Contraceptive methods, Ways to prevent "accidents"

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Contraceptive Pill
What is it (What) - a synthetic hormone that is available in many forms to suit every woman.
How it works (How) -

• prevents ovulation
• Thickens the cervical mucus
• Acts as an obstruction to sperm

How to use (Use) -

• Take 1 pill a day for 21 consecutive days
• Start on the 5th day of menstruation
• Stop for 7 days
• Repeat

Effectiveness (Eff) - Highly effective (99%) if taken according to directions
Benefits -

• Effective
• Safe
• Can be tolerated by most woman

Injection
What - A synthetic hormone that is available in many forms to suit every woman.
How -

• prevents ovulation
• Thickens the cervical mucus
• Acts as an obstruction to sperm

Use - An injection is given every 2 - 3 months
Eff - Almost 100%
Benefits -

• Highly Effective
• Safe
• Easy to administer
• Provides long-term effectiveness

Implant
What - A synthetic hormone that is available in many forms to suit every woman.
How -

• prevents ovulation
• Thickens the cervical mucus
• Acts as an obstruction to sperm

Use - Hormone capsule is implanted under the skin of a woman's arm
Eff - Almost 100%
Benefits -

• Highly Effective
• Safe
• Easy to administer
• Provides long-term effectiveness

Intra-Uterine Device (IUD)
What - A small device that is inserted into the womb (uterus)
How -

• Prevents fertilization
• Prevents implantation

Use -

• Inserted by a trained health personnel
• Women must feel the IUD thread

Eff - Effective (97-98%)
Benefits -

• Safe to use
• Remains effective for 3-10 yrs depending on the types of IUD

Condom
What - A type of covering made from soft rubber and used to cover the penis before intercourse
How - Prevents sperm from entering the womb (uterus)
Use -

• Put on an erect penis
• Remove with the penis after ejaculation from the vagina
• Use with clean hands

Eff -

• Effective (75%)
• More effective if used together with spermicide

Benefits -

• Easy to use
• Prevents STI including HIV/AIDS

Diaphragm
What - A cup shaped flexible device made of rubber
How -

• Closes the opening of the womb (uterus)
• Prevents sperm from entering the womb

Use -

• Needs an examination of the pelvis by a trained health personnel to determine size
• Inserted by the user
• Device must be washed with soap and water after use

Eff -

• Not very effective
• Effective if used together with spermicide

Benefits - Resuable

Spermicide
What - A chemical substance that makes the sperm weak and inactive. Can be obtained in the form of vaginal soap, gel, cream, tablet and aerosol
How - Weakens sperm activity
Use - Apply into vagina before every intercourse
Eff -

• Not very effective (70%)
• More effective if used together with condoms/diaphragm

Benefits - Easy to use

Rhythm / Safe Period
What - Avoid intercouse during fetile period
How - Prevents the fertilization of the egg by the sperm
Use - Women determine the fetile period by keeping a record of their menstruation cycle
Eff -

• Not very effective
• Depends on the regularity of the menstruation cycle

Benefits - Suitable for women who cannot use any other methods

Vasectomy (male) / Ligature (female)
What - A surgical procedure. Blocks the fallopian tubes in women and the spermatic passage in men
How - Prevents the fertilization of the egg by the sperm
Use -

• Minor surgery
• Does not affect health or sexual relationship

Eff - Very effective
Benefits - Increase sexual satisfaction
Bad points - Irrevesible