Methods Of ContraceptionCombined pillContains hormones progestogen and oestrogen Progestogen-only pillAlso called the mini pill, contains the hormone progestogen IUD (intrauterine device, or copper coil)Inserted into the womb (uterus), does not contain hormones, and can be used as emergency contraception IUS (intrauterine system or hormonal coil)Inserted into the womb (uterus), and releases the hormone progestogen Contraceptive implantInserted under the skin of your arm, and releases the hormone progestogen Contraceptive injectionAn injection that contains the hormone progestogen Contraceptive patchA sticky patch is worn on the skin and releases the hormones progestogen and oestrogen Vaginal ringA soft, flexible ring put in the vagina, releasing the hormones progestogen and oestrogen CondomsWorn on the penis to help prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Internal (female) condomsPut in the vagina before sex to help prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Female sterilisationA procedure that permanently stops eggs meeting sperm Vasectomy (male sterilisation)A procedure that permanently stops sperm being ejaculated during sex Diaphragm or capPut inside the vagina before sex to stop sperm getting into the womb Natural family planningIncludes tracking your menstrual cycle to avoid sex when you're most fertile Emergency pill (morning after pill)This is taken within 3 or 5 days after sex, depending on the type of pill Sexual Health AdviceThroughout this series we have help and advice on staying healthy, dealing with Sexually Transmitted Infections, the risks of each type of the most popular gay sex and what to do if the sex you have is not consentual. The topics covered in this series include:
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