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Emergency contraception (EC) is used when a woman’s normal contraceptive fails due to missed or late method use, concurrent use of enzyme-inducing drugs, acute diarrhoea, or unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI). There are three emergency contraception options: Cu-IUD, Levonorgestrel (LNG), and Ulipristal acetate (UPA). Choosing emergency contraception relies on: Chance of Pregnancy Sperm can exist in … Read more
Natural family planning (NFP) or fertility awareness methods (FAMs) determine when a woman is fertile to avoid penetrative sex during that time. Mostly, women who use NFP employ three markers: Methods include While several fertility markers are used in some techniques, others use one. The fertile period is set by when ovulation occurs. Even though … Read more
Some sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be prevented and contraception made easier with barrier methods. Cervical caps, diaphragms and condoms (both male and female) are barrier techniques. They are available in latex, nitrile, silicone, and polyurethane among other materials. Barrier methods are user-dependent; thus, fertility rates and usage determine how effective they are. Known by … Read more
History Safe and very successful is intrauterine contraception. With few exceptions, women of different ages and parities can use the LARC procedure. There are two categories of intrauterine devices: Although framed devices are more common, unframed ones are also offered. Cu-IUD Worldwide availability of several devices is shown in Figure: Typically, a T-shaped plastic frame … Read more
Background Information Although they are less common birth control than COCs (combined oral contraceptives), progestogen-only pills (POPs) have a strong safety profile and might be a very useful option for women for whom COCs (oestrogen-containing pills) are either not tolerated or contraindicative. Some call them the “mini-pill.” Progestogen only pills are taken at the same … Read more