Methods Of Contraception
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Types of contraception
There are physical and chemical methods of contraception The physical methods that prevent pregnancy are barriers, IUDS and sterilisation
Intra-uterine device (IUD)
Intra-uterine devices release copper which alters the cervical mucus making it more difficult for sperm to reach an egg and survive
Sterilistion
Sterilisation procedures seal the tubes that either carry sperm or eggs so that an egg cannot meet and be fertilised by sperm
Oral contraceptive pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)
It’s chemical method of contraception It contains and combination of oestrogen and progesterone that mimics negative feedback preventing the release of FSH and LH from the pituitary gland
Mini pill
Contains progesterone only and causes thickening of the cervical mucus
Emergency hormonal contraceptive pills (morning after pill)
They prevent or delay ovulation They can be taken up to 72 hours or 120 hours after unprotected sex depending on which type of pill is used