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Advantages & Disadvantages Of Contraception Methods

Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri

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Contraception methods are designed to prevent pregnancy. This is a process of taking steps for ensuring that you don’t become pregnant while having unprotected intercourse. This can be used by both males and females. Birth control is an effective way to prevent pregnancy. Various methods work in different ways for preventing pregnancy. Different contraceptive methods involve oral contraceptive pills, implants, injectables, vaginal rings, Intra-uterine devices, condoms, sterilization procedures etc. These methods have different usage mechanisms and effectiveness in preventing undesired pregnancy.

Before choosing any birth control method, it is important to discuss the same with your partner and seek consultation or guidance from healthcare professionals. It is important to understand that birth control methods work differently and one must ensure that they are used correctly. Let us have a look at the way birth control methods work:

– Preventing sperms from getting to eggs. These contraceptive methods include condoms, cervical caps, and contraceptive sponges.

– Preventing ovaries to release eggs that could be fertilized. These include birth control pills, patches, shots, vaginal rings.

– Intra-Uterine Devices are implanted in the uterus. These prevent pregnancy up to 10 years.

– Sterilization, this procedure prevents someone from getting pregnant or from being able to get your partner pregnant.

Different types of contraceptive methods have different advantages and disadvantages. Let us check the below segment for a clear understanding.

Types Of Contraceptive Methods

(1) Birth Control Pills

Also known as oral contraceptive pills. Birth control pills or otherwise known as oral contraceptive pills have different combinations of estrogen and progestin. The success rate using this is 93%.

Advantages:

– Highly effective in preventing if used correctly.

– Used in treating irregular periods

– Reduces menstrual cramps and acne

– Lesser likelihood to get ovarian and uterine cancer, pelvic disease etc

Disadvantages:

– Offers no protection against STIs.

– This has to be consumed at the same time every day. No time alteration.

– Side effects are nausea, increased appetite, headaches, blood clots

(2) Implants

This is a small device that is placed under the skin. This has progestogen hormone which releases in the body. The success rate of implants is 99%.

Advantages:

– Long term methods of birth control.

– Highly effective

– Causes no periods or very light bleeding

Disadvantages:

– Offers no protection against STIs.

– This requires small surgery and the insertion of tiny rods under the skin.

– Side effects are irregular periods, depression, hair loss.

(3) Intra-Uterine Device (IUDs)

This is a small T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. This procedure of inserting and removing must be done by a trained medical practitioner. The success rate of this is 99%.

Advantages:

– Provides protection against pregnancy in the long run

– Needs no attention.

– Highly comfortable, you cant feel the IUD

– The levonorgestrel IUD lessens the period flow and can even be used to treat heavy periods.

Disadvantages:

– These don’t protect against STIs.

– Infection chances persist during the initial days.

– Side effects include menstrual cramping, longer or heavier menstrual periods, spotting between menstrual cycles.

(4) Vaginal Ring

This delivers a combination of estrogen and progesterone. Hormones are released slowly and are absorbed directly via vaginal walls.

Advantages:

– Makes period regular and lighter

– Decreases menstrual cramps

– Very effective against pregnancy

Disadvantages:

– Offers no protection against STIs

– Condoms are still required for reducing the risk of STIs.

– Side effects include nausea, increased appetite, headaches

(5) Condoms

There are female as well as male condoms.

Male condom

This is a thin sheath that is placed over the erect penis.

Advantages:

– Reduces the risk of STIs

– Cost friendly

– This even provides the most protection against sexually transmitted infections

Disadvantages:

– Can’t be reused

– Easy to break

– Some females can be allergic to latex

Female condom:

This is a polyurethane sheath that prevents pregnancy by acting as a barrier.

Advantages:

– Provides protection against STIs

Disadvantages:

– Can move or behave uncomfortably

– Can be used only once

Different methods suit different people and the choice also depends on age, health status and comfort. The doctor will enquire about your health and will then recommend the safest contraception.

One of the most common problems experienced post using the contraceptive method is irregular periods. Females who are experiencing irregular menstruation must avail the benefits of the period tracker. This is the easiest way for tracking the period. MFine Period Tracker helps you log your date and even calculate the average of the past 3 months.

MFine period tracker tracks the menstrual cycle, ovulation and as well as records irregular periods. This even helps females by predicting the start date of the next period cycle. MFine period tracker feature is filled with various features which aim to improve the health and well being of menstruating females. By having all the valuable information about reproductive health in place, you can get consultations from a gynaecologist.

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Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri

Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri is an Internal Medicine Physician Diabetologist with over 10 years of experience in treating lifestyle disorders like Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, etc. She has worked previously at Columbia Asia, Sunshine Hospitals, and Apollo Group of Hospitals. Currently, she is working as a Senior Manager and Diabetologist at MFine.

Advantages & Disadvantages Of Contraception Methods

Types Of Contraceptive Methods

(1) Birth Control Pills

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(2) Implants

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(3) Intra-Uterine Device (IUDs)

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(4) Vaginal Ring

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(5) Condoms

Male condom

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Female condom:

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