Birth-Control


History of Birth Control Pill

A major achievement in the history of medical science was the introduction of Birth control pills. It was a bon for the women who faced problems during abortions. The women could effectively control child bearing by taking a pill. “The Pill” is the common name for oral contraception.

Women all over the world have been using […]

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Loestrin Birth Control Pill

Loestrin Birth Control Pill is a type of oral contraceptive. These pills contain two female hormones estrogen and progestin. But if its exposure is high, estrogen can be somewhat harmful for your body. These pills generally contain 30 to 50 microgram of estrogen. But Loestrin Birth Control Pill has only 20 microgram of estrogen. These […]

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Nuva Ring Birth Control

Nuva Ring is one if the effective methods of birth control. It is a soft flexible ring of about 2 inches in diameter. It is worn in vagina. After wearing the ring for three weeks, it is removed for one week, in which the menstrual period occurs. It is a hormonal birth control measure containing […]

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Acne Information Articles

Acne is a skin disorder that shows up different types of bumps. Clogging of pores with too much skin’s oil, dead cell and germs called bacteria mainly causes the same. However acne is not a severe health threat. But, it can be permanently scaring. Acne may occur in the form of White head, black head, […]

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What ‘girls’ should know?

Girls believe, or better say, perceive many things about reproductive health that is simply not true. They are nothing more than mere myths. Following are some of the facts that girls must know in order to have a better and protected sex life.

Having Unprotected Sex on Menstruation Period
This is one of the most common […]

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Effects of Birth Control Pills against Acne

The low dosage of birth control pills can be effectively used in the treatment of acne. So, the next time, you are out to find a way to reduce pimples and acne, it might be a good idea to discuss your skin problems with your gynecologist instead of your dermatologist. This way, depending upon your […]

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What is Birth Control Patch?

Birth Control Patch is one of the hormonal methods of contraception. It is a 4-½ Cm square plastic patch. This patch is placed directly on the skin of the woman, which in turn releases hormones through the skin into the bloodstream in order to prevent pregnancy.

Function
Birth Control Patch works on the basis of hormones. Basically […]

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What Norplant Implants Do (definition and work)

Norplant implants are one of the long acting contraceptive methods. It includes consist of six matchstick-sized plastic capsules, which are inserted under the skin of your upper arm by a trained health care provider. They make a very small cut on your upper arm in order to place the same. The Norplant implants can stay […]

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Spermicides

Spermicides are one of the best birth control methods. It comes in the form of gel, cream, foam, film and suppositories. All the spermicides are similar in work but only thing is the amount of chemical (Nonoxynol-9) that contain, which may vary from 1% to 5%.

Function
Spermicides prevent pregnancy by killing or immobilizing sperms. It also […]

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What is IUD

IUD is the short form of Intra Uterine Device. It is one of the most effective and safer birth control methods. It is a small and flexible T shaped device, normally made of plastic and having a thread that hangs down into the upper part of the vagina. It is placed inside a woman’s uterine […]

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