Pregnancy should be desired: contraception and emergency help
Family planning is the cornerstone of a woman's reproductive health. While modern medicine offers numerous methods of control, situations can occur where a regular method fails or intercourse was unprotected. In such cases, it is critical to act within the first 72 hours.
Key Facts About Emergency Contraception:
- Time is Effectiveness: The highest chance of success (up to 95%) is achieved when the medication is taken within the first 24 hours. After 72 hours, the effectiveness of most oral methods significantly decreases.
- Mechanism of Action: Medications (based on levonorgestrel or ulipristal acetate) delay ovulation. If fertilization has already occurred, these pills do not terminate the pregnancy.
- Alternative: The insertion of a copper intrauterine device (IUD) by a doctor within 5 days of contact is the most effective method of emergency assistance.
Modern Contraceptive Methods
To avoid reliance on emergency measures, it is best to choose a reliable long-term method:
- Hormonal Contraception: Pills, patches, injections, or hormonal IUDs. When properly selected, these provide the most reliable protection.
- Barrier Methods: Condoms are the only method that simultaneously protects against unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
- Natural Methods: The calendar method, basal body temperature monitoring, and cervical mucus observation. These methods require strict adherence and awareness, but even then, they are less effective and do not always guarantee pregnancy prevention.
Why Is a Doctor's Consultation Important?
The topic of contraception is often accompanied by stress or myths. Self-selecting hormonal drugs can lead to menstrual cycle irregularities or other side effects. Assistance from a qualified gynecologist ensures that the chosen method is safe for your specific health needs.
At Doctor Sam Medical Center, we adhere to the principles of confidentiality and professional ethics. We are ready to provide rapid assistance in emergency situations and help you select an individual contraception program.
Do not face your fears alone. Reach out to specialists in time.
