Patient's question:
What other methods can be used for contraception besides wearing condoms and taking birth control pills before pregnancy?My husband and I want to have a child next September, and I've heard that taking birth control pills is not good for having children, so I'm reluctant to take them. Since last week, we've been using condoms (because the chance of pregnancy is relatively small), but every time we have sex, it's very unpleasant and very uncomfortable for both of us.
Doctor, can you tell me if there are any other methods for contraception before pregnancy besides these? (Effective contraception that doesn't affect pregnancy)
I'm very troubled. Thank you for your advice!
Doctor's answer:
There are many types of long-term contraception methods, including intrauterine devices (IUDs), short-acting birth control pills, long-acting birth control pills, emergency contraception pills, subdermal implants, and topical contraception methods, etc. Among these, short-acting birth control pills are the most commonly used. If taken correctly, they achieve almost 100% contraceptive effectiveness.Long-term contraception methods Long-acting birth control pills are used only once a month, and some can be used every 2-3 months. They reduce the inconvenience of daily medication, but their effectiveness is slightly lower than that of short-acting birth control pills.