CONTRACEPTION
PHCP 304
Samirah Abdu-Aguye
INTRODUCTION
• Synonymous with ?
• Contraception allows people who are sexually active either to prevent
pregnancy or to attain their desired number of children and
determine the timing of pregnancies.
• Promoting the use of contraception – and ensuring access to
preferred contraceptive methods for women and couples – is
essential to ensuring the well-being & independence of women, while
supporting the health and development of communities.
• It is achieved through use of various methods
Worldwide Demographics
• An estimated 214 million women in developing countries would like to delay or stop
childbearing but are not using any method of contraception.
• Most of these women live in 69 of the poorest countries on earth
• Contraceptive use has increased in many parts of the world, especially in Asia and
Latin America, but continues to be low in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Globally, use of modern contraception has risen slightly, from 54% in 1990 to 57.4%
in 2015.
Nigerian Demographics
Nigeria has
• The 4th
highest maternal mortality rate in the world (out of 181
countries).
• The 8th
highest infant mortality rate (out of 188 countries)
• 7th
highest female fertility rate (approximately 5.2 kids/woman).
• A low current contraceptive prevalence rate of around 18%, with
almost 25% of married women reporting an unmet need for
contraception
Benefits / Advantages
1. Preventing pregnancy-related health risks in women
A woman’s ability to choose if and when to become pregnant has a direct
impact on her health and physical well-being.
• Using contraception allows spacing of pregnancies and gives women
the freedom to choose the number of children they want to have.
• It can also help to delay pregnancies in both very young & older women
at increased risk of health problems and death from childbearing.
• It also prevents unintended pregnancies, thereby reducing deaths
from unsafe abortions
2. Reducing infant mortality
• Contraceptive use can prevent closely spaced and poorly timed
pregnancies and births, which contribute to some of the world’s
highest infant mortality rates.
• Infants of mothers who die as a result of giving birth also have a
greater risk of death and poor health.
3. Helping to prevent HIV/AIDS and some other STI’s
• Use of contraception reduces the risk of unintended pregnancies
among women living with HIV, resulting in fewer infected babies and
orphans.
• In addition, male and female condoms provide dual protection against
unintended pregnancies and against STIs including HIV.
4. Empowering people and enhancing education
• Using contraception enables people to make informed choices about
their sexual and reproductive health.
• Family planning represents an opportunity for women to pursue
additional education and participate in public life, including having
paid employment outside the home.
• Additionally, having smaller families allows parents to invest more in
each child.
5. Reducing adolescent pregnancies
• Pregnant adolescents are more likely to have preterm or low birth-
weight babies,
• Many adolescent girls who become pregnant have to leave school.
This has long-term implications for them as individuals, their families
and communities.
6. Slowing population growth
• Contraceptive use is essential to slowing unsustainable population
growth and the resulting negative impacts on the economy,
environment, and national development efforts.
Barriers to Contraceptive Use
Common reasons why women do not use contraceptives include
1. Logistical problems, such as difficulty getting to health facilities or
supplies running out at health clinics.
2. Social barriers, such as opposition by partners, families or
communities.
3. Lack of knowledge also plays a role, with many women not
understanding that they are able to become pregnant, not knowing
what contraceptive methods are available, or having incorrect
perceptions about the health risks of modern methods.
4. Limited choice of methods;
5. Limited access to contraception, particularly among young people,
poorer segments of populations, or unmarried people;
6. Fear or experience of side-effects
7. poor quality of available services;
Contraceptive Methods
• Contraceptive methods can be classified in different ways.
• For the purposes of this lecture, we will classify contraceptives into 2
groups: Hormonal and Non-Hormonal
Hormonal Methods
Hormonal Contraception
• Hormonal contraceptives contain either a synthetic progestin alone,
or synthetic estrogen and progestin in combination.
