Different Methods of Contraception

Question 1

What nine methods of contraception are there?

Answer 1

Abstaining from sex
The rhythm method 
Sterilisation
Implant
Injection
Morning-after pill
The pill
Condom
The cap

Question 2

Abstaining from sex

Answer 2

Not engaging in any sexual activity

100% effective

Question 3

The rhythm method

Answer 3

Planning sexual intercourse around menstrual cycle
effectively relies on how carefully you follow it
Can be up to 98% effective
Takes six months to learn body’s cycle

Question 4

Sterilisation

Answer 4

Permanent
Man = vasectomy (prevents sperm getting to the penis)
Woman = cut her Fallopian tubes (prevents the egg leaving the ovaries)

Question 5

Implant

Answer 5

Steadily releases small amounts of hormone progesterone
Inserted into the upper arm
Lasts up to three years
99% reliable

Question 6

Injection

Answer 6

Steadily releases small amounts of hormone progesterone
Injection renewed every 8-12 weeks
99% reliable

Question 7

Morning-after pill

Answer 7

Prevents fertilised egg from implanting in the womb
Emergency form of contraception for a woman who has had unprotected sex or a couple who’s normal method of contraception has failed
Can be taken up to 72 hours after sex
95% effective within 24 hours after sex

Question 8

The pill

Answer 8

Taken orally every day
Hormones prevent woman’s body from releasing an egg each month
Reliable

Question 9

Condom

Answer 9

Available for men or women to wear
Prevent sperm meeting the egg
Easy and effective
Perfect condom use is 98% effective
Protection against STIs

Question 10

The cap

Answer 10

Plastic or latex
Cover entrance to woman’s womb to prevent sperm getting in
Used with a spermicidal cream to make sure it is effective
Cap has to be left on for at least 6 hours after sex