Contraception

Question 1

List some methods of contraception that require ongoing action by the individual, and others that prevent contraception by default.

Answer 1

REQUIRE ONGOING ACTION BY THE INDIVIDUAL:

-oral contraception
-barrier methods
-fertility awareness
-coitus interruptus
-oral emergency contraception

PREVENT CONTRACEPTION BY DEFAULT:

-IUCD/IUI/IUS
-progesterone implants
-progesterone injections
-sterilisation

Question 2

What would be the (theoretical) perfect contraceptive?

Answer 2

• 100% reliable
• 100% safe
• non-user dependent
• unrelated to coitus
• visible to the woman
• no ongoing medical input
• completely irreversible within 24 hours
• no discomfort