Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Asked 4 months ago

Does nexplanon cause hair loss?

I'm considering getting the Nexplanon implant for contraception. My friend mentioned she experienced some hair thinning after getting hers. Is hair loss a common side effect of Nexplanon?

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Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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I had terrible hair fall after getting Nexplanon. I tried curry leaves paste and onion juice which helped a bit, but honestly, hormonal shifts take time to settle. Give it a few months and keep your scalp clean.

Deepa Joshi Deepa Joshi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hormonal birth control like Nexplanon can trigger hair loss, but make sure it's not a thyroid issue. I faced the same and thought it was just my implant, but my TSH levels were actually way off. Please get a full blood panel done.

Preeti Saxena Preeti Saxena Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Hormones can definitely affect hair, just like insulin changes do. I make sure to eat lots of protein and green veggies to support my hair while managing my sugars. Watch your diet closely, it makes a huge difference.

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Arunima Das Arunima Das Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Hair loss can be a side effect of Nexplanon due to progesterone changes. It is better to visit your gynecologist and rule out any other hormonal imbalance. Don't wait till you lose too much hair.

Ananya Misra Ananya Misra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I am thinking of getting Nexplanon but I am very scared of hair loss because my hair is already very thin. Does the hair fall start immediately after getting it inserted? If anyone can guide me, please.

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Riya Sawant Riya Sawant Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I actually got Nexplanon last year and my hair started thinning like crazy, yaar. It is a known side effect for some people because of the hormones. I’m thinking of getting it removed if it doesn't stop soon.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Beta, these modern hormonal treatments do disturb the body’s natural balance. Drink amla juice in the morning and massage your hair with coconut oil. If the hair fall is too heavy, go back to the lady doctor.

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