HOMEOSTASIS AND RESPONSE - Contraception Flashcards
1
Q
How Can Fertility Be Reduced?
A
Variety of methods of contraception
2
Q
Oral Contraceptives
A
Contain oestrogen and progesterone which inhibit FSH production so that no eggs are released
3
Q
Injection Implant Or Skin Patch
A
Slow release of progesterone to stop the release of eggs for a number of months or years
4
Q
Barrier Methods
A
Condoms and diaphragms that prevent sperm from reaching an egg
5
Q
Intrauterine Devices
A
Prevent embryos from implanting in the uterus
6
Q
Spermicidal Creams
A
Kill or disable sperm
7
Q
Surgical Methods
A
Male and female sterilisation such as cutting the sperm ducts or tying the fallopian tubes
