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Types of contraception

Vídeos sobre anticoncepción

Choosing the right contraception can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options makes it easier to find what suits you best. Our expert-led videos cover all types of contraception from pills and patches to long-acting methods and barrier options, plus an overview of post birth control syndrome to help you know what to expect when stopping hormonal methods.

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Visión general

Contraception, also known as birth control, are methods used to prevent pregnancy. They can be devices, medications, or procedures.

¿Qué es la anticoncepción?

Contraceptive pills and patches

Contraceptive pills and patches are hormone-based methods that help prevent pregnancy by stopping your body from releasing eggs and thickening cervical mucus to keep sperm out.

Playlist: Contraceptive pills and patches

6 videos

How does the birth control pill work?

Dra. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How does the birth control pill work?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How long do you have to be on birth control for it to be effective?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How effective is the birth control patch?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

What are the side effects of the birth control patch?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Where is the best place to put the birth control patch?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How effective is the morning after pill?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

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Anticonceptivos reversibles de acción prolongada

Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are methods like implants and coil that provide reliable, long-term pregnancy protection. They typically last from 3-10 years but can be removed at any time.

Playlist: Long-acting reversible contraceptives

7 videos

How does the implant work on the body?

Dra. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How does the implant work on the body?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How long after the implant is inserted can you be sexually active?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Can you get pregnant when you have the implant?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Can you get the implant removed early?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

How effective is the contraceptive injection?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

¿Qué es un DIU-LNG?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

¿Cuáles son los distintos tipos de DIU-LNG?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Métodos de barrera

Barrier contraceptive methods work by preventing the sperm from reaching the egg. They include condoms, diaphragms, and spermicides.

Playlist: Barrier methods

5 vídeos

¿Cuál es la diferencia entre un capuchón y un diafragma?

Dra. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

¿Cuál es la diferencia entre un capuchón y un diafragma?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

¿Cómo se utiliza un diafragma?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

What are the different types of condoms?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

¿Cómo se utiliza un preservativo femenino?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Should you use two condoms?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

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Esterilización

Sterilisation is a permanent way to prevent pregnancy. It refers to simple procedure that blocks or seals the fallopian tubes in women or the sperm tubes in men.

Playlist: Sterilisation

4 vídeos

¿Qué es una histerectomía?

Profesora Lesley Regan, FRCOG

¿Qué es una histerectomía?

Prof. Lesley Regan, FRCOG

¿Qué es una vasectomía?

Dr. Roger Henderson, MBBS

Can vasectomies fail?

Dra. Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGP

Do you still ejaculate after a vasectomy?

Dra. Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGP

Post birth control syndrome

Post birth control syndrome refers to the range of symptoms that some women can experience happen when stopping hormonal birth control. These include changes in mood, periods, or skin.

Navigating Post Birth Control Syndrome - Symptoms and Solutions

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