• Progestins thicken cervical mucus, thereby stopping sperm from
reaching the ovaries. While the estrogen/ progestin combination acts
by the same mechanism and also inhibits ovulation and thickening of
the endometrial lining
• Types of hormonal contraceptives include injectables, implants, rings,
pills and IUD’s
Combined oral
contraceptives (COCs)
or “the pill”
• Contains two hormones (estrogen
and progestogen)
• Prevents the release of eggs from the
ovaries (ovulation)
• >99% efficacy with correct and
consistent use
• Reduces risk of endometrial and
ovarian cancer
• WHO recommends that they be used
from 6 months after delivery
• Best started on the first day of a
woman's cycle (1st
day of her period
or before her period ends)
• There are different types of combined hormonal contraceptive pills
and they can be used for other purposes other than just
contraception.
• Monophasic pills all contain the same balance of hormones. With bi
or tri phasic pills, two or three different types of pills are taken each
month, each with a different balance of hormones.
• Combined pills can come as "21-day pills." or “everyday/ 28- day pills”.
Newer formulations can also come as 24 day pills, and 84 day pills
Progestogen-only pills
(POPs) or "the
minipill"
• Contains only progestogen
hormones, not estrogen
• Thickens cervical mucous to block
sperm and egg from meeting and
prevents ovulation
• 99% efficacy with correct and
consistent use
• Can be started at any time and
used while breastfeeding;
• Must be taken at the same time
each day
Implants/Implanon
• Small, flexible rods or capsules
placed under the skin of the
upper arm
• contains progestogen hormones
only
• Thickens cervical mucous to
block sperm and egg from
meeting and prevents ovulation
• >99% effectiveness
• A Health-care provider must
insert and remove; can be used
for 3–5 years depending on
implant; irregular vaginal
bleeding common but not
Progestogen only
injectables/
• E.g. DMPA
• Injected into the muscle
every 2 or 3 months,
depending on product
• >99% effectiveness with
correct and consistent use
• Delayed return to fertility
(about 1–4 months on the
average) after use;
• Weight gain & irregular
vaginal bleeding are
common side effects
Monthly injectables or
combined injectable
contraceptives (CIC)
• Injected monthly into the
muscle,
• contains estrogens and
progestogens
• >99% efficacy with correct and
consistent use
Combined Vaginal ring
(CVR)
• The vaginal ring is a small,
flexible ring a woman inserts into
her vagina once a month to
prevent pregnancy.
• It is left in place for three weeks
and taken out for the remaining
week each month.
• Two types of vaginal rings are
currently available, NuvaRing and
Annovera.
Combined
contraceptive patch
• Transdermal patch applied to the
skin that continuously releases
the 2 hormones
• Comes in Packs of 3, one patch
per week
• The patch and the CVR are
relatively new and research on
their effectiveness is limited.
• However, a few studies report
that the patch may be more
effective than the COCs
Intrauterine device
(IUD) levonorgestrel
• A T-shaped plastic device inserted into
the uterus that steadily releases small
amounts of levonorgestrel (a Progestin)
each day
• Can last for 5-7 Years
• Also suppresses the growth of the lining
of uterus (endometrium)
• >99% effectiveness if properly used
• Decreases amount of blood lost with
menstruation over time; Reduces
menstrual cramps and symptoms of
endometriosis; and can cause
amenorrhea (no menstrual bleeding) in
a group of users
Common Side Effects of Hormonal
Contraception
• Intermenstrual spotting
• Nausea
• Breast tenderness
• Headaches and migraine
• Weight gain
• Mood changes (Increased risk of developing depression)
• Missed periods
• Decreased libido
• Changes to vaginal discharge
• Changes to eyesight for those using contact lenses
• Acne
Contraindications
Combined Oral
• Pregnancy,
• Obesity
• Smokers over the age of 35 years, or anyone who
stopped smoking within the last year and is over 35
years old
• Taking certain medications (Anti TB, HIV or
antiepileptics)
• Previous personal/ family history of thrombosis,
stroke, heart problems or diabetes with complications
• Women who have severe migraines, especially with
aura
• Previous history of breast cancer or disease of the
liver or gallbladder
Progestin only
• Previous/current breast cancer and/ liver disease
• Unexplained uterine bleeding
• Taking medications for tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS or
some antiepileptics
Long term Risks
• Cardiovascular Problems: Combination pills can slightly increase the
risk of cardiovascular (CV) side effects, such as heart attack, stroke,
and blood clots. These can all be fatal. Patients with uncontrolled High
blood pressure and personal or family histories of CV disease should
avoid them.
