Contraception Methods

Question 1

What is contraception?

Answer 1

Contraception refers to methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy.

Question 2

What are the main types of contraception?

Answer 2

The main types include barrier methods, hormonal methods, intrauterine devices, sterilisation, and natural methods.

Question 3

What are the common barrier methods of contraception?

Answer 3

Barrier methods include male condoms, female condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps.

Question 4

What are the benefits of using barrier methods?

Answer 4

Barrier methods prevent pregnancy and reduce the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Question 5

What are the potential disadvantages of barrier methods?

Answer 5

They can be less effective if used incorrectly and may interrupt sexual activity.

Question 6

What are hormonal contraceptives?

Answer 6

Hormonal contraceptives are methods that use hormones to prevent ovulation, thicken cervical mucus, or thin the endometrium.

Question 7

What are the common forms of hormonal contraception?

Answer 7

Common forms include combined oral contraceptive pills, progestogen-only pills, contraceptive implants, injections, and patches.

Question 8

How does the combined oral contraceptive pill work?

Answer 8

It prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the endometrial lining to prevent implantation.

Question 9

What are some advantages of the combined oral contraceptive pill?

Answer 9

Advantages include effective pregnancy prevention, cycle regulation, and reduction in menstrual symptoms.

Question 10

What are the risks associated with the combined oral contraceptive pill?

Answer 10

Risks include increased risk of blood clots, stroke, and certain cancers.

Question 11

What is the progestogen-only pill (POP)?

Answer 11

The POP contains only progestogen and primarily works by thickening cervical mucus.

Question 12

Who might benefit from using the progestogen-only pill?

Answer 12

It is suitable for individuals who cannot use oestrogen-containing contraception, such as those with a history of blood clots.

Question 13

What is a contraceptive implant?

Answer 13

A contraceptive implant is a small rod inserted under the skin that releases progestogen to prevent pregnancy.

Question 14

How long does a contraceptive implant last?

Answer 14

It is effective for up to three years.

Question 15

What are the benefits of a contraceptive implant?

Answer 15

It is highly effective, long-lasting, and does not require daily adherence.

Question 16

What is an intrauterine device (IUD)?

Answer 16

An IUD is a small, T-shaped device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

Question 17

What are the types of intrauterine devices?

Answer 17

Types include copper IUDs and hormonal IUDs.

Question 18

How does a copper IUD prevent pregnancy?

Answer 18

It releases copper, which is toxic to sperm and prevents fertilisation.

Question 19

What is the effectiveness of intrauterine devices?

Answer 19

Both copper and hormonal IUDs are over 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.

Question 20

What are potential complications of intrauterine devices?

Answer 20

Complications include pelvic inflammatory disease, perforation of the uterus, and expulsion of the device.

Question 21

What is sterilisation as a method of contraception?

Answer 21

Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception achieved through surgical procedures like tubal ligation or vasectomy.

Question 22

What are the advantages of sterilisation?

Answer 22

It is highly effective and does not require ongoing adherence.

Question 23

What are natural methods of contraception?

Answer 23

Natural methods involve tracking fertility signs, such as basal body temperature and cervical mucus, to avoid intercourse during fertile periods.

Question 24

What are the limitations of natural methods?

Answer 24

They require careful monitoring and have higher failure rates compared to other methods.

Question 25

How can emergency contraception be accessed?

Answer 25

Emergency contraception is available as oral pills (e.g., levonorgestrel or ulipristal acetate) or a copper IUD.