2-year study period. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended the ...

Just before the holidays, a patient was in my office for what I thought was going to be a routine appointment. After completing the exam, however, we started talking about what was really on her mind.