Contraception: 4. Other Contraceptive Devices

Question 1

What are some other contraceptive devices used?

Answer 1

• injectables (3-month injection)
• rhythm method

Question 2

What is the 3-month injection?

Answer 2

• an injection that contains progesterone
• which will prevent ovulation and increase the thickness of the cervical mucus to block the sperm from getting to the uterus

Question 3

What is the rhythm method?

Answer 3

• a form of natural family planning wherein one avoids unprotected sex over the period of ovulation