Question

In detailed paragraphs (two to three), distinguish among the different types of contraceptives.

Answer 1

There are 5 different types of contraceptive methods currently known to human beings. Let us describe each of them and see the differences between them.

Most commonly used contraceptive method is the barrier method. In this method, the condom is used during sexual intercourse to prevent ejaculation of semen into the female reproductive system thereby preventing pregnancy. Long term reversible contraception is another most commonly used method next to the barrier method. This method includes insertion of an intrauterine device such as implants permanently into the female reproductive system which has life upto3 years. It has a 99% chance of preventing fertility and this method is reversible whenever the female opts for fertility by implant removal.

Hormonal contraception is another mode which uses hormonal contraceptive pills and Depo Provera injection in females as to prevent fertility. The injection is taken once in every 3 months and pills are taken one per day until female opts to conceive. The emergency contraceptive method uses emergency contraceptive pills which are used by females within 2 days of sexual intercourse where the couple is not intended to get pregnant. Fertility awareness is another method of counseling where couples are counseled by a family physician regarding the safe periods and fertility periods. Permanent contraception is an irreversible method of contraception which will completely prevent future pregnancies by performing surgeries such as vasectomy in males and tubectomy in females.