An Overview Of Birth Control
It is critical to utilize birth control, which meets your distinct circumstances and health requirements when it pertains to family planning and avoiding unplanned pregnancy. OB/GYN specialists Lauren Spoo, MD, M. Bruce Christopherson, MD, FACOG, and Mina Sinacori, MD, MPH, FACOG of Memorial Women's Specialists in Houston, Tx, take an individualized approach to women’s health. They work very closely with you to select a birth control method, which allows you to maintain control over your body and health. Call the office or request an appointment online today to find out more about Memorial City birth control.
What is the Definition of Birth Control?
Birth control, often known as contraception, refers to all women's procedures employed to avoid becoming pregnant. This could encompass prescription pharmaceuticals as well as condoms purchased at a pharmacy.
Women have many options when it concerns birth control, but some are more efficient than others. Some birth control methods can also aid in the management of gynecological disorders such as endometriosis.
What Forms of Birth Control Are There?
Birth control comes in a variety of forms, including:
Short-Lived Hormonal Birth Control
Short-term birth control entails the birth control patch, shot, or pill. These drugs halt ovulation or keep sperm from reaching your ovum in time to fertilize it.
Besides family planning, Memorial Women's Specialists could also recommend short-term hormonal birth control to address gynecological concerns.
Barrier-Building Techniques
Barrier birth control options include diaphragms and cervical caps. To avoid pregnancy, you should follow these measures every time you engage in penetrative sex.
Condoms are a barrier birth control technique, which also protects against several STDs.
Long-Term Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs)
LARCs are embedded contraceptives, which avoid pregnancy by preventing ovulation (the release of an ovum from the ovaries) or rendering it difficult for sperm to enter the egg for fertilization. LARCs are virtually as efficient as sterilization at avoiding conception.
LARCs include birth control implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs).
Sterilization
Sterilization is an invasive technique involving cutting or blocking the fallopian tubes to prevent an egg from fertilizing with sperm. It is one of the most reliable birth control methods, but it is a long-term solution.
Is It True That You Are An Excellent Candidate for LARCs?
Although Memorial Women's Specialists provide all types of birth control, they are experts in installing and administering LARCs. If you require a long-active form of birth control and plan a future pregnancy, they could think you are the right fit for LARCs.
Memorial Women's Specialists provides various LARCs, including:
IUDs
IUDs are T-shaped gadgets positioned in your uterus by your OB/GYN. Mirena® and Kyleena® hormonal IUDs, as well as Paragard® non-hormonal IUDs, are available at Memorial Women's Specialists.
Once administered, a hormonal IUD can keep you from getting pregnant for around five years, whereas a non-hormonal IUD can keep you from getting pregnant for up to a decade or more.
Implantable Contraception
The birth control implant is a matchstick-sized rod that delivers hormones preventing conception by stopping ovulation and thickening your cervical mucus. Your doctor inserts the birth control system, Nexplanon®, in your upper arm and can prevent unplanned pregnancy for about five years.
Women of all ages can access specialized, caring, and extensive obstetrics and gynecological care at Memorial Women's Specialists. Arrange your birth control consultation today through mobile or book online to get started.
