Family planning methods. Which is better?

There are 6 types of Family Planning Method namely:

• Long Acting Reversible Method (LARC)
• Hormonal Contraceptive
• Barrier Method of Contraception
• Natural Contraceptive Method
• Emergency Contraceptive
• Permanent Contraceptive Method
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• Long-Acting Reversible Method (LARC)

1. IUD that lasts for 5-10 years.
2. Implant that lasts for 3-5 years up to 10 years.

It is also called “fit and forget” contraceptive because you do not need to remember them after insertion. They are ≥ 99% effective

• Hormonal Contraceptive

This includes:

1. Pills

Two types of pills:

• Combined oral contraceptive pills.
• Progesterone only contraceptive pills.

• You get an injection every 3 months.
• It is effective for about 99%.

3. Patches

• Barrier Method of Contraception

1. Condoms
2. Diaphram

They are easy to use, over-the-counter. It protects against STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease)

• Natural Contraceptive Method

It is by counting and avoiding ovulation days.
Coitus Interruptus.

• Emergency Contraceptive

Two options available:

1. Hormonal Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP) which should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is effective up to 75-80%.
2. IUD Copper T which is usually effective up to 98% and it should be inserted by your doctor within 5 days of unprotected intercourse.

When to use Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP)?

• If your barrier or condom splits.
• If you had unprotected intercourse.
• If you have vomiting or diarrhea while you are on pills.
• If you missed your injectable contraceptive.
• If you have been forced to have sex without protection.

• Permanent Contraceptive Method
  
  Sterilization or tubal ligation is meant to be irreversible. It prevents all future pregnancies.Either tubal ligation or vasectomy, both are considered minor surgeries and done under anesthesia.

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