Sexual Health Flashcards
What percentage of 13-15 y/o become pregnant every year?
1%
Special considerations: contraception and people with IBD
Decreased absorption of oral contraceptives Hence use: patches P only injection IUD impalnts
What C/I contraceptive is there for people with IBS
Depo (due to incr risk osteoporosis)
How effective is breast feeding against ovulation?
98%
Why should you avoid the COCP until 6 weeks after giving birth?
Affects milk volume
What contraception are epileptics advised to use?
LARC
IUD
IUS
For how many years should a perimenopausal woman <50 use contraception after her LMP
2 years
For how many years should a perimenopausal woman >50 use contraception after her LMP
1 year
Mechanism of action COCP
Inhibits ovulation (inhibits FSH) Thickens endometrial mucus Thins endometrium
Effectiveness COCP ‘perfect use’
99.7%
Effectiveness COCP typically in 1st year
92%
Positives COCP (4)
Regular bleed
Acne improvement
Risk ovarian + endometrial Ca halved
Improves dysmenorrhoea + menorrhagia + PCOS
What does COCP increase the risk of? (3)
VTE
Ischaemic stroke
Cervical cancer
Absolute contraindications COCP (6)
Pregnancy Aa/vv thrombosis Liver disease Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding Hx O-dependent tumour Recent hydatidiform mole
Name of contraceptive patch
Evra patch
Name of contraceptive ring
NuvaRing
Who cannot use the patch?
If they weigh over 90kg
What is good about the NuvaRing?
Because it has low oestrogen levels, it can be considered by women
Mechanism of action POP
Inhibits ovulation (inhibits FSH) Thickens cervical mucus Thins endometrium
How do you take the POP?
Every day
No breaks
Must take within 3-hour window
Side effects POP
Variable bleeding pattern
Acne
Which POP have a similar efficacy to COCP?
Cerazette
Cerelle
Desorex
How often do you have the Depo?
Every 12 weeks (up to 13)
Depo failure rate?
0.2%
When can the Depo be initiated in relation to giving birth?
Anytime after delivery
What hormone does the Depo contain?
Progesterone
Where is the Depo injected? How is this different if the patient is very obese?
BUm
Deltoid if v obese
How long is the delayed return of fertility with the Depo?
12-18 months
Can women taking liver enzyme inducing drugs use the Depo?
Yes
Side effects depo (6)
Irregular bleeding Hormonal; spots, headache, mood changes, breast tenderness W gain Delay in return to fertility Reversible effect on bone density Can't be removed
Medical name for the Implant
Nexplanon
How effective is the implant?
0.05% failure rate!!
= most effective
When can the Implant be initiated in relation to giving birth?
Any time after delivery
How long does the implant last for?
3 years
What must a patient initiating the implant be counselled on?
Side effects
Side effects implant?
Irregular bleeding
Hormonal side effects
MOOD SWINGS
Procedural risks from the implant (3)
Scar
Bruising
Infection
Can women taking liver enzyme inducing drugs use the Implant?
No - its effectiveness will be reduced
How long does the IUS/Mirena last if <45?
5 years
How long does the IUS/Mirena last if >45?
7 years
Who is the Mirena first choice for?
Women with heavy/painful periods
How are the progesterogenic side effects of the Mirena compared to other P-only methods of contraception?
Less
How long does the Jaydess coil last?
3 years
Failure rate mirena coil
0.2%
When can the IUS be fitted in relation to giving birth?
Up to 48hrs
Or >4 weeks post delivery
SE/RIsks of Minera
Irregular bleeding 3-6m
Dramatic effect on reducing menstrual cycle
Procedural risks - perf
Ectopic pregnancy
What is the efficacy of IUD?
As good as sterilisation
What is the risk with the IUD of the coil coming straight out again after insertion?
1/20
How long can the IUD stay in for?
5-15years
What risks must you counsel the patient on before having an IUD?
Perforation Infection Expulsion Ectopic Bleeding
When can the IUD be fitted in relation to giving birth?
Up to 48hrs
Or >4weeks post delivery
Side Effects IUD?
Regular bleeding patterns
Possible irregular bleeding up to 6 months
Periods heavier, longer + more painful
What are the 2 methods of female sterilisation?
Falope rings
Filshie clips
Lifetime failure female sterilisation
1/200
What happens in male sterilisation?
Vas deferens is ligated via bilateral incisions to scrotum under LA
E.g.s of barrier methods of contraception?
Condom
Femidom
Diaphragm/cap
Efficacy barrier methods?
90%
Which barrier method does not protect against STIs
Diaphragm
What 2 things does a diaphragm require?
To be fitted by a trained professional
Need spermicide
2 conditions which diaphragms are not great for
Prolapse
Recurrent UTI
Which is the most effective emergency contraception?
The IUD
Up to how many days can you get the coil for emergency contraception?
5
Up to how many days can you use ulipristal acetate for ER contraception?
5
Up to how many days can you use levonorgestrel for ER contraception?
3 (72hrs)
Ways of predicting fertile + infertile times of the menstrual cycle (4)
Menstrual calendar
Charting basal body T
Recognizing changes cervical mucus
Ovulation predictor kit
+ves of rhythm methods of contraception (2)
No hormones/SE
Good for religious groups
-es of rhythm methods of contraception
Relies on menstrual cycle regularity
Progesterone related side effects in contraception (6)
Vaginal dryness Sustained W gain Depression/mood changes Reduced libido Breast tenderness Acne/seborrhoea/hirsutism
Oestrogen related side effects in contraception (6)
Nausea Dizziness Cyclical W gain/bloating Vaginal discharge Some cases breast enlargement/pain Some cases lost libido
What can be used to treat the bleeding SE associate with the implant?
COCP