Apart from contraceptive pills and the 'woman's condom', is there any other way of contraception that a woman could use?
I have heard of something like a plaster thing that you just stick on somewhere on the body and this help contraception, does it really help? If yes, where could I buy it and how much. Thx
2007-02-20 04:42:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Not sure about the plaster thing, but there is something called inplanon. You have to take the contraceptive pill called cerazette for 3 months before you can have the implant. its inserted in ur upper arm, but underneath, if that makes sense, it lasts for 3 yrs and it slowly releases hormones into ur body, just like the pill does. periods can completely stop although some women continue to have light periods, but everyone is different. if it doesn't suit you, you can have it removed. there is also the injection which you have in your bum and that lasts for 3 months.
2007-02-20 22:28:55 · answer #1 · answered by Bird 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There is a hormone injection you can get, which is given once every 3 months. You dont have periods during this time
There is a diaphram, which is inserted into the vagina before sex, with spermicide, and removed a couple of hours after sex
There is a hormone coil, which is inserted into the uterus by a doctor and can be kept in for up to 5 years (It prevents the implantation of an embryo onto the uterine wall)
There is, most importantly, the condom, which is the only contraceptive that prevents STD's (sexually transmitted diseases)
In the UK, all of the above are free. Visit your local health clinic, ABACUS centre or GUM clinic for advice & info about which method suits you best. Alternatively, your local GP is a great source of info.
2007-02-20 04:56:39 · answer #2 · answered by Jen G 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There's a vast array of contraceptive choices:
Barrier methods:
Diaphragm*, condom (male or female), Lea's Shield*, cervical cap*.
Chemical contraceptives:
Spermicides (best used with barrier methods), Today Sponge.
Hormonal Methods:
Pill**, Depo-Provera shot*, Implanon (hormonal implant)*, Ortho Evra Patch**, Nuva Ring**.
IUD/IUS:
IUD* is a plastic/copper T-shaped device inserted into the uterine cavity to prevent pregnancy.
IUS* is the same as an IUD except that it has progesterone embedded in the plastic to prevent ovation as well as implantation.
(NOTE: IUDs are not recommended for women who have not had at least ONE full term pregnancy).
Male and female sterilization*.
The best thing you can do is to go to your doctor or to a family planning clinic and speak frankly with a doctor about ALL the options available to you and your partner. Through Planned Parenthood, most if not all are free or low-cost (and they work on a sliding pay scale).
Just remember that NO method is 100% effective and all but condoms do not protect against sexually transmitted diseases.
2007-02-20 04:55:23 · answer #3 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i hav the contraceptive implant (implanon) and its not as scary as it sounds!
its a small rod of plastic like a match and its inserted into the inside of ur upper arm. they inject ur arm 1st to numb it and then just slide it in, no pain at all!
it lasts for 3years which is good, side effects can include
*weight gain
*headaches
*tender breasts
*spots
*irregular bleeding
i know that sounds bad but not too many people suffer from side effects, i hav none at all.
another great thing about it is that antibiotics dont stop it from working unlike the contraceptive pill.
Also all contraceptives are free from your doctor surgery or health clinic.
good luck!
2007-02-20 06:54:48 · answer #4 · answered by stac666 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just got the IUD. Its T-shaped and gets inserted into your uterus. You don't even feel it. Its slightly painful getting it inserted, but no more than cramps. After that, you wouldn't even know its there. There are 2 kinds: Paraguard- non-hormonal and lasts 10 years.
Merena- hormonal and lasts 5 years.
If you decide you want to get pregnant, you can have it taken out and there is no delay as to when you can concieve. I love mine, the best choice I made. My insurance covered it, so if you don't have any, I don't know what the cost is. Good luck!
2007-02-20 04:57:02 · answer #5 · answered by Crystal S 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
there are many forms of contraception, if i was you i would go to the family planning clinic were the nurse can advise you on whats best for you. it may take a few visits to find something that suits you best.
2007-02-20 04:57:00 · answer #6 · answered by louise_treg 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to your local family planning clinic in your town and they will advise you .... without any issues. family planning is free. well it used to be!
I have been told there is a injection but family planning is the thing
2007-02-20 07:55:07 · answer #7 · answered by sparky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes there is one absolutly gold mine contraceptive method! it works everytime against pregnacies and STI/STD and that is TO SAY NO!!!!!!!!!
2007-02-20 07:45:12 · answer #8 · answered by lolli 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The depro provera injection,is effective but i can tell you it makes you put on lots of weight.
2007-02-20 07:32:45 · answer #9 · answered by Linda 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
implant and progesterone injection. Abstinence.
2007-02-20 07:22:32 · answer #10 · answered by daria 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