Question
Any four methods of contraception used by humans. How does their use have a direct effect on the health and prosperity of the family?
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Answer
The following are the four methods of contraception used by humans:
- Natural method in which sexual act is avoided from day 10th today 17th of the menstrual cycle.
- Barrier method in which condoms are used as protection.
- Oral contraceptives like tablets or drugs that prevent the release of eggs, thus preventing fertilisation.
- Implants and surgical methods: Contraceptive devices such as the loop or copper-T are placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy. Some surgical methods like vasectomy and tubectomy.
- It helps in preventing unwanted pregnancies.
- It prevents the chances of frequent pregnancies, which otherwise affect the health of females.
- It helps in family planning by controlling the number of children in a family, thus reducing the chances of poverty.
- It also reduces the chances of transmission of sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS.
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