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Contraception methods
Today various contraceptive options are available. The choice is difficult. This list can help you decide which method is best suited for your lifestyle. Study this information carefully.
Together with the doctor you can choose the most appropriate method!
Hormonal contraceptives
Hormonal contraceptives act by preventing the release of the egg from the ovary and create an unfavorable environment for sperm. Most women know hormonal contraception pills, but now in addition there are other hormonal methods of contraception available.
| Hormonal contraceptives | Oral contraceptives | Injectable contraceptives | Intrauterine device with hormones, with progestin |
| What is the effectiveness of this method? | 99% efficiency. | 99% efficiency. | 99% efficiency. |
| How many options are available? | Various contraceptive pills are available in different doses. | Currently there are two options: monthly or every 3 months injection. | Currently there is available a intrauterine device with progestin - Mirena. |
| How often is it necessary to use? | You should take the pill every day, approximately at the same hour | You will receive a monthly injection or every three months. | Planned duration of use is up to five years. |
| Are there special conditions for using this method? | This method does not require special conditions for use. | This method does not require special conditions for use. | This method does not require special conditions for use. |
| How soon can you become pregnant after suspending contraception? |
After you suspend this method you can get pregnant after several cycles. | Ovulation may be delayed up to one year. | After you suspend this method, fertility can be restored during a year. |
| Is the specialist consultation necessary or not in this method of contraception? |
Yes. You will need instructions to use the pills correctly. | Yes. The injection is administered by the physician. | The physician applies and removes the IUD. |
| Are you protected against sexually transmitted diseases, HIV / AIDS this way? | No. | No. | No. |
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When can you start using contraception after an abortion (surgical or medical)?
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Immediately. | Immediately. | Immediately. |
Non - hormonal contraceptives
Non - hormonal contraceptives prevent pregnancy, provide a barrier for sperm, influence sperm mobility and create an inhospitable environment for sperm. This method does not require the use of hormones, so the natural menstrual cycle will not be affected.
| Non- hormonal contraceptives | Condoms. | Intrauterine device. | Spermicides (Farmatex) | Permanent methods. |
| Surgical sterilization. | ||||
| What is the effectiveness of this method? | 97% efficiency. |
99% efficiency.
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99% efficiency – used in parallel with vaginal barrier increases efficiency |
Efficiency more then 99%.
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| How many options are available? | There are various types, colors, sizes, materials and textures. | Currently available IUD with copper, or T-shaped umbrella. | There are various spermicides as foam, jelly, cream and vaginal suppositories. | There is tubal ligation for women, and vasectomy for men. |
| How often is it necessary to use? |
Every time you have sex you should use a new condom. | After applying the device in the uterus it can stay in up to 10 years. | Should be used every time you have sex. | This procedure is permanent and irreversible. |
| Are there special conditions for using this method? | Should be applied when the penis is in erection. | This method does not require special conditions. | Should be applied not earlier than one hour before sex. | This method does not require special conditions. |
| How soon can you become pregnant after suspending contraception? |
Without this contraceptive pregnancy occurs immediately. | After suspending the use of this method, fertility can be restored in one month. | Without this contraceptive pregnancy may occur immediately. | You will not be able to get pregnant. |
| Is the specialist consultation necessary or not in this method of contraception? | No, but it is advisable to tell your doctor that you plan to use a condom. | The doctor applies, removes and checks the IUD. | Talk to your doctor. He might suggest you a additional method of contraception. | The procedure is performed by a doctor in gynecological clinics. |
| Are you protected against sexually transmitted diseases, HIV / AIDS this way? |
Yes. | No. | Partially. | No. |
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When can you start using contraception after an abortion (surgical or medical)?
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Immediately. | Starting with the day of the vacuum aspiration, or after 2 weeks when you come for control. | Immediately. | Immediately. |