The use of hormones progesterone and estrogen to prevent pregnancy is called hormonal contraception. They work by either preventing ovulation, thicken the cervical mucus to prevent sperm from entering the uterus, and by making the uterus lining thin to prevent implantation. The different types of hormonal contraception are oral contraceptives, injectable Progestin, vaginal ring, intrauterine hormonal device, and Progestin implants.
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Which is an effective contraceptive that is safe for long-term use?
Query: Hi doctor,My partner and I are living together and want to take monthly contraceptive pills. I am a 29-year-old male, and she is 26 years old, with no major health conditions. She has taken "Descon 21" tablets earlier, and we have found them very effective. Therefore can we continue the same for lon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly mention your future plans for pregnancy. Personally, I am not in favor of hormonal contraception, especially for long-term use as they harm the liver and suppress ovulation and decidualize the endometrium. If you use it for two years, immediate pregnancy might... Read Full »