Methods of Contraception

Abstract

Tina and Dan are newlyweds who did not have pre-marital sex . Within one year , they would like to start a family . For now , they are considering various birth control methods . Linda is a young , single woman who is actively dating . She only chooses to be intimate with long-term committed partners , and she does not want to be a single mother . She is aware of the risks that are associated with sexually transmitted diseases . In Linda 's case , she needs birth control that will prevent pregnancy as well as provide protection from

sexually transmitted diseases . Today , there are many birth control options for married couples as well as singles

Tina and Dan have a few birth control options . Tina can take oral contraceptives . The pill has a 0 .1 percent failure rate (Glasier , 48 Menstrual periods tend to be regular and lighter . However , some women gain weight while taking oral contraceptives . Headaches , mood swings acne , or breast tenderness are also possible side effects (Glasier , 70 Intrauterine systems and devices , like Mirena , have a pregnancy rate of 0 .1 in the first year . Sides effects can include increased menstrual bleeding and period pain (dysmenorrhea . The transdermal contraceptive patch , such as Ortho Evra and Evra , had an overall failure rate of 1 .24 and the failure rate among perfect users was 0 .99 /100 woman-years (Glasier , 50 . Breast discomfort and painful periods are also common side effects

For Linda , she can use male or female condoms in addition to a backup method...