contraception Flashcards
1
Q
oral contraceptive
A
contain hormones to inhibit FSH production so that no eggs mature
2
Q
injection, implant or skin patch
A
slow release progesterone to inhibit the maturation and release of eggs for a number of months or years
3
Q
barrier methods such as condoms and diaphragms
A
prevent sperm reaching the egg
4
Q
intrauterine devices
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prevent the implantation of an embryo or release a hormone
5
Q
spermicidal agents
A
kill or disable sperm
6
Q
abstaining
A
not having intercourse when egg may be in fallopian tube
7
Q
surgery
A
male or female sterilisation
