Controlling fertility

• Why is the natural method not advisable for contraception?

  It is not very effective
• What hormones are contained in the contraceptive method that stops FSH being released?

  Oestrogen and progesterone
• What is the effectiveness rate of the contraceptive method that contains oestrogen and progesterone?

  Over 99% effective
• What are the side effects of the contraceptive method containing oestrogen and progesterone?

  Headaches and feeling sick
• Does the contraceptive method containing oestrogen and progesterone protect against STIs?

  No, it does not protect against STIs
• How long does the contraceptive method that lasts about a week remain effective?

  About a week
• What is a potential issue with the contraceptive method that lasts about a week?

  It could fall off easily
• How long does the contraceptive method containing progesterone last?

  Up to 3 years
• What is a disadvantage of the contraceptive method that lasts for 2-3 months?

  It has side effects such as headaches
• What do some contraceptive methods do to prevent pregnancy?

  Stop eggs maturing or implanting
• What is a key feature of contraceptive methods that need to be inserted by a medical professional?

  They work immediately after fitting
• What is the primary function of condoms during sexual intercourse?

  Covers the penis and stops sperm entry
• What is the effectiveness of condoms when used correctly?

  Very effective
• What is a benefit of using condoms?

  Prevents passing on STIs
• Where can condoms be obtained?

  Clinics and shops
• What is a rare issue that can occur with condoms?

  They can split open
• What is a common allergy related to condoms?

  Some people are allergic to latex
• What is the function of a diaphragm in contraception?

  Stops sperm entering the uterus
• What is a disadvantage of using a diaphragm?

  Difficult to insert
• What is a spermicide?

  A gel that kills sperm
• What is the effectiveness rate of spermicide?

  70-80% effective
• What is a disadvantage of spermicide?

  May cause irritation of the penis/vagina