Question 8:
What are the different methods of contraception?
Answer:
The contraceptive methods can be broadly divided into the following types:
• Natural method→ It involves avoiding the chances of meeting of sperms and
ovum. In this method, the sexual act is avoided from day 10th to 17th of the
menstrual cycle because during this period, ovulation is expected and therefore,
the chances of fertilization are very high.
• Barrier method → In this method, the fertilization of ovum and sperm is
prevented with the help of barriers. Barriers are available for both males and
females. Condoms are barriers made of thin rubber that are used to cover penis
in males and vagina in females.
• Oral contraceptives →In this method, tablets or drugs are taken orally. These
contain small doses of hormones that prevent the release of eggs and thus
fertilization cannot occur.
• Implants and surgical methods →Contraceptive devices such as the loop or
Copper-T are placed in uterus to prevent pregnancy. Some surgical methods can
also be used to block the gamete transfer. It includes the blocking of vas deferens
to prevent the transfer of sperms known as vasectomy. Similarly, fallopian tubes
of the female can be blocked so that the egg will not reach the uterus known as
tubectomy.
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