I've had the implant in for a little over a year (6 weeks after my 3rd child was born), and it was the worst decision ever made. Doctor's said it was safe and all so I had it done. I've lost over 25 lbs., my period is 3 weeks long every single month ( so no it does not lighten or stop periods!!!), and it feels like I'm constantly under nourished (light headed and dizziness daily). I finally got medical coverage to has this thing removed and I cannot wait. If there is going to to be a lawsuit I want my story in there too, I still don't know what other damage it could've caused.