Question

Which of the following needs to be replaced more frequently than others?

• A. Cervical cap
• B. Lippes loop
• C. Copper-T
• D. Progestasert

Answer 1

The correct option is A Cervical cap

The cervical cap is a barrier made of rubber, used by females. The soft rubber caps are inserted into the female reproductive tract to cover the cervix during sexual intercourse. The cervical cap blocks the entry of male semen and hence no fertilisation occurs. This kind of barrier is generally inserted for a short period and then removed. Lippes loop is the first generation intrauterine device (IUDs), which has long durability, which is not required to replace frequently. Once inserted, a Lippes loop can last between 3 to 5 years.
Copper-T is a copper-releasing intrauterine device that releases copper ions inside the uterus causing phagocytosis of sperms and also suppresses sperm motility. Copper-T need not be replaced frequently as it can last long once inserted. Progestasert is a hormone-releasing intrauterine device that is inserted into the uterus, where it releases the hormone obstructing the meeting of sperms with the ovum. It provides long term birth control and can remain in the uterus for up to five years.