• Cancers: Decreased rates of ovarian and endometrial cancers, but
slightly increased rates of breast, cervical and benign liver tumors
• Depo-Provera (Injectable progestin) has also been linked to a loss of
bone mineral density, increasing the risk for osteoporosis and bone
fracture in later life.
Non Hormonal Methods
Copper Containing
Intrauterine
Device(IUD)
• Small flexible plastic device
containing copper sleeves or wire
that is inserted into the uterus
• Copper component damages
sperm and prevents it from
meeting the egg
• Can last for 3-12 years depending
on the type
• >99% effective if used properly
• Longer and heavier periods
during first months of use are
common but not harmful. The
device can also be used as
emergency contraception
Male condoms
• Sheaths or coverings that fit over
a man's erect penis
• Forms a barrier to prevent sperm
and egg from meeting
• 98% effectiveness with correct
and consistent use
• Also protects against sexually
transmitted infections, including
HIV
Female condoms
• Sheaths, or linings, that fit
loosely inside a woman's vagina,
made of thin, transparent, soft
plastic film
• Forms a barrier to prevent sperm
and egg from meeting
• 90% effective with correct and
consistent use
• Also protects against sexually
transmitted infections, including
HIV
• Often used together with a
spermicide, should not be used
at the same time as a condom
Two-day / Billings
Method
• Women track their fertile periods by
observing presence of cervical
mucus (of any type, color or
consistency)
• Prevents pregnancy by avoiding
unprotected vaginal sex during most
fertile days,
• 96% effective with correct and
consistent use.
• Difficult to use if a woman has a
vaginal infection or another
condition that changes cervical
mucus.
• Unprotected coitus may be resumed
after 2 consecutive dry days (or
without secretions)
Basal Body
Temperature (BBT)
Method
• The Woman takes her body
temperature at the same time each
morning before getting out of bed
observing for an increase of 0.2 to
0.5 degrees C.
• Prevents pregnancy by avoiding
unprotected vaginal sex during fertile
days
• 99% effective with correct and
consistent use.
• If the BBT has risen and has stayed
higher for 3 full days, ovulation has
occurred and the fertile period has
passed. Sex can resume on the 4th
day until her next monthly bleeding.
Sympto-thermal
Method
• Women track their fertile periods by
observing changes in the cervical
mucus (clear texture) , body
temperature (slight increase) and
consistency of the cervix (softening).
• Prevents pregnancy by avoiding
unprotected vaginal sex during most
fertile
• 98% effective with correct and
consistent use.
• May have to be used with caution
after an abortion, around menarche
or menopause, and in conditions
which may increase body
temperature.
Male sterilization
(vasectomy)
• Blocks or cuts the vas deferens
tubes that carry sperm from the
testicles
• Keeps sperm out of ejaculated
semen
• Used to be permanent, but can
now be reversed
• >99% effective after 3 months
• 3 months delay in taking effect
while stored sperm is still present;
does not affect male sexual
performance.
Female sterilization
(tubal ligation)
• Involves blocking or cutting the
fallopian tubes
• Eggs are blocked from meeting
sperm
• >99% effective
• Can be permanent or reversible,
depending on the method used
• Voluntary and informed choice is
essential
Lactational
amenorrhea method
(LAM)
• A temporary family planning
method based on the natural
effect of breastfeeding on fertility
• requires exclusive or full
breastfeeding day and night of an
infant less than 6 months old
• Prevents the release of eggs from
the ovaries (ovulation)
• 99% effective with correct and
consistent use
Emergency
contraception
• Also known as post coital
contraception
• Popular types include Levonorgestrel
(postinor) and Ullipristal acetate
(ella-one)
• These Progestin-only pills are taken
to prevent pregnancy up to 5 days
after unprotected sex
• Prevents ovulation
• If 100 women used progestin-only
emergency contraception, one would
likely become pregnant.
