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Birth control methods can be broadly classified into barrier methods (that prevent sperm cells from reaching the egg), methods that prevent ovulation such as the birth control pill, and methods that allow fertilization of the egg but prevent implantation of the fertilized egg inside the uterus (womb) such as the IUD (intrauterine device).
Condoms and diaphragms are examples of barrier birth control methods.
Birth control pills are an example of a hormonal birth control method that prevents ovulation.
The decision about what kind of birth control option to use is extremely personal, and there is no single choice that is safest or best for all women or couples.
A woman should carefully weigh the risks and benefits, along with the effectiveness of each method before choosing a birth control method. A thorough and open discussion with a health care-professional can help in this decision process.
Different forms of birth control have different side effects and risk profiles.
The choice of birth control method depends on many factors, such as the desire for reversible birth control (preserving future fertility) or permanent birth control methods (surgical sterilization). Some birth control methods, such as barrier methods, may offer some protection against sexuallytransmitted diseases (STDs), while most methods do not.
No method of birth control is 100% effective in preventing STDs.
Some birth control methods have higher effectiveness rates than others, but no method of birth control is 100% effective in every case.
Birth Control Types
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Birth control can be permanent or temporary. The woman and her partner, taking into consideration the ease of use, side effects, costs, and effectiveness of each method, must weigh the pros and cons of various birth control types.
Reversible methods of birth control
Permanent methods of birth control
Emergency contraception
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Some birth control methods stop sperm from reaching the egg, preventing fertilization.
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What is birth control, and how does it work?
Birth control works to prevent pregnancy in different ways.
Hormonal birth control methods work by preventing ovulation, so that a woman is temporarily infertile.
Barrier methods of birth control prevents the man's sperm from reaching an egg.
Barrier methods include
diaphragms,
condoms, and
cervical caps.
Spermicide is a chemical that destroys sperm to prevent them from reaching the egg.
Birth control methods such as intrauterine devices work by preventing a fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus and causing a pregnancy.
Birth control is not 100% effective, so it is possible to get pregnant while using most types of contraceptives.
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How long does it take for birth control to begin working?
Some kinds of birth control start to work with the first use, such as barrier methods.
Hormonal methods of birth control such as pills, implants, or the patch may not begin working immediately.
Their effectiveness depends upon the time in your monthly cycle when you begin using the contraception.
Sometimes it is recommended that women use an alternate method of contraception for the first week after beginning the pill or hormonal contraception.
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Types of birth control include:
Hormonal birth control methods include:
Birth control pills
Hormonal patches
Birth control implants
Vaginal ring
Barrier birth control methods include:
Diaphragms
Condoms
Cervical caps
Spermicides
Natural birth control methods include the use of:
Ovulation test kits
Cervical mucus examination
Tracking menstrual cycles (rhythm method)
Other types of birth control options include:
Intrauterine devices
Emergency contraception "morning after" pills
Surgical sterilization methods for birth control include:
Tubal ligation ("tubes tided")
Vasectomy
Hormonal birth control pills prevent ovulation in women.
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Hormonal birth control (birth control pills) types and side effects
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Hormonal options of birth control involve the use of hormones to prevent ovulation in a woman. Although oral contraceptive pills are the most widely used hormonal method, other options are available including the vaginal ring, hormone patches applied to the skin, and injections of progestin (birth control shot).
Contraceptive sponges contain a spermicide cream to kill sperm cells, and other forms of spermicides are available as well. Spermicides may be used in combination with barrier methods for greater effectiveness.
An increased risk for developing urinary tract infections (UTIs) if using a diaphragm and spermicide.
Leaving a diaphragm or cervical cap in for longer than 24 hours increases your risk for toxic shock syndrome.
Some people may have allergies to the chemicals used in spermicide creams or other spermicide products. They may develop irritation of the vagina or penis.