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Contraception Barrier Methods

Uploaded by mumsa1 on Dec 13, 2011

Condoms are one of the most popular forms of contraception.

In this article:

What is barrier method contraception?
Background to condoms
Male condoms
How to use male condoms
Female condoms
Emergency contraception
How Chemist Online can help
Advice & Support

What is barrier method contraception?
Contraception is designed with the intention to prevent pregnancy. However, some methods are known as barrier methods. As well as preventing pregnancy, barrier methods are also designed to help prevent the spreading of sexually transmitted diseases.

Background to condoms
Condoms originated in Ancient Egypt, where a linen sheath was used. This was carried on through Roman times until over the centuries linen was replaced by rubber. At different points in British history the syphilis and gonorrhoea epidemics engendered a heightened focus upon condoms being used not only to prevent pregnancy, but also as a barrier method against sexually transmitted diseases. In fact, condoms being publicly perceived primarily as a preventative measure against pregnancy did not come until much later in Britain.

Now available in pubs, retail outlets and even 24-hour petrol stations, condoms come in a whole range of different colours, textures and flavours. They also come in different sizes and shapes.

Male condoms
What are they?
Male condoms fall into the category of barrier method contraception. They are designed to prevent sperm meeting the egg and also to protect both sexual partners from transmitting or catching a sexual infection, such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea and Syphilis.

How do they work?
Condoms are made of latex or polyurethane. They are designed to slide over the penis, but to grip tightly so that they do not come off or break during penetration. As the man ejaculates, his sperm collects in the tip area of the condom – thus preventing his sperm from meeting the egg.

Who can use them?
Men.

How reliable are they?
They are reliable if used properly and also with a water-based lubricant, such as KY jelly. However, for some men (and women), certain lubricants can cause allergies.

Advantages?
Male condoms are affordable, widely available and also extremely effective. In fact, male condoms are free on the NHS.

How to use male condoms
Although most men have used a condom at some time or other, or are aware of them and how to use them in general, it is important that condoms are used properly if they are going to be relied upon as an effective barrier method contraceptive.

Some condom usage rules:

Never use a condom more than once. Always dispose of a condom carefully...

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Uploaded by:   mumsa1

Date:   12/13/2011

Category:   Social Issues

Length:   4 pages (830 words)

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