Contraception methods

Question 1

Contraceptive pill

Answer 1

Used by: females

Effectiveness: 99.7%

Question 2

Positives of Contraceptive pill

Answer 2

avoids pregnancies, can clear up acne, periods are less painful, bleeding is lighter and more regular and there may be fewer symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Question 3

Negatives of Contraceptive pill

Answer 3

irregular bleeding in between periods, sore breasts and nausea for the first couple of months, headaches, less desire for sex, and feeling irritable

Question 4

Male Condom

Answer 4

Used by: Males

Effectiveness: failure rate of 2%-28%

Question 5

Positives of Male Condom

Answer 5

This provides effective contraception and prevents sexually transmissible infections (STIs) at the same time, easy to use, inexpensive and does not need a prescription

Question 6

Negatives of Male Condom

Answer 6

There are no side effects, except if you are allergic to latex rubber or to the lubricant. If either person gets a rash or any discomfort, check with your doctor or clinic. Needs to be kept in a cool place, needs to but used before the expiry date and cannot use lubricants.

Question 7

Copper IUD

Answer 7

Used by: females
Effectiveness: 99%
How does it work: The copper IUD affects the sperm and stops sperm from fertilising the egg and affects the transport of the egg in the fallopian tubes. It also changes the lining of the womb, making it less suitable for a pregnancy.

Question 8

Positives of Copper IUD

Answer 8

• It is a very effective form of contraception
• It is long acting and can stay in place and protect against pregnancy for five years or ten years depending on which type you choose
• Although the initial cost of an IUD is more than for other methods it is relatively inexpensive over the five or ten years of use
• It does not contain hormones, which may be useful for women who cannot use hormones or those who prefer not to use a hormonal form of contraception
• It is immediately reversible so when it is removed you return to your usual level of fertility
• In some circumstances a copper IUD can be inserted up to five days after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy occurring. It can be left in place to provide ongoing contraception or removed after a normal period

Question 9

Negatives of Copper IUD

Answer 9

• May be difficult to insert
• Periods are heavier, longer and sometimes more painful
• Chance of getting a pelvic infection
• May be pushed out of the uterus and may fall out
• May still be able to get pregnant