I have an appointment to get my nexplanon reinserted sometime in April and I'm nervous.

I've gained weight due to covid and the last time I went into this office near this weight the doctor did not want to place it. He said I'd be much happier if I lost weight and he said nexplanon would not be as effective.

I'm worried that I'll have to deal with this. There are no solid studies about it being ineffective in fat people. I'm seeing more studies showing they need to study birth control and overweight people more before making a decision.

So I'm nervous. This is the only BC that works for me and it's what I want. If it happens to be less effective my husband and I are willing to take that risk

How do I deal with this and advocate for myself and my medical needs?