Birth Control

Birth Control Choices highly depend on a number of factors, the preferences of the individual, his or her health, number of sexual partners, sexual activity, known success or failure rates and desire to still have children in the future. This article will discuss the three most effective contraception options used by the majority.

1. Birth Control Injections

This has been a popular choice for couples who prefer a one-time contraception for the longest time possible. With perfect use, they are 99.7% effective. Since the birth control Shot is effective for 3 months and are therefore done four times every year, it has resulted to the increase of number of people who are patronizing this kind of contraception. This works just like a the pill and has pretty much the same benefits and side effects. The only difference and advantage is that it has to be done only once in a long period of time. Today, clinics all over the world offer injection services to prevent pregnancy.

Reported side effects are darkening of the skin, weight gain/loss, headaches, dizziness and nausea. Other than these, injections are almost a hundred percent effective, depending on the correct usage. Also, women who smoke or have relative diseases are advised not to use this kind of contraception as it may trigger other diseases or may not be effective.

2. Male Condoms

Condoms are the most common type of effective contraception. When used correctly, they are 98% effective. It is used by majority of people in the world who are sexually active. It both prevents pregnancy and protects a person from sexually transmitted diseases. They are readily available in drugstores and supermarkets anywhere in the world.

Condoms are usually made from polyurethane or latex. Some studies suggest that condoms made from polyurethane are more reliable and durable (not to mention more expensive) compared to those made from latex, although some studies suggest otherwise. Since polyurethane condoms are thinner, they are preferred by more people because of its increased sensitivity. However, both types are very unlikely to break during sexual intercourse if used correctly.

3. Oral Contraceptive Pills

Another one on the top list of the most effective contraception is the birth control pill. Birth control pills are 92-99.7% effective. This is most common among married couples who are usually most sexually active. It is also common among young adults and teenagers who are avoiding pregnancy.

This method of contraception is highly effective if taken the correct way. A woman is supposed to take one pill everyday, each at an exact same time. There are two types of pill: (1) The Combination pill and (2) The Progestin-Only pill. Contrary to many people?s belief, there are actually some other medical benefits that the birth control pill can give a person, aside from prevention of pregnancy. It can lessen menstrual cramps, it helps regularize irregular menstrual periods, it helps improve acne, helps improve anemia, and many others.

Contraception methods maybe considered effective to some while to others they are not. To know which Birth Control is effective for you, visit your health care provider and ask for some suggestions.