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Birth Control
This in an umbrella term for various methods and techniques use to prevent fertilization or interrupt pregnancy at several stages. Some of the commonly used birth control methods are condoms, contraceptive pills and injectable contraceptives.
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Hello. Because you missed some pills then you do put yourself at risk of pregnancy. You need to take one pill every day unless you have a 7 day break (or the non-active pills/sugar pills). It is difficult to say how much at risk of pregnancy you are. When you have only started taking BCP, you need to wear a condom for the first month to prevent pregnancy. If you miss a pill or some pills, you need to use extra protection (condom) for seven days.
You have to take the pill for it to work. If you are missing pills (greater than one/month,) you may not be covered for preventing pregnancy. If you can't remember to take the pills, you should consider another form of birth control. (I am a nurse-practitioner.)
The type of contraception that functions by preventing implantation?
I can't think of any methods available in the US whose primary function is preventing implantation.
Any hormonal birth control that causes changes in the uterine lining may also prevent implantation of a fertilized egg. The Pill, the patch (Ortho Evra), IUD, NuvaRing and the Morning After Pill all function primarily by preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus - they also prevent the uterine lining from building up, which in theory would inhibit a fertilized egg from implanting.
Why have you had your period for more than 2 weeks?
sounds like a hormone imbalance. i would check in with your doctor.
It depends on the location of and size of the hole. The further the hole is from the tip of the condom, the less likely it is that semen will reach it -- since most condoms hold the semen near the tip. Depending on factors like the presence and size of a reservoir tip and the quantity of semen ejaculated, the semen may never even reach a hole that is not near the tip.
However, if semen reaches the hole, the sperm cells can get through very small holes. In theory if only the tiniest droplet of sperm-containing semen leaks out through the hole, the girl might get pregnant. In reality, the chances of a pregnancy are lowered the less semen leaks through the hole and into the vagina.
The only way to know if there was a hole is to test it after sex, then it's pretty much too late to protect yourself from pregnancy with that condom. If there are no obvious holes or semen leaking out of the condom, you will need to fill it with water to check for leaks.
Testing before sex is problematic, since once you've unrolled a condom for testing, it can be difficult to apply the condom to the penis correctly and without damage.
Besides abstaining from penis-in-vagina sex, the best protection against pregnancy is to "double up" and for the female to use some form of birth control too. If condoms are all that is available, you can double up.
Hmm, yeah, doubling up is not good, the friction caused between the two condoms is liable to cause a tear, please don't do it!
I have always been told that you should use protection when using your first pack of birth control pills. The pills must get in your system before they offer protection against pregnancy.
just sounds like a breakthrough bleed, this pill mightnt be agreeing with your system, id recommend going to a doctor as persistant break thru blled can be very annoying!
Who are the audience in Margaret sanger the morality of birth control?
It consisted of both people that supported her and the ones that were against her. Also scientists in that field along with theologians were there.
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yes, but if you start on the right day you are less likely to get confused in two weeks. good luck Joymaker RN
Can drinking salt with water kill the sperm?
To kill the sperm, you would need to purchase spermicide and put it into the vagina before having intercourse. Drinking salt water will not have any effect whatsoever.
Sex before marriage with a married man is right or wrong?
I think that having any intimate relationship (sexual or otherwise) with a married man is wrong. A relationship like marriage should be based on trust. Also, behaviors tend to repeat themselves.
If you get involved with this man, you will probably not be able to trust him. If he cheats on his wife, then it is very likely that he will cheat on you too.
Let him work out his issues with his wife first (separation, divorce) before you get more involved with him. This will prevent you from getting hurt.
You can have sex straight away after a coil is put in but as it is an Intra Uterine CONTRACEPTIVE Device, the only tip to get pregnant is to have it removed.
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There are a variety of symptoms of manic. The following link will have a variety of information:
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Does South Korea have birth control?
Yes, they are called abortions, a swift kick to the vag and you are definitely "controlling" that birth.
Can birth control cause cramps?
Yes, birth control can cause cramps. Some women complain of cramping during the first few months of using hormonal birth control like the patch, pill, ring, or shot. If it lasts longer, is accompanied by painful sex, painful urination, or unusual vaginal discharge, see your health care provider. Severe cramping with an IUD may be a sign that it is not in the right place in your uterus. Contact your health care provider for advice.
Yes, you quit taking them. So you start your period
ummm no you wont get it.
What are the disadvantages of contraception?
well, if you're particularly religious, then hell, and if you're allergic to latex (or whatever other method of contraception you use) then allergic reactions. but assuming neither of these apply then the positives (no unwanted pregnancies, protection against stds, and a lotof fun!) outweigh the negatives (um... none).
This is normal & is caused by doubling up your BC dose after missing one pill.
When did you get pregnant if your due date is on November 13?
Valentine's day weekend..or somewhere around that romantic time!
What is the best method of contraception?
Well this seems fairly obvious.
If a condom works 99% of the time, there is still that 1% chance you could get pregnant.
If birth control works 99% of the time and you use it with a condom, the odds are significantly lower that it will be that one percent of the time when it doesn't work for both.
1:10000 as opposed to 1:100 with just one form of contraceptives.
Can a 17 year old girl in Illinois get birth control pills without parents consent?
Hi my name is Xavier and the last time I checked you can get birth control at 17 without a parent because you are pretty much grown at this age, its just official at age 18. They have places like plan parenthood and other resource that provide birth control, condoms, and friendly conversation. If you are asking for yourself I am proud of you for wanting birth control, cause at your age I had gave birth to my first child!
You can start taking the birth control pill at any time in your cycle with the "quick start" method. Start it on the day of your choice. Use a back up birth control method for the first seven days of pills. The advantage is earlier protection from pregnancy than if you waited for your period.
Is it easy to get pregnant after going off birth control?
Yes. Usually easier, assuming there are no problems with the reproductive system. Generally it is advised to wait at least 6 months before trying to get pregnant after stopping the birth control pill.
