METHODS OF BIRTH CONTROL
In addition to total abstinence, conception can be controlled by mechanical or chemical means and by the rhythm method. Certain pills taken by mouth prove useful in the prevention of conception.
Douches
Contraceptive douches are used to wash out or kill the sperm cells before conception can take place. Since it is usually impossible to wash all the sperm from the vagina, the emphasis is placed on killing them by means of a chemical. In many instances, sperm have already entered the uterus before the woman has a chance to wash out the seminal fluid. By then it may be too late.
I advise you not to use any of the advertised douches, which contain chemicals such as creosol or hypochlorite. I consider it best not to use anything but a little salt or vinegar in a douche except on a prescription from your doctor.
These are small capsules that are made of cocoa butter or gelatin and contain a chemical ingredient that destroys sperm. The suppository is inserted in the vagina a few minutes before intercourse and is melted by the body heat. The melted, greasy base coats the opening of the uterus and forms a blockade against the entrance of sperm, while the chemical kills the sperm. Although the principle of the suppository is sound, it has not been found completely reliable in action. Sometimes it does not melt properly before ejaculation takes place or, when melted, does not completely cover the mouth of the uterus.
Jellies and creams
These work on the same principle as the suppositories, being inserted into the vagina with a special applicator. The cream or jelly is intended to block the opening into the uterus and at the same time to destroy the sperm. Since the jellies and creams are already in semi-fluid form, they have an advantage over the solid suppository in that they do not have to melt in order to be effective in destroying sperm. No completely reliable birth control jelly or cream is yet available, but many are being tested. Vaginal foams are also available and work on the same idea.
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