Tag: family planning
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Contraception: choosing the method that suits you
Choosing the right contraceptive method can be a daunting task, and it heavily depends on your personal needs. Some individuals might only require protection against pregnancy, while others may also require protection against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as AIDS, chlamydia, herpes, genital warts, gonorrhea, and syphilis. It is recommended that you speak to your…
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Contraceptives types
All contraceptives can be divided into hormonal and non-hormonal. The first contains female sex hormones and affects the process of egg maturation, and its readiness for fertilization. Hormones are usually taken in the form of oral medications, but can also be injected into the body in the form of injections, implants, or vaginal remedies. Non–hormonal…
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What is contraception?
Contraception (or, in other words, contraception) is a term denoting several methods that cause temporary (in some special cases permanent) inability to fertilize, resulting in an unplanned pregnancy. People have been working on the possibility of preventing unwanted pregnancy since ancient times. Already in the earliest civilizations, people noticed that women soon after giving…