• Does not disrupt an already existing
pregnancy
• Copper IUDs can also be used
Standard Days Method
or SDM
• Women track their fertile periods
(usually days 8 to 19 of each 26 to 32
day cycle) using cycle beads or other
aids
• Prevents pregnancy by avoiding
unprotected vaginal sex during most
fertile days.
• 95% effective with consistent and
correct use.
• Can be used to identify fertile days
by both women who want to
become pregnant and women who
want to avoid pregnancy.
• Correct, consistent use requires
partner cooperation.
Calendar method or
rhythm method
• Women monitor their pattern of
menstrual cycle over 6 months,
• Subtract 18 from shortest cycle
length (estimated 1st fertile day) and
subtracts 11 from longest cycle
length (estimated last fertile day)
• The couple prevents pregnancy by
avoiding unprotected vaginal sex
during the 1st and last estimated
fertile days, or using a condom.
• 91% effective with correct and
consistent use.
• May need to delay or use with
caution when using drugs (such as
anxiolytics, antidepressants, NSAIDS,
Withdrawal (coitus
interruptus)
• Man withdraws his penis from his
partner's vagina, and ejaculates
outside the vagina, keeping semen
away from her external genitalia
• Tries to keep sperm out of the
woman's body, preventing
fertilization
• 96% effective with correct and
consistent use
• One of the least effective methods,
because proper timing of withdrawal
is often difficult to determine,
leading to the risk of ejaculating
while inside the vagina. Pre-ejaculate
is also a problem
Essure® (Permanent
Contraception)
• Approved by the FDA in 2002
• Permanent method of contraception
• During the insertion procedure, a soft,
flexible insert is placed in each fallopian
tube. Over the next three months, a
barrier (scar tissue) will form around the
inserts, totally blocking the tubes.
• Needs another form of contraception to
prevent pregnancy before the process is
complete .
• Does not require surgery or anesthesia
• Long term risks include pain and ectopic
pregnancies
Male Contraception
Use of contraception by men makes up a relatively small subset of the above
prevalence rates. The modern contraceptive methods for men are limited to
male condoms, coitus interruptus and sterilization (vasectomy).
However, research is currently been carried out on three promising methods for
men. These include
a. A daily gel that stops sperm production (Contains testosterone and a
progestin)
b. A male birth control pill — dimethandrolone undecanoate
c. A nonsurgical vasectomy called RISUG/ Adam, which stands for reversible
inhibition of sperm under guidance. (Soon to be launched in India, has data
for preventing pregnancies for up to 13 years)
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1. Austin A. Unmet contraceptive need among married Nigerian women: an
examination of trends and drivers. Contraception. 2015;91(1):31-38.
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    INTRODUCTION • Synonymous with? • Contraception allows people who are sexually active either to prevent pregnancy or to attain their desired number of children and determine the timing of pregnancies. • Promoting the use of contraception – and ensuring access to preferred contraceptive methods for women and couples – is essential to ensuring the well-being & independence of women, while supporting the health and development of communities. • It is achieved through use of various methods
  • 3.
    Worldwide Demographics • Anestimated 214 million women in developing countries would like to delay or stop childbearing but are not using any method of contraception. • Most of these women live in 69 of the poorest countries on earth • Contraceptive use has increased in many parts of the world, especially in Asia and Latin America, but continues to be low in sub-Saharan Africa. • Globally, use of modern contraception has risen slightly, from 54% in 1990 to 57.4% in 2015.
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    Nigerian Demographics Nigeria has •The 4th highest maternal mortality rate in the world (out of 181 countries). • The 8th highest infant mortality rate (out of 188 countries) • 7th highest female fertility rate (approximately 5.2 kids/woman). • A low current contraceptive prevalence rate of around 18%, with almost 25% of married women reporting an unmet need for contraception
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    Benefits / Advantages 1.Preventing pregnancy-related health risks in women A woman’s ability to choose if and when to become pregnant has a direct impact on her health and physical well-being. • Using contraception allows spacing of pregnancies and gives women the freedom to choose the number of children they want to have. • It can also help to delay pregnancies in both very young & older women at increased risk of health problems and death from childbearing. • It also prevents unintended pregnancies, thereby reducing deaths from unsafe abortions
  • 6.
