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Sex Ed: Contraception

Subject : literacy,sex-ed
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1. Removal of the uterus. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason.






2. Hormones are time-released from an implantation under your skin. Replaced about every 6 months.






3. Place a new patch each week for 3 weeks on back - arm - or lower abdomen.






4. Removal of the ovaries. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason. Hormone replacement therapy is often recommended.






5. Contains chemicals that stop sperm from moving (cream - jel - foam). Inserted into vagina. More effective when combined with another method.






6. Taken in steps - decrease progestin needed for pregnancy and empties the uterus.






7. Aspiration of uterus contents with a gentle vacuum before 16 weeks. Dilation and evacuation only for medical reasons after 16 weeks of pregnancy.






8. A shallow - latex cup inserted into the vagina. Covers the cervix - blocks sperm from entering the uterus. Use with spermicide. Not very reliable. Keep inserted for 24 hours max.






9. Hormones are time-released from an implantation under your skin. Replaced about every 6 months.






10. Male withdraws his penis from the vagina prior to ejaculation. Not reliable. Some sperm may be released prop to removal - difficult to control.






11. Get 1 shot every 3 months. Does not contain Estrogen.






12. Taken within a few days of intercourse. If <16 years old - you need a prescription - OTC otherwise. Prevents egg and sperm from meeting. Evidence suggests that EC can prevent implantation in uterus - but not likely.






13. Barrier of latex or plastic that fits around the penis. Applied before intercourse. Protects against STI's. Not 100% effective against pregnancy. Condoms have to be stored properly and not be expired.






14. Acts in the same way as the diaphragm.






15. Couple calculates most and least fertile time of the month by using a thermometer - schedules intercourse during the least fertile time - which is usually during period. Not very reliable.






16. Vaginal ring placed each month for 3 weeks.






17. Acts in the same way as the diaphragm.






18. Not having sexual intercourse






19. The vas deferens are cut. Simplest of the surgical procedures






20. Male withdraws his penis from the vagina prior to ejaculation. Not reliable. Some sperm may be released prop to removal - difficult to control.






21. Couple calculates most and least fertile time of the month by using a thermometer - schedules intercourse during the least fertile time - which is usually during period. Not very reliable.






22. A shallow - latex cup inserted into the vagina. Covers the cervix - blocks sperm from entering the uterus. Use with spermicide. Not very reliable. Keep inserted for 24 hours max.






23. Hormone combo of Estrogen and Progesterone. The body thinks it is pregnant - so new eggs aren't released from the ovaries. Must take daily.






24. Hormone combo of Estrogen and Progesterone. The body thinks it is pregnant - so new eggs aren't released from the ovaries. Must take daily.






25. Fallopian tubes are cut (sometimes called 'Tying the tubes')






26. Removal of the testicles. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason. Hormone replacement therapy is usually prescribed.






27. Contains chemicals that stop sperm from moving (cream - jel - foam). Inserted into vagina. More effective when combined with another method.






28. Fallopian tubes are cut (sometimes called 'Tying the tubes')






29. Vaginal ring placed each month for 3 weeks.






30. Not having sexual intercourse






31. Aspiration of uterus contents with a gentle vacuum before 16 weeks. Dilation and evacuation only for medical reasons after 16 weeks of pregnancy.






32. Removal of the uterus. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason.






33. A pouch inserted into the vagina prior to intercourse - collects semen. Reduces the risk of STI's.






34. Place a new patch each week for 3 weeks on back - arm - or lower abdomen.






35. Removal of the testicles. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason. Hormone replacement therapy is usually prescribed.






36. The vas deferens are cut. Simplest of the surgical procedures






37. Get 1 shot every 3 months. Does not contain Estrogen.






38. A pouch inserted into the vagina prior to intercourse - collects semen. Reduces the risk of STI's.






39. Barrier of latex or plastic that fits around the penis. Applied before intercourse. Protects against STI's. Not 100% effective against pregnancy. Condoms have to be stored properly and not be expired.






40. Taken within a few days of intercourse. If <16 years old - you need a prescription - OTC otherwise. Prevents egg and sperm from meeting. Evidence suggests that EC can prevent implantation in uterus - but not likely.






41. Removal of the ovaries. Usually not done unless there is a good medical reason. Hormone replacement therapy is often recommended.






42. Taken in steps - decrease progestin needed for pregnancy and empties the uterus.