CERVICAL CAP

small circular rubber or plastic dome that fits

over the cervix to halt the passage of sperm.
Similar to diaphragm but smaller. May be used
with spermicidal cream or gel

• can remain in place longer than diaphragms,

Advantages: because they do not put pressure on the
vaginal walls or urethra; however should not
exceed 48 hours, to prevent cervical irritation.

• may be difficult to insert

Disadvantages: • tend to dislodge more readily than
diaphragms during intercourse
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Side effects:
• trauma to the cervix or vagina
• pelvic infection, cervicitis

Contraindications:
• Abnormally long/short cervix
• Abnormal pap smear
• History of Toxic shock syndrome
• Allergy to latex or spermicide
• History of cervicitis or cervical infection, cervical cancer
• Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
 INTRAUTERINE DEVICE (IUD)
small plastic, flexible T-shaped birth control device inserted into the
uterus to prevent pregnancy.

Creates a local sterile inflammatory condition that prevents implantation.

Alter tubal and uterine transport of the sperm to prevent fertilization

Advantages:
• inexpensive for long-term use
• reversible
• may be used in breast-feeding women
• requires no attention other than checking that string is in place

Disadvantages:
• Spontaneous expulsion may occur
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• spotting or uterine cramping the first
2 or 3 weeks after IUD insertion
Side effects & • Excessive menstrual flow- COMMON
Complications • Uterine infection, Toxic Shock
Syndrome (staphylococcal infection
from the use of tampons)

• pelvic infection (PID), STD’s,

Contraindicate multiple sexual partners
d with History • uterine abnormalities
of: • ectopic pregnancy
 IUD COMMON TYPES:
Copper T380(Paragard)
• T shaped plastic device with copper
• Effectivity: 10 years

Mirena IUD
• With reservoir of progesterone in the ste
• Effectivity :5-7 years

Health Teaching:
• Regular check up for placement of IUD string
• Yearly pelvic examination
 HORMONAL CONTRACEPTION

prevents the ovary from

releasing an egg
thickens cervical mucus to
prevent sperm from entering
the uterus
changes or thins the lining of
the uterus to prevent
implantation
COMBINATION OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES (COCS)
Contain hormones estrogen and progesterone

inhibits release of FSH, LH, and an ovum

taken daily preferably at the same time each
day
• Advantages:
• Reliable & convenient to use
• decrease menstrual cramps and pain(dysmenorrhea)
• reduce premenstrual acne due to increased
progesterone level

Disadvantages:
• no protection against STDs