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The Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP) | The Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP)is also known as the birth-control pill, or simply "the Pill". It consists of a combination of two female hormones: estrogen (oestrogen) and a progestin (progestogen), taken by mouth in the form of a tablet to inhibit normal female fertility. Hormones are chemical substances that control the functioning of the body's organs. In this case, the hormones in the Pill control the ovaries and the uterus. | ||
The birth control pill is | The birth control pill is pill that contains hormones to change the way the body works and prevent pregnancy. The two hormones that are contained in the pill (estrogen and progestin) will stop (if used correctly, this goes without saying!) the female user from ovulating, which in other terms is producing an egg each month. Since no egg will be produced, fertilization by the contact of sprem will not happen, and there will be no risk of pregnancy. | ||
Oral contraceptives are almost 100% effective when taken correctly. The mini-pill containing only one hormone, progesterone, and has an efficacy rate of 97%. | |||
This method of contraception is currently used by more than 100 million women worldwide. Its use varies widely by country, age, education, and marital status: one quarter of women aged 16–49 in Great Britain currently use the Pill, compared to only 1% of women in Japan. | This method of contraception is currently used by more than 100 million women worldwide. Its use varies widely by country, age, education, and marital status: one quarter of women aged 16–49 in Great Britain currently use the Pill, compared to only 1% of women in Japan. | ||
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What is a pill?
The Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP)is also known as the birth-control pill, or simply "the Pill". It consists of a combination of two female hormones: estrogen (oestrogen) and a progestin (progestogen), taken by mouth in the form of a tablet to inhibit normal female fertility. Hormones are chemical substances that control the functioning of the body's organs. In this case, the hormones in the Pill control the ovaries and the uterus.
The birth control pill is pill that contains hormones to change the way the body works and prevent pregnancy. The two hormones that are contained in the pill (estrogen and progestin) will stop (if used correctly, this goes without saying!) the female user from ovulating, which in other terms is producing an egg each month. Since no egg will be produced, fertilization by the contact of sprem will not happen, and there will be no risk of pregnancy.
Oral contraceptives are almost 100% effective when taken correctly. The mini-pill containing only one hormone, progesterone, and has an efficacy rate of 97%.
This method of contraception is currently used by more than 100 million women worldwide. Its use varies widely by country, age, education, and marital status: one quarter of women aged 16–49 in Great Britain currently use the Pill, compared to only 1% of women in Japan.
Why use contraception?
Contraception is necessary if you wish to avoid an unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
Who has to use it?
How does the pill function?
Most birth control pills are "combination pills" containing a combination of the hormones estrogen and progesterone to prevent ovulation. The pill also works by thickening the mucus around the cervix, which makes it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus and reach any eggs that may have been released. The hormones in the Pill can also sometimes affect the lining of the uterus, making it difficult for an egg to attach to the wall of the uterus.
When do we have to take it?
Where can you get it?
How much does it cost?
How do we take the pill?
Advantages?
-A regular bleed with reduced blood loss
-Acne often improves
-Improvement or absence of PMS (premenstrual syndrome) which can cause uncomfortable symptoms and mood changes in the days before the period starts.
Disadvantages?
-Tender breasts, nausea (feeling sick) and breakthrough bleeding mainly in the first few months of taking the Pill
-The Pill may cause some weight gain, mood changes or loss of libido in some women
-Rare health problems
Do different sorts of pill exist?
Is the pill really efficient?
Is there a risk for the health?
References
http://www.thewomens.org.au/ThePill http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/sex_relationships/facts/contraceptivepills.htm
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