Medical Eligibility Criteria for Implants
Ask the client the questions below about known medical conditions. Examinations and tests are not necessary. If she answers "no" to all of the questions, then she can have implants inserted if she wants. If she answers "yes" to a question, follow the instructions. In some cases she can still start using implants. |
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1. Do you have severe cirrhosis of the liver or a severe liver tumor?
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2. Do you have a serious problem now with a blood clot in your leg or lungs?
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3. Do you have vaginal bleeding that is unusual for you?
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4. Do you have or have you ever had breast cancer?
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Also, women should not use implants if they report having lupus with positive (or unknown) antiphospholipid antibodies and are not on immunosuppressive treatment. For complete classifications, see Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use. Be sure to explain the health benefits and risks and the side effects of the method that the client will use. Also, point out any conditions that would make the method inadvisable, when relevant to the client. |