Patient's question:
Hello, we already have a child and don't want to have any more babies. Can tubal ligation be a method that allows for breastfeeding while also preventing HIV and sexually transmitted diseases?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the method to prevent pregnancy and HIV/AIDS is to use condoms, not induced abortion. Tubal ligation is an open, traumatic surgical procedure that can only prevent breastfeeding but cannot prevent sexually transmitted diseases. It is recommended to make a careful decision about the surgical method and use condoms as much as possible through contraceptive measures. HIV is primarily spread through blood, with sexual transmission being the main route and mother-to-child transmission being secondary. To prevent HIV, one must maintain a clean lifestyle, avoid promiscuity, not engage in sexual relations with HIV-infected individuals, maintain a healthy sexual life, take daily protective measures, and also pay attention to blood donation safety—donating blood at regular, non-profit organizations. Avoid drug use and sharing needles with others to comprehensively and effectively prevent HIV.