12 contraception every teenager should know

Let's be realistic. Obviously, it is the best that you wait until adulthood before starting sexual activity. But your hormones are rampaging and it is difficult to endure temptations if you're a teenager. The simple truth is that most adolescents begin in sex long before their parents wanted. If you're going to do, do it intelligently. You need to know how to protect yourself. That sex does not catch you off guard and you Pesques sexually transmitted disease or end up with an unwanted pregnancy.

The use of birth control is nothing new. On the contrary, it is so old that even for the time of your grandparents was already an old theme. Anyway, you do not think you're going to use the same methods they used them. Times have changed and new methods have been discovered.

If you are interested in selecting a contraceptive method for you and your partner, the first thing you should know is that even today there are many methods, that are all the most suitable for teenagers. Now I will demonstrate 12 contraceptive methods that every teenager should know. Find out what could be the most convenient for you:

1.   Condom :

is the easiest way to prevent pregnancy when having sex, and has the advantage that helps prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV. There are for men and women, and are safer latex. They come with or without lubricant, with and without spermicide. It is important to use them correctly to ensure safe sex.

2.   Natural methods :

There are several methods (rhythm method, calendar method, Billing method, basal body temperature method, coitus interruptus, etc.) are characterized by first identifying when you ovulate women and avoid sex during these days, it is when there is more chance of a pregnancy. They can be applied only if the woman has her regular menstrual cycles. In the coitus interruptus, the man is out of the vagina before he ejaculates, but pre-ejaculate fluid also has sperm. They are inexpensive, but difficult methods to follow and more risk in terms of preventing pregnancy. No help prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

3. pills or contraceptive patches:

These methods are used when you have a regular active sex life with a steady partner in which you can trust not transmit any STD or HIV. In both cases your hormone levels change. With pills or pills that must be taken daily and is recommended to be around the same time, for example, at night. The patches are stuck to the skin 1 time a week somewhere in the body. They are quite effective as long as you use them correctly.

4. Injectable Contraception:

It  is a method by which hormones also give you but the injection lasts three months. The advantage is that you do not have to worry about doing anything during that time to prevent pregnancy. It does not protect you against sexually transmitted diseases. And one side effect is that periods may decrease or disappear during the months when you have the effect of injection. That does not mean that affects your future fertility.

5. Spermicides:

They are responsible for destroying the sperm. You can find them in jelly, cream or foam and are usually inserted into the vagina or the condom few minutes before having sex. They are much more effective when used in conjunction with condoms, and do not help prevent STDs or HIV.

6. Sponge with spermicide:

The sponge with spermicide works by blocking sperm entry to the cervix and using spermicide, if used correctly. It is another option. It does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. You can not use if you are allergic to sulfa drugs, or components to the polyurethane sponge and can increase the risk of a toxic syndrome which causes coma. This condition is more common if the sponge is left inside the vagina for extended periods (over 30 hours) or if used soon after giving birth, having had an abortion or if you have bleeding. In all these cases it is recommended to use another method of contraception.

7. Diaphragm:

The diaphragm is a crescent of latex having a flexible metal ring that allows the push ups to get it enter the vagina and put on the neck of the womb. The ring is of different sizes. The gynecologist determines which one is right for you and gives you a prescription. Before inserting, it is recommended to apply spermicide at the base of the crescent. Like other methods, it does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. It is not recommended if you are allergic to latex, if you tend to have infections of the urine frequently or if you had a recent abortion.

8. Cervical cap:

The cervical cap is very similar to the diaphragm on how it works but has a different a little way, is like a sailor hat and made of silicone. But it requires spermicide for not move. It is not recommended for people who are allergic to silicone or spermicides. If you have given birth in the last ten weeks or have had a recent abortion, if they have an injury or infection in the cervix. It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections. Neither the diaphragm or cervical cap recommended as there is bleeding because they increase the risk of toxic syndrome with coma develops.

9.  Intrauterine device:

The intrauterine device is a T - shaped gadget that can be of different materials with or without hormones. The gynecologist inserts it into the womb to prevent pregnancy. It is the most effective methods, but generally recommended for women who have had babies, A disadvantage is that increased menstrual bleeding and sometimes cause menstrual cramps. Occasionally you can leave or you can drill the matrix, the latter is very rare. It does not protect against STDs or HIV.

10.   Vasectomy :

Vasectomy  (for men), is a method of sterilization is not recommended as a temporary contraceptive. It does not protect against STDs or HIV.

11. Tubal ligation:

Tubal ligation (for women), is a method of sterilization is not recommended as a temporary contraceptive. It does not protect against STDs or HIV.

12.   Emergency Contraception :

Also known as the "morning after pill" or rescue contraceptives are literally some pills that can be taken within 72 hours after having sex. And as the name implies, it is for emergency it serves to prevent pregnancy when you had unprotected sex or an accident with another contraceptive method as when you break the condom. Should not be used as a method of regular contraception.

If you still have doubts, do not fear to consult a doctor or sexual health advisor. Contraceptive methods were no longer a taboo for others long, they do not remain for you does.