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Sex Ed: Contraception

Subject : literacy,sex-ed
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1. Aspiration of uterus contents with a gentle vacuum before 16 weeks. Dilation and evacuation only for medical reasons after 16 weeks of pregnancy.






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






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






4. Acts in the same way as the diaphragm.






5. 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.






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






7. Vaginal ring placed each month for 3 weeks.






8. 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.






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






10. Acts in the same way as the diaphragm.






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






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






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






14. Not having sexual intercourse






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






22. Vaginal ring placed each month for 3 weeks.






23. 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.






24. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






33. 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.






34. Not having sexual intercourse






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






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






37. 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.






38. 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.






39. 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.






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






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






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