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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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How light is your period on birth control?
usually on birth control you have a very light period but until your body gets used ti the birth control then you can have anywhere from a normal flow to a very light flow.
When you finish the pack like the sugar pills then after your last sugar pill you start the next pack then. you do not have to wait another 7 days. that would increase your chance of getting pregnant because you would be unprotected for a week to two weeks.
maybe,but be too suspicious! ask him! watch his eye if his eye looks at the left while your asking him hes not telling the truth!
What are the different forms of birth control?
the most common types of birth control are condoms birth control pills and ECPs
condom, diaphragm, contraceptive pills, vasectomy, hysterectomy.
Hormonal Contraceptives
The Patch:
- Is applied once a week for 3 weeks. During the 4th week no patch is used.
- The patch is applied once a week for 3 weeks. During week 4, no patch is used.
- Once stopped it may take a few cycles before you can become pregnant.
- You need to learn how to apply the patch.
- 99% effective
Oral Contraceptive(The Pill):
- There are a variety of pills available in different doses.
- You should take your pill every day, approximately the same time each day.
- Once stopped it may take a few cycles before you can become pregnant.
- You may need instructions on the correct way to take your pills.
- 99% effective
Contraceptive Injections(Depo Provera):
- There are 2 options currently available: a monthly injection and and injection that is given every 3 months.
- You receive an injection either monthly or every 3 months.
- Ovulation may be delayed up to a year.
- A healthcare professional administers the injection.
- 99% effective
Progestin-Releasing Intrauterine Device (IUD):
- There is 1 hormone-releasing IUD currently available.
- The suggested length of use is 5 years or less.
- Once removed, fertility can return within a year.
- Your healthcare professional inserts and removes the IUD.
- 99% effective
Vaginal Ring:
- There is only 1 vaginal ring.
- Each month, the vaginal ring is inserted into the vagina and left in place for 3 weeks. During week 4, you do not wear a ring.
- Once stopped, it may take a few cycles before you can become pregnant.
- You need to learn how to insert and remove the vaginal ring.
- 99% effective
Non-hormonal Contraceptives
Male Condom:
- There are a variety of styles, sizes, colors, materials, and textures.
- A new one must be used every time you have sex.
- Must be applied when the penis is erect. May cause a slight interruption before sex.
- Without this device, there is no protection against pregnancy.
- Tell your healthcare professional that you plan you use condoms
- 97% effective
Female Condom:
- There is 1 female condom currently available.
- A new one must be used every time you have sex.
- A female condom can be inserted up to 8hrs. before sex.
- Without this device, there is no protection against pregnancy.
- Tell your healthcare professional that you plan you use a female condom.
- Unless the female condom slips out of place or is torn, it should provide protection against STD exposure comparable to that of male condoms.
- 95% effective
Intrauterine Device (IUD):
- There is 1 copper-T IUD currently available.
- Once inserted in the uterus, it can be left in place for up to 10 years.
- Once removed, fertility can return within about 1 month.
- Your healthcare professional inserts and removes the IUD.
- 99% effective
Spermicides:
- There are a variety of spermicides available in foams, jellies, creams, and vaginal suppositories.
- Must be used every time you have sex.
- Must be inserted no more than 1 hour before sex.
- Without this device, there is no protection against pregnancy.
- Tell your healthcare professional. You may be advised to you additional contraceptive method.
- 94% effective-use with a vaginal barrier increases effectiveness.
Vaginal Barriers
Diaphragm:
- There are a variety of sizes available.
- Must be used every time you have sex(spermicide must be applied each time).
- The diaphragm can be inserted 6 to 8 hours before sex.
- Without this device, there is no protection against pregnancy.
- You need to be fitted and must learn how to use the diaphragm.
- Diaphragm do not protect against HIV (AIDS). There is a mild reduction in the risk of some STDs.
- 94% effective
Cervical Cap:
- There are a variety of sizes available.
- Must be used every time you have sex(and spermicide must be applied when inserted).
- The cervical cap provides continuous protection for up to 48hrs.
- Without this device, there is no protection against pregnancy.
- You need to be fitted and must learn how to use the cervical cap.
- 84% effective in women who have had a child (91% in those who have not).
Permanent Methods
Surgical Sterilization:
- For women, there is a tubal ligation(having your tubes "tied"); for men, there is a vasectomy.
- These procedures are permanent and irreversible.
- You will no longer be able to get pregnant.
- These surgical procedures are performed by a healthcare professional.
- Physician recommended.
- Greater than 99% effective.
Do you need parental consent to buy birth control?
