Natural means of contraception
Artificial means of contraception.
Natural Methods :- Avoiding the coming together of ovum and sperm.
Periodic abstinence:Avoiding coitus from days 10 to 17 of the menstrual cycle
Coitus interruptus: Withdrawal of penis before ejaculation
Lactational amenorrhea: It is the absence of menstruation during lactation. So, in the lactation period, the chances of conception are almost zero.
Artificial Methods :- Physically preventing the coming together of ovum and sperm
Intra uterine devices (IUDs): They release hormones to cause phagocytosis of sperms, or they release copper ions to decrease sperm motility.
Oral contraceptive pills: They contain hormones—either progesterone or progesterone−oestrogen combination.
Surgical methods: Include vasectomy (removal of a part of the vas deferens in males) and tubectomy (removal of a part of the fallopian tubes in females).
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