Search results
Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
A contraceptive implant is an implantable medical device used for the purpose of birth control.The implant may depend on the timed release of hormones to hinder ovulation or sperm development, the ability of copper to act as a natural spermicide within the uterus, or it may work using a non-hormonal, physical blocking mechanism.
Injection of medical polyurethane (MPU) to form a plug in the vas deferens resulted in azoospermia in 96% of men, though these result were seen 24 months after injection. [ 6 ] [ 7 ] [ 8 ] Studies on over 130 men following removal of the plug within five years showed successful restoration of fertility. [ 6 ]
Living a Healthy Intimate Life Post-Vasectomy. A vasectomy is a highly effective method of birth control for men. But since it’s intended to be a permanent method of contraception, you should be ...
Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are methods of birth control that provide effective contraception for an extended period without requiring user action. They include hormonal and non-hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) and subdermal hormonal contraceptive implants. They are the most effective reversible methods of contraception ...
Research shows that one in nine Americans have surgery in a given year. But just because it’s common doesn’t make going under the knife any less intimidating. Besides worrying about your ...
A separate study conducted in part by the Male Contraceptive Initiative, showed that before the abortion ruling, 78% of men in the U.S. said they were interested in trying new birth control ...
ADAM is a hydrogel-based male contraceptive implant in early clinical development [151] by Contraline, Inc. [152] The implant is administered to a user in a procedure similar to a no-scalpel vasectomy, and is proposed to provide protection from pregnancy for approximately two years, after which the hydrogel degrades, thereby restoring fertility ...
State officials have argued that expanded access to birth control would benefit many people, including those with lower incomes. A Plan B One-Step emergency contraceptive box is seen in New York ...