Patient's question:
We are university students who are dating and living together, afraid of getting pregnant. Since we have a baby, I want to ask a few female friends about the types of birth control measures.Doctor's answer:
Women have several contraceptive methods available, including oral contraceptives, condoms, and intrauterine devices (IUDs). An IUD can be decided upon. The IUD should be placed 3-7 days after the menstrual period ends. After insertion, it is important to rest, avoid sexual intercourse and for half a month, and avoid heavy physical labor. Alternatively, if unprotected intercourse occurs, emergency contraception can be taken within 72 hours to prevent pregnancy. After taking emergency contraception, effective contraception must be used again if sexual intercourse occurs. If the menstrual cycle arrives but the period does not come on time, a pregnancy test should be used to rule out the possibility of pregnancy.