type of contraceptive-effectiveness

• male condoms

  • advantages-no side effects
  • disadvantages-if used incorrectly or torn,it is likely to be ineffective
• femidom

  • advantages-helps to protect against STI's
  • disadvantages-if used incorrectly or torn,likely to be ineffective
• diaphragm/CAP

  • advantages-usually no serious side effects
  • disadvantages-need to use correctly
• combined pill

  • advantages-periods can become lighter and less painful
  • disadvantages-may not be effective
• POP

  • advantages-can be used at any age
  • disadvantages-doesn't protect against STI's
• contraceptive injection

  • advantages-lasts up to 13 weeks
  • disadvantages-side effects,mood swings
• contraceptive implant

  • advantages-safe for breastfeeding
  • disadvantages-periods may stop or be irregular
• IUD

  • advantages-no hormonal or health risks
  • disadvantages-heavier periods
• IUS

  • advantages-works for 3-5 years
  • disadvantages-causes mood swings
• emergency contraceptive pill

  • advantages-no serious side effects
  • disadvantages-causes sickness