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Pros and cons of contraceptives
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Pros and cons of contraceptives
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Birth Control
A. Condom
1. Description
2. How does it work?
3. How effective?
4. Where available?
5. Advantages/disadvantages of use.
6. Your opinion
B. Diaphragm
1. Description
2. How does it work?
3. How effective?
4. Where available?
5. Advantages/disadvantages of use.
6. Your opinion
C. Tubal Ligation
1. Description
2. How does it work?
3. How effective?
4. Where available?
5. Advantages/disadvantages of use.
6. Your opinion
D. Vasectomy
1. Description
2. Where available?
3. How effective?
4. How does it work?
5. Advantages/disadvantages of use.
6. Your opinion
The Condom
A thin, stretchy sheath about two inches in diameter and six to eight inches long, designed to be worn over penis during sex. Condoms form a physical barrier between penis and the vagina. After ejaculation the tip of the condom holds the semen and prevents it from traveling to woman's reproductive system to fertilize the egg.
Majority of condoms are made out of latex, a form of natural rubber. Condoms made of lamb intestines are often reffered to as skin or natural-membrane condoms. Lamb skin condoms are used less often due to the fact that it does not prevent transmission of STD's.
Condoms come rolled up in individual packets. After the erection is complete the condom should be rolled down to the base of the penis while holding the tip of the condom. If the man is not circumcised, the foreskin should be pulled back to put the condom on. The penis should be withdrawn from the vagina immidiately after the ejaculation and the penis starts to soften. When withdrawing the penis the condom should be held by the bottom to prevent if from staying in the womans vagina. When withdrawn it should be taken off carefully, wi...
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...Young men should consider this step very carefully. Unlike tubal ligation, which is effective immediately, it can take months before a couple can have sex without using backup contraceptive. Like tubal ligation it provides no protection against STD's.
In my opinion this method is only good for men that do not want to be the biological father of any children in the future. Men who are sensative to surgery should think hard before they proceed with this.
Bibliography:
Bibliography
A. Samuel A. Pasquale, M.D., and Jennifer Cadoff, The Birth Control Book: A Complete Guide to Your Contraceptive Options, New York: Ballantine Books, 1996
B. Beverly Winikoff and Suzanne Wymenlenberg, The Contraceptive Handbook: a guide to safe and effective choices, New York: A Division of Consumers Union, 1992.
C. "birth control." Encyclopedia Encarta, 1999 ed.
Sanger, Margaret. "The Morality of Birth Control." Gifts of Speech. Smith College, 2012. Web. 15 Dec. 2013.
Since 1912 Sanger had dreamed of a pill that would provide cheap, safe, and effective contraception. In 1951 Margaret Sanger met Dr. Gregory Pincus, a biologist whose expertise was in the field of fertility. Planned Parenthood Federation of America provided a grant to research the effect of progesterone on ovulation. Dr. Pincus’ research supported earlier findings that progesterone acts as an inhibitor to ovulation. With these findings, Margaret Sanger was able to convince Katherine McCormick, a wealthy heiress, to provide the funding for Dr. Gregory Pincus to develop the first birth control
Lader, Lawrence. RU486: The Pill That Could End the Abortion Wars. New York: Addison-Wesley Inc., 1991.
Dr. Aletta Jacobs was the only physician to explicitly support the use of birth control by women based on personal choice not simply medical need like Dr. John Williams. Dr. R.C. Brannon and Dr. Howard A. Kelly both felt the only legitimate way to prevent pregnancy was abstinence, reasons for this argument ranged from an inherent moral obligation to maintaining mental health. The Harpers Weekly interviews show how multifaceted the issue of birth control was, how it offended people on a moral and social level. It would have been more beneficial had the document been more ethnically diverse with more women weighing in.
This lecture on the Pill will focus on the introduction, controversies, and outcome of women’s control of contraception during the mid 20th century. It will also discuss how the Pill became an influential stepping-stone for women activists. I chose to focus this discussion on three questions. First, what did the Pill teach us about the role of women in the middle 20th century? Second, what were the arguments for and against the Pill? Lastly, how safe was the Pill and what effects did women experience from taking it? By centering in on these questions, I hope to provide insight on the struggles women faced before and after this birth control technology became readily available to women in the United States.
Is it time to bring OCs over the counter?. (2010). Contraceptive Technology Update, 31(7), 77-
Oakley, Ann. “Beyond The Yellow Wallpaper.” Reproductive Health Matters 5.10 (1997): 29-39. JSTOR. Web. 7 April 2011.
Weimar, Carrie. "Women taking birth control pills for reasons other than contraception." UF Health Podcasts. UF Health Communications, 1 February 2012. Web. 8 Dec 2013.
Freely accessible birth control for teenagers has always been a topic of debate, but it prevents pregnancy, abortion, and it also has many health benefits. There are cons to the argument that suggests a rise in promiscuity in the adolescent demographic, but in spite of these cons the rise of birth control continues, because access to birth control helps adolescents make an informed and safe decision on whether or not to participate in sexual activities. It doesn’t make the decision for them.
million women used this method in the U.K, which is 1 in every 3 women
Although birth control has been practiced since ancient times, the first organized efforts developed during the 19th century as population increased dramatically because of improved medical care, nutrition, and sanitation. However, birth control met with resistance. In 1873 the United States Congress enacted the Comstock Law, which prohibited the distribution of birth-control devices and information.
If the surgery is done by the right person, then there should be no problem with Vinny removing his genitals. None of the nullos say they have regretted their decision or have problems besides depression afterwards.
Dozens of couples in the United Kingdom are opting to have this done so they can give birth to free from disease
Use lubricant inside and outside the condom. (Many condoms are pre-lubricated.) Lubrication helps prevent rips and tears, and it increases sensitivity. Use only water-based lubricants, such as K-Y® jelly or LUVE, with latex condoms. Oil-based lubricants like petroleum jelly, cold cream, butter, or mineral and vegetable oils damage latex.
The only guaranteed option for birth control is abstinence. Abstaining from having sexual intercourse will ensure that pregnancy does not occur and also prevent sexually transmitted infections. People may find it difficult to abstain for long periods of time and tend to end their abstinence without being prepared to protect themselves against pregnancy or venereal diseases. Many choose outer course which is sexual play without vaginal intercourse. For others, it is a sexual play with no penetration at all.