... the diaphragm in that It keeps sperm from mixing with cervical mucus and entering the uterus and fertilizing an egg. --Like the diaphragm, It is used with a spermicidal (sperm-killing) cream or jelly. Advantages: -- Can be left in place for up to 48 hours -- Requires only one small application of spermicide inside the cap at time of insertion. -- Good alternative for ... , have diabetes or raised blood pressure. ) -- X women 35 yrs. Old. -- X heart disease(family), thrombosis How reliable is it? -- depends on YOU. -- less than one woman per 100 will get pregnant within a year. -- affect ...

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... the spread of diseases and preventing pregnancy, there are disadvantages. Condoms break easily and holes can form almost instantly when oil-based lubricants, such as Vaseline, suntan oil or whipped cream, are used. Skin condoms are an alternative to latex for preventing pregnancy, but do not stop diseases from spreading. Polyurethane condoms prevent infection as well as pregnancy. Oral contraceptives are ... has had unprotected sex. The pill, also known as "the morning after pill" is basically a very high dose birth control pill containing both Estrogen and Progestin. It should be taken...

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... , thicken cervical mucus to keep sperm from joining egg and prevents fertilized egg from implanting in uterus for about three months. Another type of chemical birth control are spermicidal jelly, cream or foam. Spermicides can be used without medical supervision, and must be used with each act of intercourse. These have no side affects but must be used exactly according to ... birth control method. Millions of women around the world have used emergency contraceptives safely and effectively. Emergency contraceptive pills are taken in two doses. The first dose should be taken within 72 hou...

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