    2. Reducing infantmortality • Contraceptive use can prevent closely spaced and poorly timed pregnancies and births, which contribute to some of the world’s highest infant mortality rates. • Infants of mothers who die as a result of giving birth also have a greater risk of death and poor health.
  • 7.
    3. Helping toprevent HIV/AIDS and some other STI’s • Use of contraception reduces the risk of unintended pregnancies among women living with HIV, resulting in fewer infected babies and orphans. • In addition, male and female condoms provide dual protection against unintended pregnancies and against STIs including HIV.
  • 8.
    4. Empowering peopleand enhancing education • Using contraception enables people to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health. • Family planning represents an opportunity for women to pursue additional education and participate in public life, including having paid employment outside the home. • Additionally, having smaller families allows parents to invest more in each child.
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    5. Reducing adolescentpregnancies • Pregnant adolescents are more likely to have preterm or low birth- weight babies, • Many adolescent girls who become pregnant have to leave school. This has long-term implications for them as individuals, their families and communities.
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    6. Slowing populationgrowth • Contraceptive use is essential to slowing unsustainable population growth and the resulting negative impacts on the economy, environment, and national development efforts.
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    Barriers to ContraceptiveUse Common reasons why women do not use contraceptives include 1. Logistical problems, such as difficulty getting to health facilities or supplies running out at health clinics. 2. Social barriers, such as opposition by partners, families or communities. 3. Lack of knowledge also plays a role, with many women not understanding that they are able to become pregnant, not knowing what contraceptive methods are available, or having incorrect perceptions about the health risks of modern methods.
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    4. Limited choiceof methods; 5. Limited access to contraception, particularly among young people, poorer segments of populations, or unmarried people; 6. Fear or experience of side-effects 7. poor quality of available services;
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    Contraceptive Methods • Contraceptivemethods can be classified in different ways. • For the purposes of this lecture, we will classify contraceptives into 2 groups: Hormonal and Non-Hormonal
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    Hormonal Contraception • Hormonalcontraceptives contain either a synthetic progestin alone, or synthetic estrogen and progestin in combination. • Progestins thicken cervical mucus, thereby stopping sperm from reaching the ovaries. While the estrogen/ progestin combination acts by the same mechanism and also inhibits ovulation and thickening of the endometrial lining • Types of hormonal contraceptives include injectables, implants, rings, pills and IUD’s
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    Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) or“the pill” • Contains two hormones (estrogen and progestogen) • Prevents the release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation) • >99% efficacy with correct and consistent use • Reduces risk of endometrial and ovarian cancer • WHO recommends that they be used from 6 months after delivery • Best started on the first day of a woman's cycle (1st day of her period or before her period ends)
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    • There aredifferent types of combined hormonal contraceptive pills and they can be used for other purposes other than just contraception. • Monophasic pills all contain the same balance of hormones. With bi or tri phasic pills, two or three different types of pills are taken each month, each with a different balance of hormones. • Combined pills can come as "21-day pills." or “everyday/ 28- day pills”. Newer formulations can also come as 24 day pills, and 84 day pills
  • 19.
    Progestogen-only pills (POPs) or"the minipill" • Contains only progestogen hormones, not estrogen • Thickens cervical mucous to block sperm and egg from meeting and prevents ovulation • 99% efficacy with correct and consistent use • Can be started at any time and used while breastfeeding; • Must be taken at the same time each day
  • 20.
    Implants/Implanon • Small, flexiblerods or capsules placed under the skin of the upper arm • contains progestogen hormones only • Thickens cervical mucous to block sperm and egg from meeting and prevents ovulation • >99% effectiveness • A Health-care provider must insert and remove; can be used for 3–5 years depending on implant; irregular vaginal bleeding common but not
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    Progestogen only injectables/ • E.g.DMPA • Injected into the muscle every 2 or 3 months, depending on product • >99% effectiveness with correct and consistent use • Delayed return to fertility (about 1–4 months on the average) after use; • Weight gain & irregular vaginal bleeding are common side effects
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    Monthly injectables or combinedinjectable contraceptives (CIC) • Injected monthly into the muscle, • contains estrogens and progestogens • >99% efficacy with correct and consistent use
  • 23.
