What are the good methods for long-term contraception?

In fact, there are many methods of contraception, such as intrauterine devices, condoms, or injections. Emergency contraceptive pills can also play a role in contraception. However, it should be noted that long-term contraception through the use of birth control pills is generally not recommended. This is mainly because birth control pills often have some physical side effects and are harmful to your health. Here are some contraceptive methods that are suitable for long-term contraception and have almost no side effects on the body.

Tubal ligation for contraception: The inner side of the fallopian tube is connected to the uterus, while the outer end is free and close to the ovary. The egg runs from the fallopian tube to the uterine cavity. Contraceptive tubal ligation is a surgery to tie the fallopian tubes, blocking the passage of the egg to the uterus, in order to achieve the purpose of permanent sterilization of women. This procedure is suitable for adult women who desire permanent sterilization and have no contraindications to the procedure. Women who only want temporary or reversible contraception are not candidates for this procedure.

Intrauterine contraceptive device: Intrauterine contraceptive device is generally made of antiseptic plastic or metal, and some are added with some drugs (such as those that can release female hormones or indomethacin, etc.). There are many shapes of uterine rings, such as round, uterine cavity-shaped, T-shaped, etc. Doctors can choose the appropriate uterine ring according to the condition of each person's uterus.

Long-acting contraceptive injectables: They are combined progesterone acetate and megestrol acetate containing estrogen and progesterone. The first injection is given on the 5th and 10th-12th day of the menstrual cycle, and thereafter an injection is given on the 10th day of each menstrual cycle. The progestin-only contraceptive injection mainly contains medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA), which is injected once on the 5th day of menstruation and once every 3 months thereafter. About 2/3 of women experience irregular bleeding after using the pregnancy injection alone. Can be used in breastfeeding women.

Through the above introduction, friends have already had a certain understanding of some good methods of long-term contraception. It needs to be emphasized again here that, except for tubal ligation or male vasectomy, other contraceptive methods often cannot guarantee 100% effectiveness, so once contraception fails, active remedial measures must be taken.