
Contraception Types
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Navigating Contraception: A Comprehensive Guide by Nikita Studios
1. Barrier Methods
Male Condoms: A classic choice, male condoms provide a protective barrier preventing sperm from reaching the egg.
Female Condoms: Offering flexibility, female condoms are pouches inserted intontraceo the vagina to provide a reliable barrier.
2. Hormonal Methods
Birth Control Pills: Convenient and widely used, oral contraceptives containing hormones prevent ovulation and provide effective pregnancy prevention.
Contraceptive Patch: Worn on the skin, the patch releases hormones to prevent pregnancy. It's discreet and easy to use.
Vaginal Ring: A flexible ring inserted into the vagina releases hormones, offering a hassle-free alternative to daily pills.
3. Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs)
Intrauterine Devices (IUDs):
- Copper IUD: Non-hormonal, prevents sperm from reaching the egg and alters the uterine lining.
- Hormonal IUD: Releases progestin to prevent ovulation and thicken cervical mucus.
Contraceptive Implants: Small rods placed under the skin, releasing hormones to prevent ovulation.