What are the common contraceptive methods?

During sexual life, both men and women cannot just enjoy the pleasure, it is also crucial to take contraceptive measures. For unmarried men and women or married couples who do not plan to have children yet, knowing what common contraceptive methods are available will help them better prevent pregnancy. After all, once an unexpected pregnancy occurs, the consequences are very serious and should not be taken lightly.

1. Vaginal spermicide

Effectiveness - up to 94% under optimal use

——Up to 74% in actual use

advantage:

Spermicides increase vaginal lubrication and so can help women with vaginal dryness. This is also an over-the-counter medicine and can be purchased at a pharmacy.

shortcoming:

Some people may be allergic to certain types of spermicides. When used alone, it is not as effective as other methods.

2. Predict ovulation period

Effectiveness: 75%-99%

advantage:

By regularly measuring your temperature and monitoring your cervical mucus and other signs of ovulation, women can effectively control whether they become pregnant.

shortcoming:

This method requires constant recording of body temperature and other ovulation signs, as well as good control of sexual needs by both husband and wife during ovulation.

3. Male condoms

Effectiveness - up to 97% under optimal use conditions

——Up to 86% in actual use

advantage:

It can be purchased directly over the counter at pharmacies. During sexual intercourse, men using condoms can prevent bacteria from being introduced into the vagina and also help prevent sexually transmitted diseases.

shortcoming:

Male condoms may crack or slip off; condoms containing spermicide may also irritate the vagina. And it can only play a contraceptive role if the man is willing to use it.

4. Female condoms

Effectiveness - up to 95% under optimal use conditions

——Up to 79% in actual use

advantage:

This condom is inserted into the female vagina, and its outer edge can cover the female vulva to block the contact between the penis and the vagina. Women do not have to rely on men's willingness to use condoms. It can also effectively prevent sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS.

shortcoming:

Female condoms are also more likely to slip off if they are not placed properly during use.

As for the common contraceptive methods, I believe everyone is clear about them from the above introduction. Contraception is a long-term process, so it is best to choose a safer one that will not harm your health. Generally speaking, as long as men do not use the method of ejaculation outside the body, there will not be much risk, but women should be more vigilant.