    Combined Vaginal ring (CVR) •The vaginal ring is a small, flexible ring a woman inserts into her vagina once a month to prevent pregnancy. • It is left in place for three weeks and taken out for the remaining week each month. • Two types of vaginal rings are currently available, NuvaRing and Annovera.
  • 24.
    Combined contraceptive patch • Transdermalpatch applied to the skin that continuously releases the 2 hormones • Comes in Packs of 3, one patch per week • The patch and the CVR are relatively new and research on their effectiveness is limited. • However, a few studies report that the patch may be more effective than the COCs
  • 25.
    Intrauterine device (IUD) levonorgestrel •A T-shaped plastic device inserted into the uterus that steadily releases small amounts of levonorgestrel (a Progestin) each day • Can last for 5-7 Years • Also suppresses the growth of the lining of uterus (endometrium) • >99% effectiveness if properly used • Decreases amount of blood lost with menstruation over time; Reduces menstrual cramps and symptoms of endometriosis; and can cause amenorrhea (no menstrual bleeding) in a group of users
  • 26.
    Common Side Effectsof Hormonal Contraception • Intermenstrual spotting • Nausea • Breast tenderness • Headaches and migraine • Weight gain • Mood changes (Increased risk of developing depression) • Missed periods • Decreased libido • Changes to vaginal discharge • Changes to eyesight for those using contact lenses • Acne
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    Contraindications Combined Oral • Pregnancy, •Obesity • Smokers over the age of 35 years, or anyone who stopped smoking within the last year and is over 35 years old • Taking certain medications (Anti TB, HIV or antiepileptics) • Previous personal/ family history of thrombosis, stroke, heart problems or diabetes with complications • Women who have severe migraines, especially with aura • Previous history of breast cancer or disease of the liver or gallbladder Progestin only • Previous/current breast cancer and/ liver disease • Unexplained uterine bleeding • Taking medications for tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS or some antiepileptics
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    Long term Risks •Cardiovascular Problems: Combination pills can slightly increase the risk of cardiovascular (CV) side effects, such as heart attack, stroke, and blood clots. These can all be fatal. Patients with uncontrolled High blood pressure and personal or family histories of CV disease should avoid them. • Cancers: Decreased rates of ovarian and endometrial cancers, but slightly increased rates of breast, cervical and benign liver tumors • Depo-Provera (Injectable progestin) has also been linked to a loss of bone mineral density, increasing the risk for osteoporosis and bone fracture in later life.
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    Copper Containing Intrauterine Device(IUD) • Smallflexible plastic device containing copper sleeves or wire that is inserted into the uterus • Copper component damages sperm and prevents it from meeting the egg • Can last for 3-12 years depending on the type • >99% effective if used properly • Longer and heavier periods during first months of use are common but not harmful. The device can also be used as emergency contraception
  • 31.
    Male condoms • Sheathsor coverings that fit over a man's erect penis • Forms a barrier to prevent sperm and egg from meeting • 98% effectiveness with correct and consistent use • Also protects against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV
  • 32.
    Female condoms • Sheaths,or linings, that fit loosely inside a woman's vagina, made of thin, transparent, soft plastic film • Forms a barrier to prevent sperm and egg from meeting • 90% effective with correct and consistent use • Also protects against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV • Often used together with a spermicide, should not be used at the same time as a condom
  • 33.
    Two-day / Billings Method •Women track their fertile periods by observing presence of cervical mucus (of any type, color or consistency) • Prevents pregnancy by avoiding unprotected vaginal sex during most fertile days, • 96% effective with correct and consistent use. • Difficult to use if a woman has a vaginal infection or another condition that changes cervical mucus. • Unprotected coitus may be resumed after 2 consecutive dry days (or without secretions)
  • 34.
    Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Method •The Woman takes her body temperature at the same time each morning before getting out of bed observing for an increase of 0.2 to 0.5 degrees C. • Prevents pregnancy by avoiding unprotected vaginal sex during fertile days • 99% effective with correct and consistent use. • If the BBT has risen and has stayed higher for 3 full days, ovulation has occurred and the fertile period has passed. Sex can resume on the 4th day until her next monthly bleeding.
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    Sympto-thermal Method • Women tracktheir fertile periods by observing changes in the cervical mucus (clear texture) , body temperature (slight increase) and consistency of the cervix (softening). • Prevents pregnancy by avoiding unprotected vaginal sex during most fertile • 98% effective with correct and consistent use. • May have to be used with caution after an abortion, around menarche or menopause, and in conditions which may increase body temperature.
  • 37.
    Male sterilization (vasectomy) • Blocksor cuts the vas deferens tubes that carry sperm from the testicles • Keeps sperm out of ejaculated semen • Used to be permanent, but can now be reversed • >99% effective after 3 months • 3 months delay in taking effect while stored sperm is still present; does not affect male sexual performance.
  • 38.
    Female sterilization (tubal ligation) •Involves blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes • Eggs are blocked from meeting sperm • >99% effective • Can be permanent or reversible, depending on the method used • Voluntary and informed choice is essential
  • 39.
    Lactational amenorrhea method (LAM) • Atemporary family planning method based on the natural effect of breastfeeding on fertility • requires exclusive or full breastfeeding day and night of an infant less than 6 months old • Prevents the release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation) • 99% effective with correct and consistent use
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    Emergency contraception • Also knownas post coital contraception • Popular types include Levonorgestrel (postinor) and Ullipristal acetate (ella-one) • These Progestin-only pills are taken to prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex • Prevents ovulation • If 100 women used progestin-only emergency contraception, one would likely become pregnant. • Does not disrupt an already existing pregnancy • Copper IUDs can also be used
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    Standard Days Method orSDM • Women track their fertile periods (usually days 8 to 19 of each 26 to 32 day cycle) using cycle beads or other aids • Prevents pregnancy by avoiding unprotected vaginal sex during most fertile days. • 95% effective with consistent and correct use. • Can be used to identify fertile days by both women who want to become pregnant and women who want to avoid pregnancy. • Correct, consistent use requires partner cooperation.
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    Calendar method or rhythmmethod • Women monitor their pattern of menstrual cycle over 6 months, • Subtract 18 from shortest cycle length (estimated 1st fertile day) and subtracts 11 from longest cycle length (estimated last fertile day) • The couple prevents pregnancy by avoiding unprotected vaginal sex during the 1st and last estimated fertile days, or using a condom. • 91% effective with correct and consistent use. • May need to delay or use with caution when using drugs (such as anxiolytics, antidepressants, NSAIDS,
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    Withdrawal (coitus interruptus) • Manwithdraws his penis from his partner's vagina, and ejaculates outside the vagina, keeping semen away from her external genitalia • Tries to keep sperm out of the woman's body, preventing fertilization • 96% effective with correct and consistent use • One of the least effective methods, because proper timing of withdrawal is often difficult to determine, leading to the risk of ejaculating while inside the vagina. Pre-ejaculate is also a problem
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    Essure® (Permanent Contraception) • Approvedby the FDA in 2002 • Permanent method of contraception • During the insertion procedure, a soft, flexible insert is placed in each fallopian tube. Over the next three months, a barrier (scar tissue) will form around the inserts, totally blocking the tubes. • Needs another form of contraception to prevent pregnancy before the process is complete . • Does not require surgery or anesthesia • Long term risks include pain and ectopic pregnancies
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    Male Contraception Use ofcontraception by men makes up a relatively small subset of the above prevalence rates. The modern contraceptive methods for men are limited to male condoms, coitus interruptus and sterilization (vasectomy). However, research is currently been carried out on three promising methods for men. These include a. A daily gel that stops sperm production (Contains testosterone and a progestin) b. A male birth control pill — dimethandrolone undecanoate c. A nonsurgical vasectomy called RISUG/ Adam, which stands for reversible inhibition of sperm under guidance. (Soon to be launched in India, has data for preventing pregnancies for up to 13 years)
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