4.5.3.4 contraception Flashcards
State the 7 methods to contraception
Hormone based contraception - The pill -
Chemical methods - copper coil -
Condom
Diaphragm
Intrauterine device
Abstinence
Surgical methods
How does ‘the pill’ work?
Mix of oestrogen and progesterones, the pill inhabits FSH.
State an advantage to ‘the pill’
99% of not becoming pregnant
State disadvantages to ‘the pill’
Has side effects like nausea and it has to be taken daily, could result in an unexpected pregnancy.
How does chemical methods work in contraception?
Spermicides kill sperm
State advantages to chemical methods - contraception
Affordable,
Easy to use,
Non-hormonal
State disadvantages to chemical methods - contraception
Has to be used correctly,
Has to be reapplied every time of intercourse
How do condoms work?
Physical barrier used in intercourse - thin latex
State advantages to condoms
Protect against STI’s and STD’s
Effective
State disadvantages to condoms
May sometimes break
Needs lubrication
How does a diaphragm work?
A diaphragm or cap is a barrier method of contraception. It fits inside your vagina and prevents sperm passing through the cervix.
State advantages to using a diaphragm.
No side effects, non hormonal
State disadvantages to using a diaphragm.
Not very reliable, may not prevent the entry of sperm if placed incorrectly.
How is an intrauterine device used?
a contraceptive device fitted inside the uterus and physically preventing the implantation of fertilized ova
State an advantage of using an intrauterine device
It is very effective as they last for 3-10 years- It contains progesterone which is slowly released to prevent uterus lining buildup
State disadvantages to using an intrauterine device
May cause infection
State how the contraceptive method abstinence works
People are not having sex or abstain around ovulation
State an advantage to abstinence - contraception
No side effects
State disadvantages to abstinence - contraception
Not very reliable, can risk an unexpected pregnancy
How do surgical methods work in contraception?
Cutting off the ovary pathways or teste ducts.
State advantages to surgical methods - contraception.
Very effective, slim chance of pregnancy
State disadvantages of surgical methods - contraception.
Permanent and there is no going back
What is spermicide
A substance that kills sperm
What is the mini pill?
Contains progesterone but not oestrogen
What is the combined pill?
Contains both progesterone and oestrogen
What is an implant in contraception?
Stops the release of an egg from the ovary by slowly releasing progesterone into the body
What is the role of fallopian tubes in the vagina?
The egg travels to the uterus here where it may be fertilised
What is the role of the ovaries
Eggs mature in these
What is the role of the uterus?
This is where the fétus develops
What is the cervix?
Entrance to the uterus
What is the role of the vagina?
Receives sperm
What’s the role of testes
Sperm production
What is the role of the sperm duct?
Carries sperm to urethra
What is the role of the scrotum
Keeps the testes outside of the body for maximum sperm production
What is the role of the prostrate
produce the fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.