Depends if you want your parents to know your on it or not, but If you want to be discrete then you can go to a local Planned Parenthood or Clinic and ask for birth control they give you a special green card that gives you the benefits to get birth control without paying for it and they wont tell your parents.
How long do you need to be on birth control before you can have unprotected sex'?
The birth control pill reaches its full effectiveness after seven days in a row.
What if you missed your birth control pill and started to bleed?
Withdrawal bleeding is expected when you miss your pill mid cycle. You will need 7 pills, in 7 days before you can safely have sex again.
Does fluoxetine affect the birth control pill?
There are no known drug interactions between fluoxetine and the birth control pill.
There are no known drug interations between fluoxetine and birth control pills.
You took your birth control at the wrong time?
Brief Description:
I had unprotected sex around 11 pm and i normally take my meds at 8 pm every night. I woke up at 9 in the morning the next day and thought i forgot to take my medicine the night before so i jumped up and took my medicine without realizing i already took it on time that night and now i had just taken the one for today 11 hours too early. will my body still have that birth control in me to protect me from the sex from that night? if that makes sense?
How old do you have to be to buy condoms in florida?
There really is no legal age to buy condoms in the United States that I am aware of. In most states in the U.S., however, there is a legal age to have sexual intercourse. So the legal age to buy condoms in California might be different than in Georgia because the legal age to have sex is different, but this would really depend on the discretion of the sales person or the store itself not on any legal basis. For example, in some states the legal age to have sex is 18 while in other states it's 16. So some sales staff might be concerned about selling condoms to individuals that are "under age".
If you are concerned about potential embarrassment when shopping in a store, you can always buy condoms online. This is a great alternative for sexually active individuals of all ages because you can order condoms from the privacy of your personal computer and have them delivered to you discreetly in unmarked packages. Only you will know what is inside.
Does being on birth control delay menopause by stockpiling eggs?
No, birth control does not delay menopause, and does not save eggs. The time of menopause is not dependent on the number of eggs you release.
Can the birth control pill kill sperm?
No. Birth control pills work by altering the estrogen, and progesterone hormones in women. Essentially, it tricks her body into thinking she's already pregnant, so she will stop ovulating. The only thing that kills sperm is spermicide and even that doesn't kill them ALL and isn't 100% effective. The copper IUD affect sperm mobility to keep sperm from reaching the egg.
Is the birth control pill beYaz safe?
Beyaz is essentially the same as Yaz, but the new oral contraceptive also contains vitamin - B that aids in the production and maintenance of new cells in the body.
Women of childbearing age, need adequate folate (vit B) levels to help lower the risk of pregnancy complications and the occurrence of birth defects.
When are women on birth control most prone to getting pregnant?
The purpose of a birth control pill is not to get pregnant, so they are not "prone" to getting pregnant. To get pregnant the pill has to be stopped.
Yes, this is an indicator of pregnancy.
How is the sponge contraceptive used?
If the brand is "Today" the sponge needs to run under water until thoroughly wet before inserted. Other brands are Protectaid and Pharmatex and come ready to use.
The sponge can be inserted up to 24 hours before intercourse, over the cervix (beginning of the uterus). It must be left in place for at least six hours after the last time you have intercourse. It should not be worn for more than 30 hours in a row.
Note that contraceptive sponges do not protect against STD's and are only 75 to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. It is wise to use the sponge accompanied by a condom or the pill.
From a health perspective, it alters your hormones. If your body does not adapt well to birth control, it can make you nauseous and you will almost experience pregnancy-like symptoms. It can also cause you to spot, if you miss any number of pills.
Only if the guy is really upset about condoms, or possibly if it takes ages getting it on. In reality it's more of an excuse than a reason.
How long should you take the pill before trying to get pregnant?
If you are trying to get pregnant then you should not take the pill at all.
Sperm ejaculated on your abdomen/stomach will not result in pregnancy - if sperm is ejaculated on the woman's outer vaginal tissue it may be possible, but not likely. The sperm don't live long outside of the body (male or female) and would have to find the entrance to the vagina, then swim the entire reproductive tract.
Sperm ejaculated in the vagina are already sent in the right direction at the cervix.
Semen on the outer tissue could cause a STD if there is any small cut or abrasion. Practice Safe Sex!
Does all birth control make you gain weight?
Yes, most birth control pills do cause meight gain, but some less than others,
Can you start the pill without having your period?
Your are suppose to start the birth control pill the Sunday after your period. If you haven't had a period its best to take a pregnancy test to make sure your not pregnant. If you test is negative then you can go to your gyne doctor and they can give you a pill to start your period.
