I Tried the Birth Control Implant — Here's Why I Ultimately Had It Removed

I knew irregular bleeding was a common side effect of the implant, but I wasn't prepared for it to last as long as it did. I spent so much money on tampons and constantly worried that I'd bleed through my pants. The doctor had reassured me that it would eventually stop, but when six months passed without any change, I knew I couldn't wait any longer.